Davis-Standard is a global leader in the design, development and distribution of extrusion and converting technology. Our systems encompass over 11 product lines to support manufacturing applications and customers in a wide variety of industries, including automotive, building & construction, consumer products, medical, and packaging.
Davis-Standard has an immediate opening in the Fulton, New York location for a Mechanical Project Engineer.
Duties and Requirements may include, but are not limited to the following:
Perform Drive system checkouts on Rockwell & Siemens drive systems on the plant assembly floor.
Ensure project software and schematics have been updated and properly archived
Commission drive systems on DS equipment at customers facility
Work with Mechanical and Electrical Engineers to optimize the performance of machines.
Provide customers technical assistance and training in troubleshooting and servicing of drive systems.
Function include setting up drives network, tuning drives, calibrating load cells, and instructing machine operators and maintenance personnel and taking corrective actions to insure the equipment performs to spec.
Troubleshoot designs and hardware during checkout
Liaison to customer while machine is in installation and startup phase
Participate in pre-commission meetings with Customers and the commissioning team.
Provide feedback to manuals on non-standard equipment set up procedures
The successful candidate should be a hands-on and a self-starting individual that functions well in a fast paced & dynamic environment.
Computer literate in Microsoft platforms and networking capabilities.
Conversant in Siemens and Rockwell Drives programming.
Advanced training in electrical applications.
Field practice on drive systems.
Willingness and ability to travel domestically and to foreign countries. Time spent at customers’ plants may approach 60% of work requirements.
Able to read and understand electrical schematics.
Able to read and understand mechanical drawings.
2-4 years of experience servicing converting equipment a plus.
Overtime as necessary.
Good communication skills (verbal and written).
Must be able to plan and schedule your own daily activities.
Must have, or have the ability to possess a valid passport.
Ability to interact with a wide variety of people including Field Service Technicians, Engineers, Customers, and department managers.
Excellent organizational skills
Knowledge of the equipment, the industry, and processes is preferred
4 year degree in Electrical Engineering field is preferred.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Machinery Manufacturing
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