Electrical Engineer - Data Systems

Troy 7 Inc.

Regular

FUNCTION OF POSITION
Performs a scope of work involving study, design, implementation, and/or project management of a wide variety of electrical instrumentation, control, and data systems for facilities, test related apparatus, and specialty hardware and software.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Designs and develops electronic integrated circuits, controls, data and instrumentation hardware, subsystems, and systems for specialty process systems, aerospace hardware, and test rigs. Integrates pressure, temperature, cryogenic temperature sensors, flow, stress-strain, proximity and level measurement devices into process systems and test hardware.
• Provides technical expertise for programming, setup, maintaining, and troubleshooting PC/Unix based systems, data acquisition systems, and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC).
• Responsible for integration of controls and instrumentation into PLC hardware and software.
• Responsible for design and specification of instrumentation, signal conditioning equipment, and integration with data acquisition systems.
• Provides technical direction to electronics technicians and electricians in the installation, checkout, calibration, troubleshooting and operation of electrical, controls, data, and instrumentation hardware and systems.
• Develops, and updates schematics, drawings, calibration documentation, technical procedures, and quality control (ISO 9001) documentation.
• Prepares purchase requisitions and hardware/software specifications for electronic/electrical equipment. Evaluates vendor proposals and provides technical recommendations for procurement.
• Support large and small scale test operations including operations of control, instrumentation, and data systems.
• Designs and maintains communication networks running over TCP/IP.
• Provide support for training of other engineers and technicians.
• Develops plans and requirements for upgrading and maintaining facility Data Acquisition Systems and software.
• Provides support for special tasks involving detailed engineering analyses.
• Develops presentations, and presents at or can be expected to be a part of design reviews, safety reviews, and other technical presentations.

Qualifications

• Typically possesses a BS or higher degree in Computer, Electrical or related engineering discipline. Co-op experience a definitive plus. Additional years of related experience may count as educational equivalency. Will typically have specialized knowledge/experience of one or more aspects related to Electrical, Electronic, Data Systems or Computer Engineering. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are highly desirable.
• Direct knowledge of C++, Fortran, Visual Basic, AUTOCAD, MATHCAD, and SPICE are highly desirable. Familiarity with MS Office products is a must.
• Direct knowledge of National Electric Code and familiarity with Hazardous Area and general OSHA safety classifications are highly desirable.
• Direct knowledge of ISA Standards where applicable is highly desirable.
• Understanding of cryogenics, power distribution systems to 480 VAC, basic semiconductor device theory, steady state and transient data acquisition systems are highly desirable.
• Understanding of specialized devices such as limit switches, pressure, vacuum and flow switches, proximity detectors, flame and combustible gas detectors, photocells, thermocouples, transducers, etc.

PREFERENCE STATEMENT
Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g).

EEO STATEMENT
Additionally, it is our policy to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status. When applicable, our policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, placement, layoff, compensation, termination, reduction in force and benefits.
 
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
It is Calista and Subsidiaries' business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.
 
The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job.  It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements.
 
This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.