Electrical Controls Engineering Technician

Job Description

Job Title: Electrical Controls Engineering Technician

Location: Tampa, FL

Travel: Up to 60% (weekends and holidays included) throughout the United States

Job Type: Full Time

Compensation: $50 to $65 Hourly

Benefits:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Travel Expenses covered
• Opportunities for career advancement

About Us: Tech Pro Power Group Company leads the power industry with comprehensive solutions. We specialize in customizing power equipment, ensuring optimal performance and reliability through upgrades, retrofits, add-ons, refurbishment, and rigorous testing. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our diverse range of services, designed to meet the evolving needs of our clients.

As an Electrical Controls Engineering Technician, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the reliable operation of electrical systems. Your expertise will be essential for installation, maintenance, and repair tasks.

• On-Site Installation and Maintenance:
  Conduct on-site installation, commissioning, and maintenance of electrical switch gear controls and stand-by systems. Perform routine inspections to ensure optimal system performance.
• Troubleshooting and Diagnostics:
  Diagnose and resolve electrical issues in switch gear and control systems. Understand electrical schematics, including reading and interpreting diagrams. Proficiently redline and markup drawings as needed, ensuring accurate documentation. Work with PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) and ladder logic.
• Technical Expertise:
  Understand networks including Modbus, Ethernet, and fiber optic systems. Work with SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) and HMI (Human-Machine Interface) systems. Collaborate with clients to understand their technical requirements and provide expert advice. Provide technical support and training to clients and junior engineers as needed.
• Safety and Compliance:
  Ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry standards during all field service activities. Prepare detailed service reports and documentation for each job performed.
• Continuous Learning:
  Stay up to date with industry trends, technologies, and best practices.
• Travel:
  Be prepared to travel to client sites as required, sometimes on short notice (up to 60% travel, including weekends and holidays).
• Additional Duties:
  Flexibility to perform other assigned tasks to support the overall business objectives.

• Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years hands-on experience in electrical field service, particularly with switch gear controls and stand-by systems.
• Strong knowledge of electrical switch gear, control systems, and stand-by power systems.
• Proven experience in troubleshooting and repairing complex electrical systems.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting electrical schematics.
• Understanding of PLC and ladder logic.
• Ability to redline and markup drawings.
• Knowledge of networks including Modbus, Ethernet, and fiber optic systems.
• Experience with SCADA and HMI systems.
• Familiarity with industry standards and safety regulations.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to travel extensively, up to 60% of the time, including weekends and holidays.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

• Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent certification. Not Required.
• Experience with specific brands or types of switch gear and control systems, particularly Siemens, ABB, Eaton, and Schneider.
• Additional certifications in electrical safety or related areas.

This job involves both indoor and outdoor work. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• Lift, carry and/or move up to 75 pounds repeatedly.
• Climb ladders, staircases, step stools, stand, walk, sit, and operate vehicles for extended periods.
• Bend, stoop, crawl and work in awkward positions or confined spaces for several hours.

The employee may occasionally be required to:

• Work outdoors…