System Engineer

American Hydro; York (York County); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage for family

401(k) with company match

Disability and life insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Generous paid time off program

Job summary

A leading hydropower company is seeking a Systems Engineer II in York, PA. This role is responsible for the performance of electrical power systems and controls for hydro projects. With essential functions including the integration of electrical components, this position requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering and 2-6 years of experience. The position offers a hybrid work model and robust benefits including health coverage and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 2-6 years experience in engineering.
• Ability to analyze vendor solutions for pricing and quality.
• Experience with field troubleshooting and testing.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for electrical power systems and controls.
• Perform field commissioning lead for less-complex projects.
• Conduct internal and external design reviews.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Effective communication

Knowledge in project management

Analytical skills

Detail-oriented

Teamwork and independence

Hydraulic and electrical schematic reading

Industry knowledge in hydro-power technologies

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical)

Job description

Overview

The Systems Engineer II is accountable for the performance of electrical power systems and controls for the hydro project and for meeting the budgeted costs for the systems. This role is also accountable for commissioning and testing of hydropower plant equipment. They review design drawings and documentation for others.

Compensation

• Base pay range: $90,000.00/yr - $110,000.00/yr


• Salary Range: $90,000 - $110,000 per year, depending on experience

Location and Type

Location: York, PA, USA

Type: Hybrid (2 days in office)

Education

Education: bachelor\'s degree (minimum required)

Company Description

Steeped in a tradition of hydropower, American Hydro is a leading supplier and installer of large equipment for the hydro electric industry, specializing in design, engineering, precision CNC manufacture, upgrades and servicing of high-performance, hydro-turbines and large pumps.

We are currently looking for a Systems Engineer II to add to our team located at our York, PA facility. We are a tight-knit group that takes a great deal of pride in what we produce. If you are detail-oriented, hardworking, and looking for a place to call home, we invite you to apply for this opening.

Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Accountable for the integration and performance of balance of plant systems for the hydro project, including electrical power systems and controls


• Accountable for meeting the budgeted costs for the systems


• Show advancement in engineering capabilities, building on accumulated experience

Essential Functions

• Commit to work under the company\'s core values that include a one Team mindset, open communication, and continuous improvement


• The system design of hydro turbine-generator installations including integration of generator, excitation, switchgear, controls and auxiliary electrical components


• Interpreting and translating customer specifications, development of technical proposals, production of CAD drawings, vendor oversight, procedure development, and field installation and testing support


• With limited support from experienced engineers: Serve as the technical lead on increasingly complex projects from design concept/proposal to the finished product


• Analyze varied vendor solutions for pricing and quality


• Perform field troubleshooting and testing


• Perform electrical analysis to verify design


• Generate drawings, part lists, and requisitions for electrical systems and related components


• Initiate submittals to customers and/or suppliers and review and respond to comments on returned drawings


• Interact with Marketing to develop balance of plant proposals


• Support additional project requirements as needed for Scheduling, Project Management, Proposals, Procurement, Operations, and Field Service departments


• Conduct internal and external design reviews with multidisciplinary teams, customers, and vendors


• Write and assemble commissioning procedures


• Write and assemble Operation and Maintenance manuals


• Review product discrepancies versus design requirements and prescribe disposition


• Satisfy ISO 9001 Quality Standards as they relate to these engineering tasks


• Travel to vendors independently to support quality, schedule, scope of work, inspections as needed


• Assign appropriate work to co-ops, Engineering Trainees, and Engineer I and support development and training as necessary


• Field commissioning lead for less-complex projects

Development Responsibilities

• Development of analysis tools as necessary


• Develop strategic relationships with vendors

Authorities

• Drawing and final acceptance of electrical systems work performed by sub-suppliers


• Approval of field and shop non-conformances and disposition of non-conformances

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong organizational skills


• Ability to effectively communicate


• Knowledge in project management


• Analytical skills


• Detail-oriented


• Ability to work in teams and independently


• Hydraulic and electrical schematic reading and development


• Possess a firm grasp on the industry as a whole and stay up to date on evolving trends in hydro power technologies

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical)


• 2-6 years experience

Licenses or Certifications Required

• None

Travel Requirements

• Up to 10%

Benefits

The benefits of joining our team

• health coverage for you and your family through medical, dental and vision plans


• a 401(k) plan with a generous company match


• financial protection through disability, life, and accidental death dismemberment insurance plans


• tax advantages through flexible spending accounts that allow you to pay for specific health-care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars


• a generous paid time off program in which the benefits increase along with your tenure with the company

When you join our team, you do more than simply switch companies to progress your career. You become part of our family, a group of talented women and men who drive business success.

Industrious Group and its subsidiaries is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit and business need.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time