Electrical Engineer

Country
United States of America
State / County
New York
City
New Hartford
Division
Metals
Company
New Hartford/Dunkirk
Function
Engineering
Workplace Type
On-Site
Position type
Full Time
Opportunity ID

14348

Company Profile

With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability - not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.

PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.

In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.

Job Description

Summary

The Electrical Engineer is responsible for providing safe, dependable electrical power to the company plants and their equipment. He is responsible for the design, estimate, and installation of electrical power and electronic control systems. Projects are often followed from design conception through supervision of installation and operator training. The position requires working closely with Maintenance, Production and Engineering Departments.

Responsible for investigating instrument and control requirements, developing specifications, and recommending the purchase of instruments and controls to provide effective measurement and control of company equipment. He maintains and calibrates instruments and controls.

Essential Functions

This position requires working closely with the Maintenance, Production and Engineering departments. The individual must possess excellent written and oral communications skills and be computer literate.

EE Additional Responsibilities

1. Work closely with the Maintenance and Production departments to ensure continuous operation of the manufacturing plants.

2. Provide engineering consulting for the other departments and plants as required.

3. Work with in-house and qualified outside engineers to develop designs, plans and specifications. Provide cost estimates, design, procurement and installation for electrical power and control equipment requirements.

1. Work as a project engineer on installation of new facilities and equipment. Direct outside contractors and supervise Maintenance during their portion of the installation.

1. Troubleshoot manufacturing equipment when requested and direct Maintenance Department on proper repairs.

1. Has responsibility and authority to shut down manufacturing equipment when continued operation would result in damage to equipment, product or cause injury to personnel.

1. Maintain proper documentation/drawings of in-plant equipment.

1. Spot checks for major electrical equipment overloading and hazard conditions.

1. Inspects and is responsible for the maintenance of the plant power distribution equipment.

1. Stay up to date with the requirements of the National Electrical Code and verify that electrical work that is done in the plants conforms to the requirements of the Code.

2. Experience with medium voltage distribution and switch gear operation is preferred.

IS Additional Responsibilities

1. Supervises Instrument Specialist and technicians.
2. Maintains procedures and records for calibration of plant instruments.
3. Conducts studies on equipment requiring control and measurement and determines instrumentation needs based on production and quality requirements.
4. Determines specifications for control and measurement.
5. Investigates commercially available controls and instruments with vendors and determines if available equipment meets specifications.
6. Directs vendors to modify controls and instruments so that they will meet Special Metals Corporation requirements.
7. Recommends the purchase of controls and instruments.
8. Oversees the installation of controls and instruments.
9. Evaluate data performance and issues reports to the Supervisor, Facilities control on his data.
10. Modify existing controls and instruments when required to improve their performance.
11. Directs the calibration and maintenance of existing equipment.
12. Maintains a safe working area, ensures that safe working practices are developed and implemented and actively participates in plant safety programs which include safety contacts and monthly safety meetings.
13. Supervise and conduct 15 Bar Mill temperature surveys throughout the year.
14. Review and update calibration sheets to improve process measurement techniques and satisfy customer requirements.
15. Maintain the necessary inventory of spare parts to insure quick repairs of equipment.
16. Provide technical support to various labs thus minimizing the cost of calling in outside service engineers.

Ensure the safe working practices are developed and implemented.

Qualifications

Competencies

* Basic background knowledge of metals manufacturing

Education and Experience

Bachelor in Electrical Engineering with a concentration in Power is required. Must have at least three year's experience in a medium voltage power environment and demonstrated supervisory experience.

Special Skills

* Computer literacy is a requirement to include but not limited to: AutoCAD, MS Project, Excel

* Ability to interface with any person in the organization.

* Organizational and Project Management skills with attention to detail.

* Reliable attendance and good communication skills are essential.

* Ability to work in a high pressure environment.

Additional Notes

* The Company retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Physical Dimensions

Physical Demands - The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment - The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Relocation

Relocation is authorized for this position.

For informational purposes only, the range of pay for this role is $91,500 to $137,200 US Dollar (USD) Salaried based on a variety of factors. For informational purposes only, this role is eligible to participate in the Company's Quarterly Cash Bonus Plan, paid out at the quarterly bonus factor of 1.5X the Company's bonus multiple, based on the Company's performance in the applicable quarter. Employees will receive 120 hours paid time off every year. Employees will also receive 10 paid holidays. Employees (and their families) are eligible to participate in the company's medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are eligible to enroll in the Company's 401(k) plan.
This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To be qualified to work in this facility, a successful applicant must be a U.S. Person, as defined in those regulations, and able to supply evidence of that qualification prior to starting work or be authorized to receive controlled information under a specific license or permission from the relevant government agency. The U.S. export control regulations define a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), and certain categories of Asylees and Refugees.