Job Title: Electrical/Controls Design Engineer Ref. # 2010 - 007
Department: Engineering
Salary: TBD
Job Summary
IMW Industries is currently looking for an Electrical / Controls Design Engineer to join the Engineering team in designing, manufacturing and supporting IMW’s advanced technology products for the alternative energy sector.
This fulltime, permanent position will be best suited for someone with a minimum of four years experience in Electrical and Controls design. The ideal candidate will be an innovative, hands-on type of person with excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a multi-disciplined team environment. The candidate should be willing to travel and be flexible to the changing needs within a fast paced manufacturing environment.
Electrical / Controls Design Engineer Ref.# 2010-007
The Company
Since 1912, IMW Industries Ltd. (www.imw.ca) has manufactured industrial equipment known for its quality and reliability. Today, IMW is a leader in high-pressure gas applications and specialty manufacturing for the alternative energy sector. IMW is specialized as a global supplier of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) equipment for vehicle fueling and industrial applications.
IMW’s international business has expanded rapidly over the past few years. IMW was awarded ‘Manufacturer of the Year’ at the BC Export Awards in 2004 and 2007 as well as ‘Exporter of the Year’ for 2009! IMW’s team of approximately 140 employees enjoys working in a new 60,000 sq ft facility located approximately 100 kms east of Vancouver, BC. The Fraser Valley offers conveniences that include Abbotsford International Airport (YXX), close proximity to the US border (200 kms to Seattle), art galleries, farmers markets, fishing and outdoor adventures, heritage sites, museums, and parks (www.fraservalleyguide.com). In Chilliwack, discover the natural surroundings, family-oriented neighbourhoods, and amenities of a vibrant urban core (www.chilliwack.com).
The Opportunity
IMW Industries is currently looking for an Electrical / Controls Design Engineer to join the Engineering team in designing, manufacturing and supporting IMW’s advanced technology products for the alternative energy sector.
This fulltime, permanent position will be best suited for someone with a minimum of four years experience in Electrical and Controls design. The ideal candidate will be an innovative, hands-on type of person with excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a multi-disciplined team environment. The candidate should be willing to travel and be flexible to the changing needs within a fast paced manufacturing environment.
Job Responsibilities:
- Designs the electrical and controls systems for compressors and other technologies including load calculations, cable rating and control system selection.
- Creates electrical schematics for all products to the applicable codes and standards.
- Prepares the bill of materials.
- Develops programming code for PLC’s and HMI’s according to design requirements.
- Prepares functional specifications for the electrical and controls requirements of new products.
- Provides technical support for production and test personnel on product electrical systems and testing.
- Provides electrical system troubleshooting for products in the field.
- Trains factory and service personnel on the operating function and maintenance of the electrical controls used on all IMW products.
- Identifies and implements improvements to the electrical/controls design of all IMW products.
- Investigates and implements product specific certifications as required.
- Provides input to and implements vendor quality checks and procedures.
Required Education, Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Engineering degree, Technologist diploma, Trade certification with extensive experience in electrical systems or a combination of relevant education and experience.
- Minimum of 4 years experience in electrical and controls design for industrial equipment.
- Must have excellent organizational skills with superior attention to detail.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze problems and provide solutions using sound judgment and decision making skills.
- Proven proficiency with the use of Microsoft Visio, Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Demonstrated ability to programme a variety of PLC’s/HMI’s such as Siemens, Allen Bradley and Horner.
- Good working knowledge of ERP software. (Experience using VISUAL Manufacturing is preferred)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to teach others.
- Ability to adapt quickly to change in a fast paced manufacturing environment.
- Strong working knowledge in the application of national electrical standards including hazardous classification areas.
- Familiarity with remote monitoring systems and SCADA is an asset.
The Next Step
Do you meet the requirements to be successful? Ready to tell us how you can add value? Forward your cover letter, resume and salary expectations to hr@imw.ca. Please include the job reference number in the subject line of your reply*.
The Next Step
Do you meet the requirements to be successful? Ready to tell us how you can add value? Forward your cover letter, resume and salary expectations to hr@imw.ca.
