Principal Systems Controls Engineer IV

Job#: 3045891
Job Description:
Principal Systems Controls Engineer IV
Onsite in Arden Hills, MN
Job Summary:
This position reports to the System Automation and Controls Department and is responsible for leading the full product lifecycle of MCC burn-in systems by customizing power delivery systems to meet customer expectations, producing schematics, selecting machine control hardware, integrating automation solutions, creating design verifications and supporting field service in power and automation. This position will act as the subject matter expert on industrial system power design, system safety regulation conformance, and facility interconnection requirements, and system automation.
Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for leading the full product lifecycle of the power delivery system, including conceptualization, development of prototypes, testing, and finalizing designs.
• Produce system schematics, panel layouts, wire lists, bill of materials and procedures to support operations.
• Select and specify machine control hardware, including programmable logic controllers and all related modules and interconnected I/O devices.
• Leads conversations with customers directly to clarify power requirements and customizes power delivery systems to meet customer expectations.
• Leading technical expert for electrical machine safety standards, industrial power interconnection with building, and automation equipment.
• Creates design verifications and manufacturing tests to confirm the functionality of electrical and automation systems.
• Troubleshoots with Production and Purchasing to solve unforeseen problems with product design, implementation and product components.
• Partners with Sales and Field Service to support customer issues and develop necessary Engineering and Field Change Notices.
• Works with cross functional team to determine root cause of errors and develop a corrective action plan.
• Communicates engineering information across teams and departments to facilitate successful completion of large-scale projects.
• Provides technical support to junior team members and reviews project schematic work, as necessary.
• Leads initial and ongoing design reviews.
• Performs all other related duties as requested or assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in industrial system design and power control.
• Hands on experience with industrial power systems.
• Knowledge of Electrical Safety Standards (one or more of: NFPA 79, NFPA 70, IEC 60204, SEMI S22, UL508)
• Thorough understanding of modern electronic systems and component materials.
• Capacity to analyze a problem from multiple perspectives and explore creative solutions.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multiple departments.
• Experience designing and developing electromechanical assemblies.
• Experience with international low voltage (

Preferred Qualifications:

• Automation of industrial electromechanical systems.
• Strong knowledge of ERP Systems and Manufacturing Systems.

Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to perform sedentary work, including sitting for extended periods of time.
• Ability to periodically stand, walk, crouch, stoop, bend, and reach across all planes.
• Ability to operate a computer and other office productivity equipment for extended periods of time.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance, vision, and ability to adjust focus.
• May be required to lift and/or move objects up to 60 pounds, 0 - 10% of time.

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