Brock Grain Systems Electrical Engineering Technician

Overview

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Frankfort, IN

Responsibilities

• Product Research, Development & Design : Approx. 40% of the job
• Provide dryer system design and configuration including the selection of power and control components for the dryer / conditioning product lines (Dryers, Heaters, Fans, Air-Systems)
• Collaborate and communicate with the plant manager and electrical department to support the product of the dryer control and power panels
• Collaborate and communicate with customers and others to understand how to enhance customer experience while attaining performance criteria (cost, reliability, productivity) for new and enhanced control features
• Research new opportunities, develop and design (or assist in the design) of embedded controls to enhance the products and provide leading edge technology to customers
• Develop project plans to identify timing, resources, and costs to achieve results with each new project
• Collaborate and communicate with third party suppliers to direct the design of logic board layouts and validate new features (sequences, gateway guideposts, human / machine interface, and mechanical validation) from concept through production release
• Perform systems testing and verification on-site or in the field to ensure compatibility, quality and performance standards of new or enhanced control features
• Product Support : Troubleshooting and problem resolution, with concentrated support time during grain harvest season (Labor Day to Thanksgiving) and after-hours phone support (evenings and weekend rotation) with an average of 10 hours per week during this period
• Onsite dealer phone support and remote field support as needed; develop product support documents for dealers
• Provide product technical training for dealers (off-site, 3–4 weeks per year; 2-day training sessions; 3–4 locations in Midwest)
• Travel to multiple locations as required

Position Requirements

Functional Skills : Knowledge of electrical and mechanical controls, sensors, electric and control circuit design, electrical component selection, and logic control sequences within control programming; experience with electrical and control systems design and NEC guidelines is desirable; understanding grain conditioning, handling, and storage systems is preferred.

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