Associate Power Systems and Controls Engineer 1/2

Northrop Grumman Corp. (AU); Magna (UT); On-site; USD 62,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering company where your engineering expertise will shape the future of aerospace technology. This role offers the chance to work on cutting-edge power and control systems for the manufacturing of solid propulsion rocket motors. As part of a dynamic team, you will design comprehensive electrical systems, manage complex projects, and ensure the successful implementation of innovative solutions. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this firm values your unique contributions and encourages a culture of intellectual curiosity. If you are ready to take on exciting challenges and make a significant impact in the field, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Relocation assistance

Diverse workforce

Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering required.
• Experience in power system and industrial control design essential.

Responsibilities

• Design power and control systems for rocket motor manufacturing.
• Manage complex projects and oversee installation of systems.
• Develop electrical drawings and maintenance guidelines.

Skills

Power system design

Industrial control design

PLC programming

Motion Control

Servo motor and drive experience

Project management

Electrical maintenance guidelines

Excellent communication skills

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC

Schneider SmartX controllers

Servo drives

Variable frequency drives (VFD)

Job description

Requisition ID: R10172616

• Category: Engineering

• Location: Magna, Utah, United States of America

• Clearance Type: None

• Telecommute: No - Teleworking not available for this position

• Shift: Days (United States of America)

• Travel Required: No

• Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available

• Positions Available: 1

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work.

Job Summary including Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work as part of a multi-disciplined project team
• Comprehensive power system design, control systems, and machine safety experience
• Ability to manage large complex projects with skills in power, control and electrical industrial automation
• Design power and control systems for industrial process equipment used in the manufacturing of solid propulsion rocket motors
• Have a working knowledge of how to program Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) used to control a variety of equipment, processes, machine tools, and robotics
• Design low & medium voltage power distribution systems; specify power distribution equipment, transformers and switch gear
• Develop control philosophies and P&ID’s
• Design electrical control systems using Allen-Bradley PLC’s and Schneider SmartX controllers
• Develop electrical drawings: P&ID’s, one-line diagrams, schematics, panel arrangements, and more
• Design, specify, and program servo drives & variable frequency drives (VFD) for motor control applications
• Oversee installation and startup of newly designed systems
• Provide detailed cost estimates for project design and implementation
• Develop electrical maintenance guidelines for industrial equipment
• Work with maintenance craftsmen to troubleshoot issues
• Project management with supervision over all aspects of a project

Requirements:

• BS in Electrical Engineering
• Power system design experience
• Industrial control design experience
• PLC systems and programming experience
• Motion Control experience
• Servo motor and drive experience
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work in the field, climb ladders, work outside and work in congested areas

Salary Range: $62,200 - $93,400

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.