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.

Job Description

Position Summary & Objective

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.

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 Performed by the Position

Commit to work under 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
Leadership skills
Problem solving skills
Detail-oriented
Ability to work in teams and independently
Drawing development, as needed
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

Environment and Working Conditions

Normal Office Environment

Travel Requirements (percent)

Up to 10%

Additional Information

The benefits of joining our team

Because we seek to hire the best people, we work hard to provide benefits that make their lives better, so we offer a comprehensive benefit program which features:

health coverage for you and your family through medical, dental and vision plans
a 401(k) plan in 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.

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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.

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