Electrical Designer

Hawkins, Inc./WaterSurplus is a trusted and well-known leader in the chemical industry for over 80 years. We have opportunities for motivated hard workers to learn and develop a career with our Water Treatment business segment. Our route sales/delivery approach to supplying products and equipment to our customers in 27+ states ensures superb customer service and support. Our customers include water and wastewater treatment systems, municipal and commercial swimming pools, industrial process and wastewater facilities, and industries like oil/gas and agricultural farmers/growers.

Learn more about us at www.hawkinsinc.com (NASDAQ: HWKN).

ABOUT THE JOB

The Electrical Designer is responsible for the designing of instrument & controls, electrical line wiring drawing and cabinet layouts for all products including new rental fleet, surplus assets and investment recovery. Assists with QA check out and minor programming updates.

Responsibilities

• Participates in reviews of customer specifications to assure project specifications are compatible with company capabilities.
• Completes CAD drawings and documentation for electrical design of panel layouts, line wiring, hardware selection and cabinet design, etc. Includes proper wiring sizing, conduit selection and hardware needed, etc.
• Performs quality assurance review of electrical systems, instrument selection and operation, calibration, and wiring.
• Participates in the wet cycle testing of equipment and completes mechanical and electrical R2R QA documentation, shop as-builts, corrections and final document sign off.
• Assists Project Management in negotiations with customers to approve product designs and changes. Helps to explain designs, layouts and engineered components to inside and outside customers.
• Confers with functional areas and production staff to discuss project specifications and or procedures to fulfill customer requirements.
• Assists sales to respond to customer questions as necessary regarding electrical controls and instrumentation to fit process needs.
• Supports contractor work within mechanical aspects of equipment designs and fabrication.
• Performs administrative functions such as writing reports, O&M manuals, creating purchasing requisitions and assists with the purchase of materials or services.
• Performs, or assists at, equipment startups and installations at client's sites. Includes some travel, mechanical and electrical checkout, training and final sign off of equipment and systems by the client. Will require field service reports, etc.
• Participates in the wet cycle testing of equipment and helps complete electrical R2R QA documentation, shop as-builts and corrections for final electrical documentation.
• Assist and work with PLC programming and HMI screens under the direction of the electrical engineer as needed.

ABOUT YOU

• High School Diploma (2-tech degree field preferably)
• Minimum 5 years of Engineering and Technology experience - Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services. Full knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, electrical power design and their applications is required.
• Experience using CAD software, experience with electrical drafting software, such as AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, PCSCHEMATIC is a plus
• Design - Familiarity with design techniques, formulas, tools, and principals involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
• Computers and Electronics - Familiarity with control panels, starter panels, terminal strips, PLC and I/O cards, solenoid valving, electronic equipment and instruments.
• Production and Processing - Familiarity with raw materials, production processes, quality control in the effective manufacture of goods, proficiency with manual and CNC machine tools.
• Ability to read electrical drawings, Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&iD) and use basic electrician tools
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Work performed in a manufacturing or shop environment with exposure to noise, machine oils, and moderate temperature variations.
• Requires standing, walking, bending, lifting, and reaching throughout the shift.
• Use of PPE (gloves, eye protection, steel-toed boots) required.
• May occasionally work in field settings for installation
• May be required to carry or move equipment or parts in excess of 50 lbs. with the assistance of a lifting device.

TRAVEL:

May travel to fieldwork sites to inspect, repair or test equipment which requires mental and physical change from routine office work. 10%-25% of the time.

Expected Compensation: $80k-110k + 5% Bonus eligibility

Hawkins/WaterSurplus offers eligible employees and their dependents comprehensive benefits, which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, LTD/STD and more.Other benefits for eligible employees include 401(k) match, Employee Stock Purchase program (ESPP), paid time off, and paid holidays.

For more information on Hawkins benefits, visit: https://www.hawkinsinc.com/careers/benefits/

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All applications must be received online. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. Hawkins is a Drug Free workplace.