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West Lafayette, In

Specify, develop and validate electromechanical hardware and related electrical interface componentsConduct system integration with electrical, mechanical, and control systems engineering teamsAnalyze field returns to develop and initiate corrective actionsPerform root cause failure analysis on electrical and mechanical systemsPrepare and release engineering technical documentsProvide product technical support to suppliers as well as internal and external suppliersIdentify and develop opportunities for product improvements and cost reductionPrepare and present product budgets, schedules and technical status reports

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Evaluated mechanical and electromechanical systems and products by designing and conducting research programs; applying principles of mechanics, thermodynamics, hydraulics, heat transfer, and materials.Confirmed system and product capabilities by designing feasibility and testing methods; testing properties.Developed mechanical and electromechanical products by studying customer requirements; researching and testing manufacturing and assembly methods and materials; soliciting observations from operators.Developed manufacturing processes by designing and modifying equipment for fabricating, building, assembling, and installing components.Assured system and product quality by designing testing methods; testing finished- product and system capabilities; confirming fabrication, assembly, and installation processes.Prepared product reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.Provided engineering information by answering questions and requests.Maintained product and company reputation by complying with government regulations.Kept equipment operational by coordinating maintenance and repair services; following manufacturer's instructions and established procedures; requesting special services.Maintained system and product data base by writing computer programs and entering data.Maintained professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Coordinated quotations and their support requirements in pursuit of orders.Provided technical application support, product information support to customers, including representatives, engineers, contractors, distributors and end users in utility markets.Interfaced with customers and departments including sales, engineering, operations, manufacturing, quality, and accounting.Managed the submittal of drawings and documents for approval.Prepared estimates/quotes for non-price listed products and other pertinent data required to satisfy customer requirements.Responded to various technical questions regarding products.Reviewed customer requirements and recommended applicable products and solutions.Quickly responded to customer questions concerning correct selection of Micropulse products.Conducted drawing, specification, and contract reviews.Prepared quotations, sales submittals, installation instructions, and product specifications for customers, engineering companies and contractors.Visited job sites as needed to support our products.

Calculated dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instrumentsMeasured, examined and tested completed units in order to detect defects and ensure conformance to specifications, using precision instrumentsStudied sample parts, blueprints, drawings, and engineering information in order to determine methods and sequences of operations needed to fabricate products, and determine product dimensions and tolerancesSelected the appropriate tools, machines, and materials to be used in preparation of machinery workInstalled repaired parts into equipment, or installed new equipmentCleaned and lubricated machines, tools, and equipment in order to remove grease, rust, stains, and foreign matterCleared communications with engineering, supervisory, and manufacturing personnel in order to exchange technical informationDismantled machines or equipment, using hand tools and power tools, in order to examine parts for defects and replace defective parts where neededThe assembly and fitting of parts to make or repair machine toolsPrepared working sketches for the illustration of product appearance