Principal Electrical Engineer

SMS group Inc; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid vacation

401k with company match

Tuition reimbursement program

Job summary

SMS group Inc in Pittsburgh is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to design and implement advanced automation solutions and power drive technologies for the metals industry.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and extensive experience in engineering roles, particularly in metals and automation practices. The company offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in an engineering role in the metals or a similar industry.
• Ability to apply engineering principles to solve design problems.
• Experience with automation practices and power and drive systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement automation solutions and power drive technologies.
• Support existing systems and assist customers with technical issues.
• Perform on-site commissioning and training as required.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Automation

Power systems

Data analysis

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

About this position

Principal Electrical Engineer

Job Description

Summary

We are seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to design, develop, and implement cutting-edge automation solutions and power drive technologies for the metals industry.

Who we are

At SMS group, our people are our greatest asset. We offer an entrepreneurial environment that promotes a culture of innovation, growth, and inclusion. We offer company events, activities, and opportunities to participate in charitable initiatives that benefit the communities where we are located.

www.sms-group.us

What you’ll do

• Experience with DC and AC drive upgrades
• Review basic power system requirements for drive feeders and protection
• Outline regulator performance/response based on process applications
• Share technical expertise in areas of the metals industry such as Melting, Casting or Rolling Mill applications for all project life cycles (sales, development, commissioning, and support)
• Support existing installed systems and assist customers with challenging technical issues through process knowledge, data analysis and implementation.
• Complete assignments requiring development of new and/or improved engineering techniques and procedures
• Interface and communicate with local project team (project managers, engineers, support personnel) and internal experts from other areas as well customers and suppliers to provide engineering solutions to technical issues and project-related matters
• Perform on site commissioning and training as required

What you’ll need

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
• Extensive experience in an engineering role in the metals or a similar industry
• Experience with automation, power and drive systems
• Experience in automation practices
• Demonstrates ability to apply engineering principles to the solution of design problems
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and mentor less experienced personnel
• Be willing to travel to support the project work
• Extensive experience at data analysis and troubleshooting.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills as well as excellent computer skills

What we offer

Competitive compensation, medical/dental/vision coverage, paid vacation, paid holiday time, 401k with a company match, training, a tuition reimbursement program and more!

Equal Opportunity Employer

SMS group Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, gender identity or other categories protected by law. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen and physical capacity profile test.