Manufacturing Engineering Technician jobs in Richland, WA

Control Systems Northwest (CSNW) is currently seeking an Electrical Engineering Technician for our Richland, WA office. If you thrive in a collaborative team environment that requires critical thinking to solve complex problems and providing exceptional client service while managing a diverse workload and creating technically accurate deliverables, we encourage you to apply and join our talented team.

About CSNW

A recently formed subsidiary of RH2 Engineering, Control Systems Northwest is an electrical/control integration division within the strong foundation of a long-established engineering firm. Founded in Medford, OR in 2019 as a highly focused and specialized offshoot of RH2, CSNW is expanding in Southern Oregon with the eventual vision of expanding throughout the Pacific Northwest.

Control Systems Northwest is growing, and we are looking for individuals who are excited about building something great alongside other passionate people. We live and work within the communities we serve, and with that comes pride in the quality of services we provide. These services include industrial control system and SCADA design, software development, facility control system commissioning, IT services, training and on-call support. CSNW is a licensed Wonderware and Rockwell Automation developer.

About the Job

The Electrical Engineering Technician installs and maintains electrical control systems and equipment, and modifies electrical prototypes, parts, and assemblies to correct problems. When testing systems, the Electrical Engineering Tech will set up equipment and evaluate the performance of developmental parts, assemblies, or systems under simulated conditions, as well as analyze test information to resolve design-related problems.

Responsibilities

• Construct electrical systems and prototypes
• Build, calibrate, and repair electrical instruments or testing equipment
• Visit construction sites to observe conditions affecting design
• Identify solutions to technical design problems that arise during the construction of electrical systems
• Inspect designs for quality control, report findings, and make recommendations
• Draw diagrams and write specifications to clarify design details of experimental electronics units

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience as an electrical engineering technician
• Knowledge of standard design software including AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and MS Office Suite
• SCADA or control system design experience:
  • PLC or operator interface software development experience (i.e., Allen Bradley, Modicon, Seimens, etc.)
  • SCADA HMI application software development experience (i.e., Wonderware/AVEVA, RSView, FactoryTalk View, Ignition, etc.)
  • Understanding the National Electric Code (NEC) and computer networks.
• Municipal water/wastewater experience, desired.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Passion for exceeding customer expectations
• High energy, collaborative and adaptable
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with teams in multiple offices

Compensation & Benefits at RH2

Individual compensation will vary within a range based on a candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience as they relate to the requirements for this position. RH2 values our employees’ work/life balance and compensates overtime for hours exceeding 40 regular hours in a work week. This position is also eligible for a discretionary performance bonus paid twice a year, dependent upon company and individual performance.

Our benefits package includes:

• Health benefits include medical (3 options), dental (2 options), and vision (1 option) with employer paid premiums paid at 100% for employee only base plans and buy-up options available. Dependent coverage is subsidized with discretion.
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with an annual discretionary employer contribution
• 401k retirement plan available to contribute with first pay. A discretionary employer match upon meeting eligibility requirements.
• Group Term Life, AD&D, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability premiums paid by employer
• Defined contribution retirement benefits include profit-sharing and employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) with eligibility requirements
• 9 paid holidays
• Vacation and sick leave combined as PTO with a bi-weekly accrual rate of 6.15 hours per pay period
• Company issued cell phone benefit
• Costco membership reimbursement

CSNW is an equal opportunity employer of all qualified individuals; including minorities, women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law. CSNW will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all federal, state, and local ordinances.