Invensys Rail North America- Safetran
Safetran has been a leading U.S. Railroad Supplier and Manufacturer since the 1920’s. Safetran Systems is a full range supplier of switch machines, railroad wayside signal systems, rail transit signaling and rail-highway grade crossing active warning systems. Products include electro-mechanical signal devices, the electrical/electronic control systems, which activate them and the communications systems as well as complete signal system design and construction. The company is a worldwide leader in grade crossing technology and warning systems including state-of-the-art constant warning time controls, efficient and effective flashing light and gate warning devices, housings and all associated hardware. Quality materials and workmanship is a tradition with Safetran, which dates back to 1920 when Safetran's predecessors first began to build a reputation for high-quality and excellence of service. Today, Safetran maintains a network of manufacturing divisions along with the industry's strongest and most diversified sales and service support teams to reflect that dedication to quality and performance, which began over 85 years ago.
Safetran is the North America member of the Invensys Rail Group, Invensys plc., with sister companies located in the United Kingdom, Spain, and Australia. Invensys, plc and the Invensys Rail Group are headquartered in London, UK. Safetran is headquartered in Louisville, KY.
We currently have two openings for a Senior Engineering Technician.
Location - Louisville, KY; Rochester, NY
SENIOR ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
BASIC FUNCTION
The Senior Engineering Technician provides support for projects, including creating sales orders, bill of material and assists with field “in-service” when projects are complete. This position is responsible for detail check of circuits, design checks, breakdown testing, operational testing and continuity testing of electronic equipment, tags and pull sheets. This position is a liaison between engineering and manufacturing during shop production. This position also assists with training new employees and maintains manufacturing schedules.
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS
Reports to: Engineering Manager
Supervises: This position does not have any supervisory responsibilities.
SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
"*" denotes an essential function of the job
A. *Performs detail check of circuits and wiring detail on projects.
B. *Details all circuits for field tie-ins.
C. *Check all Bill of Materials.
D. *Addresses issues on Bill of Materials.
E. *Answers questions from contract managers and shop personnel concerning projects.
F. Performs factory testing of equipment after shop production, updates CADD drawings, and creates new drawings.
G. Performs breakdown testing and operational testing for locations before shipment to the field.
H. Performs factory inspection of finished equipment working with customers.
I. Assists with field in-service, supports the implementation of new signal systems.
J. Assists engineering team with field support, testing and placing equipment in service; assists field engineer with the completion of discrepancy lists at the completion of transit projects.
K. Prepares submittals, creates drawing lists, draws circuits and checks bill of material.
L. Performs tag and continuity checks and assists in operational tests.
M. Develops detail information for signal circuits and relay house layouts.
N. Arranges relay house layouts.
O. Checks detail information for signal circuits by other engineers.
P. Distributes/checks CADD work or detail work of technicians assigned to the project.
Q. Checks tie-in circuits for existing locations.
R. Creates and maintains Bill of Materials.
S. Details and checks Bill of Materials with ISO forms.
T. Implements detail/material changes required by change order.
U. Attends Company and industry-related meetings, as required.
V. Establishes individual goals which are aligned with the Company's business strategies and objectives.
W. Functions as a contributing member of the department's team and other teams, as assigned.
X. Assists the department in the accomplishment of the team's goals.
Y. Performs other duties as assigned.
STANDARDS OF PERFORMANCE
A. Informative and professional assistance when working with the public/customers and co-workers.
B. Accurate and timely completion of projects and/or reports.
C. Excellent oral and written communicative skills.
D. Excellent time management and organizational skills.
E. Interpersonal relationships which encourage openness, candor and trust, both internally and outside of Safetran.
F. Successful performance of assigned duties with minimal supervision.
G. Successful performance of assigned duties with frequent interruptions and occasional time pressures.
H. Successful performance of assigned duties within a team environment.
I. Maintenance of Company information in a confidential manner.
MENTAL AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
A. Ability to maintain considerable levels of visual attention and mental concentration for significant periods of time.
B. Ability to solve minor issues and use established procedures to adapt changing conditions.
C. Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
D. Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
E. Ability to occasionally lift equipment from the floor and above shoulders.
F. Ability to occasionally reach above shoulders and forward distances.
G. Ability to occasionally kneel and squat for various time intervals.
H. Ability to occasionally carry up to 25 lbs.
I. Ability to occasionally bend and torque for various intervals.
J. Ability to manipulate necessary office equipment and computer software.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND CONDITIONS
A. This position requires working in both the internal and external environment. Activities occur inside and outside where the position will be subject to changes in temperature.
B. This position will be exposed to physical hazards and equipment where special training and safety considerations are required.
C. This position has occasional exposure to noise, vibration, moving equipment, and various environmental conditions.
D. This position requires working nights, weekends or non-regular hours to meet deadlines.
E. This position requires frequent travel.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
A. Two year certificate (college or technical school) electrical or computer technology related.
B. High school diploma and four years related experience in Railroad Signal field.
C. Basic knowledge of electrical theory and terms.
D. Basic knowledge of circuit detailing and continuity testing of circuits.
E. Basic knowledge of wiring circuits.
F. Experience in shop production.
G. Experience in crossings installation and design.
TECHNICAL ABILITIES
A. Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.
B. Good typing skills.
EQUIPMENT AND TOOLS
A. General office equipment including, but not limited to:
• Telephone
• Copy machine
• Fax machine
B. Computer, peripherals and the Microsoft Office software.
C. Industry related equipment including, but not limited to:
• Meters
D. Computer software including, but not limited to:
• CAD
Invensys is an equal opportunity employer.
Local candidates preferred.
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