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Controls Engineer

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Junior Controls Engineer

Our client - a stable and rapidly growing manufacturer is looking for a

Junior Controls Engineer

to join their team. This person must have a knowledge of schematics and control wiring in the electrical field; working knowledge of power , electronics controls and fuel systems is a plus. This is an on-site, full-time permanent position in the

Virginia Beach

area.

Junior Controls Engineer Responsibilities:

Provide hands-on involvement and training of electricians on schematic reading, installation, testing and labeling.

Work with Sales Engineers pertaining to electrical design, proposals, and specification requirements to ensure NEC code adherence.

Properly test and inspect each unit before shipping using product drawings and specifications. Correct any errors or defects as needed with respective Supervisors or Managers.

Provide leadership and guidance on the standard way ASC should design and lay out the electrical components in the enclosure, act as a consultant in this area.

Deliver technical guidance and on-the-job training to applicable employees on the safe operation of equipment/tools and proper work techniques and skills necessary to complete work assignments.

Create, organize, implement and manage cross training for all production employees on topics of electrical portion of our product offering.

Exercise considerable initiative and discretion in determining work methods and in determining work priorities.

Perform standard computations related to load requirements of wiring or electrical equipment.

Read wiring diagrams and interpret specifications to determine appropriate installation process.

Must be able to work from drawings, layouts, blueprints, or other specifications while constructing equipment.

Develop Electrical Drawings, Bills of Material (BOM) and specify equipment.

Understand and review third-party materials expected to be received for the project. Ensure timely receipt and have a clear understanding of what needs to be done from an electrical standpoint.

Junior Controls Engineer Qualifications / Skills:

Must have a thorough understanding of power products including generators, transformers, switchboards, controllers, circuit breakers, motors, heating units, conduit systems, etc.

Proficient understanding of AC/DC Electricity and Electronic Theory

Competency in using electronic test equipment with proven ability to perform functional and indication tests as well as calibration of electrical equipment.

Proficient in reading and interpreting electrical schematic drawings and engineering blueprints.

Ability to wire control panels in the factory, troubleshoot discrepancies and generally assist the electrical assembly team.

Ability to carry out instructions given in written, oral or diagram form; ability to read drawings, schematics, and blueprints.

AutoCAD or similar drawing experience

Knowledge and understanding of current Electric Code (NEC); Ensure adherence to the NEC Code.

Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements:

State Certified Electrician License a plus.

Minimum of 3 years of work experience as a Certified Electrician .

A minimum of 3 years of work experience is required to include: installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical equipment.

Training from accredited technical school specializing in diesel or gas engines, or honorable discharge with a duty assignment related to power equipment service is a plus.

Formal electronics training to include: Cable Dressing, Cable Tray, Conduit and Making/Repairing Connectors.

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering is a plus.

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