| ID |
28 |
| Date Posted |
6 / 18 / 2010 |
| Title |
Electrical Engineer |
| Type |
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| Status |
Permanent |
| Location |
Altoona , PA |
| Description |
Position Description Statement
1. Location
This position is located at the Central PA facility. Minimal travel required.
2. Purpose of Position
Support daily production operations by applying electrical engineering principles and troubleshooting skills on a diverse range of electrical and electronic test equipment. Assist and perform multiple engineering assignments that require the application of diversified electrical/test engineering practices. As required, lead and/or assist test engineers in the design specifications to develop specific test systems for functional acceptance and verification of manufactured products. Develop skills to advance into more senior engineering roles.
3. Key Responsibilities
Analyze and evaluate production requirements for new or modified test equipment methods, processes, and procedures. Assist test engineers in the documentation and upkeep of test procedures and processes.
Develop and de-bug functional diagnostic programs for production test equipment and printed circuit boards (PCBs).
Interface and provide technical support to production personnel for release of new test programs and procedures (hardware and software).
Design electronic or mechanical prototype test equipment, order parts and equipment as required, and complete documentation relating to project status, applications, repair, and etc.
Provide engineering support by troubleshooting problems and implementing timely solutions to maintain continuity of production flow.
Participate on New Product Development projects and interface with other departments during the development process to ensure design for safety, quality, manufacturability, and cost position.
Troubleshoot and repair failed PCBs and field warranty returns as directed.
Develop, implement and troubleshoot In-Circuit Test (ICT) testing for PCBs.
Interface with other manufacturing departments to address and resolve engineering issues.
Lead and participate in monthly Improvement Workshops (Kaizens).
Demonstrate the ability to perform as a self-starter to drive continuous improvement efforts in areas of responsibility.
Continually seek new opportunities to improve both processes and products.
Component level troubleshooting for PCBAs and related test equipment to support production needs.
4. Relationships
Reports to a Manufacturing Engineering Team Leader or Manufacturing Engineering Manager
Works directly with Manufacturing Engineers, Senior Test Engineers, Area Supervisor, Materials Procurement Personnel, Design Engineers, Cell Operators, and Members of Management
5. Measures of Performance
99% On-time Delivery for the TLS Department
Product quality, as measured by warranty incident rates
Product quality, as measured by internal yield
Quantity of PCBs (Printed Circuit Boards) that need repaired/root-caused
Product cost, as measured by scrap dollars for PCBs per month
Department Safety, as measured by technical audits per month
Product cost, as measured by productivity improvement projects executed
6. Background and Skills
Bachelors Degree in Electrical/Electromechanical Engineering or Associates Degree in Electrical Engineering, and a commensurate level of related experience.
One (1) to three (3) years of specifically related experience preferred but not required.
Knowledge of GenRad systems, LabView, Visual Basic, C++, or other software development tools would be beneficial.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
7. Personal Trait Profile
Excellent communication skills to work with operators, peers, and management
Technically capable of grasping new concepts quickly
Possesses sense of urgency regarding machine up-time and production demands
Functions effectively as a team member in fast-paced, multi-disciplinary environment
Prone to take responsibility and make decisions
Self motivated and a high achiever
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| Qualifications |
BS Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering |
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