Ford Pro · 4 hours ago
Facilities Electrical Engineer
1701 Village Rd, Dearborn, MI, 48124, US
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$63K/yr - $162K/yr
5+ years expFord Pro is seeking a Facilities Electrical Engineer responsible for PLC/HMI program development and project management related to engine-dyno testing support systems. The role involves designing, installing, and managing mechanical/electrical systems to support engine research and development testing.
AutomotiveFleet ManagementSoftware
No H1B
Responsibilities
Direct and manage the design, installation, and application of mechanical/electrical systems used in support of engine Research, Development and Components testing
Specify, develop and design the facility utility interfaces for test cell mechanical/electrical equipment used to support engine dynamometer and components testing
Specify, develop and design the installation details for central building process mechanical/electrical equipment
Work in collaboration with customers, test engineers, and support staff to interpret and translate testing needs into accurate mechanical/electrical design documents. Optimize the design of new mechanical/electrical systems to maximize test efficiency and minimize energy consumption
Prepare mechanical/electrical system specifications, project timing plans, and Bill of Materials lists for test cell and facility systems
Design, modify and adapt fluids systems used to condition engine jacket water, oil, charge air, combustion air and fuel in order to meet changing customer and product needs
Manage capital projects to deliver engine testing facility upgrades and work with the business office with lab forecast budgeting for facility upgrades
Serve as a technical resource for the design, estimating, and scheduling of equipment installation projects. Interact with AE firms, Certified Construction Manager partners and equipment suppliers in the design and implementation of new equipment installation projects
Work with skilled trades, other team members, and technicians during the installation, modification and commissioning of new mechanical/electrical equipment as well as supporting/maintaining existing facility related equipment
Interface with Safety Engineers, Environmental Engineers and corresponding vendors/suppliers in maintaining building and environmental requirements
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
5+ years of experience in 13.2KV and below electrical distribution systems
5+ years of experience working on and troubleshooting HVAC, control valves, electric motors, generators, and associated control systems such as VFDs', Dynamometer drive controllers, etc
5+ years of PLC programming and troubleshooting experience. Proficiency in Ladder, ST and FBD
5+ years of experience in troubleshooting of low voltage control systems
5+ years of experience in the following: Industrial electrical distribution systems, materials compatibility and documents. Inspecting quality of electrical repair and installation work. Reading and modifying of AUTOCAD documents including one-line diagrams
Knowledgeable in National Fire Protection Association, Building Officials Code Administrators and corporate codes and requirements
5+ years of experience in project management
5+ years of experience in control systems architecture development
Preferred
Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering or Master of Science in Electrical Engineering
10+ years of experience working on electric motors, generators, and associated control systems such as VFDs, Dynamometer drive controllers, etc
Background in internal combustion engine dynamometer testing and related test measurement systems
3+ years' experience working on thermal oxidizers/burners systems
10+ years of PLC programming and troubleshooting experience. Proficiency in Ladder, ST and FBD
10+ FactoryTalk HMI design software
Experience in communication protocols such as TCP/IP, DH+, Profibus and Modbus
10+ years process control loop tuning and programing ability (PID/PIDE Expertise)
Proficient in Microsoft Office suite
Strong technical leadership, organization, teamwork and communication skills
Six Sigma Greenbelt or Blackbelt certified
Professional Engineering license
Benefits
Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
Tuition assistance
Established and active employee resource groups
Paid time off for individual and team community service
A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time
Company
Ford Pro
Ford Pro is a productivity accelerator designed to drive the business forward, delivering solutions to commercial customers of all sizes.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Andrew Frick
Interim Head
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