Senior Electrical and Controls Engineer

SHI Cryogenics Group; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent healthcare benefits

401k with match

Unlimited career growth

Growing company culture

Job summary

SHI Cryogenics Group in Allentown, PA is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to analyze, design, develop, and test cryogenic helium refrigeration products. You will lead embedded control system development and work to improve existing products to meet customer expectations.

You will collaborate with Production, Service and Sales teams, perform failure analyses, write technical instructions, and prepare design reports to ensure high quality and reliability of solutions.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) with 7+ years of relevant work experience or MS in Electrical Engineering (or related discipline) with 5 years of relevant work experience.
• Demonstrated understanding and knowledge of electrical diagrams, wiring schematics, electrical and electronic circuits, printed circuit boards and processes and electrical components (motors, transformers, etc.)
• Knowledge of electrical safety requirements and testing
• Experience developing embedded or supervisory control systems for motorized or fluid processing equipment
• Experience in failure analysis, troubleshooting and testing electrical circuits, equipment and controls and debugging software
• Experience in using power meters, oscilloscopes, multi-meters, hi-pot testers, insulation resistance testers, power supplies, etc.
• Ability to develop concepts, design production test processes and equipment including instrumentation and data acquisition.
• Ability to write instructions & troubleshooting guides for how to use software programs, user interfaces and control systems
• Ability to prepare engineering technical reports on design, analysis, and product design concepts
• Ability to plan, develop, execute test programs and analyze data for qualification of components and prototypes
• Prepare specifications for purchases of materials or equipment

Responsibilities

• Analyze, design, develop, and test new cryogenic helium refrigeration products
• Improve existing products to meet or exceed customer expectations
• Write instructions and troubleshooting guides for software programs and control systems
• Prepare engineering technical reports on design, analysis, and prototypes
• Plan, develop, and execute test programs and analyze data for qualification of components and prototypes

Skills

Electrical diagrams

Electrical safety

Embedded systems

Troubleshooting

Data acquisition

C/C++ programming

LabVIEW

Control system design

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

LabVIEW

C/C++

Oscilloscopes

Multimeters

Job description

Reports to: New Product Engineering Manager

Summary

This position is an excellent opportunity for a qualified engineering professional to work and help to analyze, design, develop, and test new cryogenic helium refrigeration products; Improve existing products to meet or exceed customers’ expectations, to be market leader in high quality, reliability, and performance.

This position requires a self-motivated individual with demonstrated success performing in a multi-faceted environment.

Qualification and Requirements

• BS in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) with 7+ years of relevant work experience or MS in Electrical Engineering (or related discipline) with 5 years of relevant work experience
• Demonstrated understanding and knowledge of electrical diagrams, wiring schematics, electrical and electronic circuits, printed circuit boards and processes and electrical components (motors, transformers, etc.)
• Knowledge of electrical safety requirements and testing
• Experience developing embedded or supervisory control systems for motorized or fluid processing equipment
• Experience in failure analysis, troubleshooting and testing electrical circuits, equipment and controls and debugging software
• Experience in using power meters, oscilloscopes, multi-meters, hi-pot testers, insulation resistance testers, power supplies, etc.
• Ability to develop concepts, design production test processes and equipment including instrumentation and data acquisition.
• Ability to write instructions & troubleshooting guides for how to use software programs, user interfaces and control systems
• Ability to prepare engineering technical reports on design, analysis, and product design concepts
• Ability to plan, develop, execute test programs and analyze data for qualification of components and prototypes
• Prepare specifications for purchases of materials or equipment

Beneficial Skills & Attributes

• Knowledge of Electrical code and regulatory standards such as UL, IEC, RoHS and NEC.
• Experience in design of electrical equipment, circuits and control systems that comply with applicable safety standards
• Experience designing power and control circuits for equipment containing kilowatt’s size motors and solenoid valves
• Advanced programming skills using National Instruments LabView
• Experience in developing computer code including graphic user interfaces for applications and systems in C and C++
• Knowledge of cryogenic products, vacuum systems and their applications.
• Ability to apply strong analytical skills to real world engineering problems and the ability to pay careful attention to detail
• Self-motivated individual and ability to work through challenges independently
• Good mechanical aptitude/hands-on skills. Demonstrated ability to lead projects
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, along with a willingness to make written and/or oral presentations.
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills
• Ability to provide technical direction to designers, suppliers and technicians
• Understand and uphold safety & security procedures for both the workplace and products
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Good project management skills and understanding of critical tasks needed to successfully complete a project in a timely manner. Labor, material and/or construction costs estimation for budget preparation purposes
• Ability to multi-tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to provide engineering support to Production, Service and Sales staff as well as customers.

Customer Orientation

• Able to work with internal and external customers to understand needs. Considers impacts on both internal and external customers; prioritizes and responds to customer needs. Able to resolve issues efficiently and effectively in a timely manner.

Decision Making

• Logically assesses risk, demonstrates confidence and good judgement when making decisions and setting courses of action; is responsive to changing conditions and takes accountability for decisions made.

Analytical

• Synthesizes complex or diverse information; collects and researches data; uses intuition and experience to complement data; designs workflows and procedures.

Design

• Generates creative solutions; translates concepts and information into images; uses feedback to modify designs; applies design principles; demonstrates attention to detail.
• Displays original thinking and creativity; meets challenges with resourcefulness; generates suggestions for improving work; develops innovative approaches and ideas; presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others’ attention.

About the SHI Cryogenics Group and Sumitomo (SHI) Cryogenics of America, Inc.

SHI Advanced Technologies, part of the Mechatronics Segment of Sumitomo Heavy Industries, Ltd., is a global leader in cryogenic and vacuum technologies, serving the medical, semiconductor, flat panel, general coating and scientific research markets. With over six decades of expertise and a presence spanning Asia, Europe and the United States, the organization combines engineering excellence with a global sales and service network to deliver innovative cryocooler and cryopump solutions. Sumitomo (SHI) Cryogenics of America, Inc. (SCAI) is the North American division of SHI Advanced Technologies, focusing on design, manufacturing, sales and service. It is headquartered in Allentown, Pennsylvania, with additional locations in Illinois, California, Texas and Arizona.

Sumitomo (SHI) Cryogenics of America, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. SCAI will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities to help them successfully perform the essential functions of their job, unless doing so would cause an undue hardship. If an applicant or employee requires accommodation during the application or interview process, please let us know by reaching out to the Human Resources Department at [e-mail]

Disclaimer

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. Management reserves the right to modify duties and assign special projects as needed.

Benefits of Working for SCAI

• Growing company with a GREAT culture that genuinely values our employees
• Excellent Healthcare Benefits (well above industry norms)
• Excellent Benefits Package (including 401k with Match, Paid Holidays, Discount Program)
• Unlimited Career Growth Opportunity (great place to learn and grow your career)