Hardware Engineer

Hardware Engineer

Job Title: Hardware Engineer

Pay Rate: $75K - 95K

Location: Louisville, KY Zip Code: 40222

Start Date: ASAP

Job Type: Direct Hire

Keywords: #ElectricalDesignEngineerJobs #KYjobs #HardwareEngineerJobs

Essential Functions

• Assist in directing, coordinating and exercising functional authority for design, planning, organization, control, integration and completion of engineering projects within an assignment.
• Assist in analysing engineering schematics, specifications and related data and drawings to determine design factors.
• Produce accurate and thoroughly self-verified electrical device and panel layouts; motor, control, I/O schematics and bill of materials.
• Assist in reviewing design for compliance with engineering specs, company standards and customer contract requirements, and related specifications.
• Provide project support to the field engineers, project managers, purchasing and panel fabricators.
• Use computer assisted design/drafting equipment and software to develop designs.
• Communicate with the Supervisor regarding task completion status.
• Design and develop layouts for electrical circuits or systems for power distribution. Assists in the production of detailed schematics.
• Interface with customers on a limited basis for support to internal and external customers such as installation and commissioning support to design modifications needed to support project needs.
• Other responsibilities as needed.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to travel up to customer facilities as needed and work non-business hours based on project and customer needs.
• Has basic knowledge of electrical equipment and local building codes such as UL508a, NEC and NFPA 70e
• Has knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices and procedures as related to design
• Ability to exercise a limited degree of creativity and latitude
• Independent thinker and problem-solver
• Self-starting instincts and strong analytical skills
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written), attention to detail and good organizational skills

Education, Experience and Qualifications

• Associate's degree, or equivalent, in related area. Bachelors preferred.
• Experience Required: AutoCAD, Excel
• Preferred: HMI graphics, PLC programming experience, Networking experience
• Legally authorized to work in the United States
• Ability to obtain facility security clearance as needed

Software/Tools Used:

• AutoCAD or AutoCad E
• Knowledge of local building codes such as UL508a, NEC and NFPA 70e