Sr  Embedded Software Engineer, Milwaukee, WI to 115K
.     Essential Duties and Responsibilities
 Perform system-level and detailed design and support of software systems for power conversion products. 
 Implement and support real time OS products or add-ons to support data acquisition and system control functions including remote communications. 
 Develop innovative communication and control applications for power electronic systems. 
 Create or assist in the creation of support documents for software. 
 Assist in the test and debug of software for production. 
 Perform system integration under Windows and embedded control platforms. 
 Develop, debug and support Microcontroller/DSP programs using "C/C++" language. 
 Design, debug, and guide others in the development of various modules and systems. Make modifications or improvements to existing and special projects. 
 Maintain a proactive posture towards reusability and quality. 
 Be involved in departmental and personal quality and regulatory programs. 
 Proactively define and suggest improvements to the design-engineering environment as well as areas unrelated to engineering. 
 Design and develop embedded real time control software which incorporates data acquisition, signal processing, closed loop control and power semiconductor gate signal. 
    
EDUCATION: B.S. degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related discipline and 7-10 years experience in embedded software development.  A Master’s degree is desirable.
EXPERIENCE: 
 Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities necessary to perform essential functions
Thorough knowledge of C programming required. C++ and Object Oriented programming a plus.  Experience with a visual development package such as Microsoft Visual Studio.Net helpful. 
Thorough knowledge of microcontrollers and DSPs.  Experience with Motorola 56800 DSP family desired. Experience with TI C2000 DSP family helpful.  
Thorough knowledge of communications techniques including network protocols.  Experience with CAN protocol desired.  Experience with industrial field bus protocols helpful.   
Thorough knowledge and experience with embedded and real time OS structure, programming techniques and current offerings. 
Proven ability to utilize software modules from disparate sources to accomplish unique functions. 
Grasps a full range of applicable engineering principles and practices and has the ability for effectively applying accepted approaches to complex engineering problems. 

Maintenance Director, Lima, OH to 120K
The Maintenance Director is responsible for the mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, distributed controls and inspection personnel as well as engineering services, maintenance expenditures, turnaround planning and execution.  In this role, you will oversee preventative maintenance, reliability, quality, and productivity improvements.  The Maintenance Director leads efforts and provides technical expertise on all maintenance projects, in conjunction with other refinery directors, to identify problems and provide resolutions for the designing, installation and maintenance of refinery equipment.
 
 

 Responsibilities:

 ·         Manage mechanical, electrical and instrumentation departments' activities, which involve scheduled maintenance, troubleshooting, problem resolution, repairs and new equipment installation.  Oversee contractors' tasks and projects lead times and costs.

 ·         In conjunction with other refinery managers, will provide technical maintenance expertise in the identification, development, and implementation of engineering programs targeted at eliminating waste, reducing costs and improving the refinery's overall technical performance.

 ·         Manage and directs maintenance craft and support employees' skills training and development, performance analysis, discipline, manpower scheduling, and work flow.

 ·         Establish operational procedures and policies for maintenance personnel to sustain, and adherence to best and safe practices.

 ·         Plan, estimate and proficiently complete major maintenance projects during refinery shut down schedules and turnarounds in accordance with operations scheduling requirements

 ·         Extensive knowledge and experience in Process Safety Management (PSM) elements including: Inspection of vessels, exchangers and tanks preventive maintenance of safety devices including procedures, and inspection and testing of relief devices related to Mechanical Integrity; Management of Change (MOC), Pre-Startup Safety Review; Maintenance Procedures and Work Permits. 

 ·         Champions the Operations Maintenance Integration Program as well as the continuous improvement and defect elimination process.

 ·         Oversees planning, budgeting and execution of turnarounds.

 Qualifications
 
 

Our ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:

 ·         Minimum 10 yrs. chemical facility or petroleum refinery maintenance experience.

 ·         Minimum 5 yrs. progressive management experience in a supervisor to manager role.

 ·         B.S. degree in Petroleum, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering preferred.

 ·         Familiar with OSHA and EPA standards for extensive knowledge PSM, MOC, and RMP compliance.

 ·         Can deliver on deadlines, and manage multiple tasks and priorities 

Sr Mechanical Design Engineer- Heat Transfer, Pittsburgh, PA to 105K
A leading producer of auxiliary equipment for plastics processing in the world. We make and market over 450 different products, including resin-drying systems, blenders, feeders and material-conveying systems, temperature-control equipment and granulators. Extrusion solutions include gravimetric control systems, film and sheet scrap-reclaim systems and downstream equipment for pipe and profile extrusion. We are also a leader in plastics process integration, engineering and installing complete manufacturing systems that help plastics processors manage their valuable raw materials, handle their critical manufactured parts, and improve their process yield. 
Presently searching for Senior Mechanical Design Engineer with a focus in  Heat Transfer / Product Development to design, develop and document a new heat transfer product line.  The current product offering consists of Temperature Control Units, Chiller, Pump Tanks, Heat Exchangers, etc.

Fully design and develop a Heat Transfer product line based on marketing requirements and sales specifications.  Work with other teams in the organization to provide a product design that can be manufactured and assembled in a competitive and cost effective manner while maintaining product integrity. 
 •  Work with limited direction to apply engineering principles to design and develop Heat Transfer products from a marketing plan, general verbal instructions, sketches, and or existing models.
 • Responsible for all heat transfer new product engineering functions including but not limited to: design new products based on performance and cost requirements, system calculations and technical details, all technical product documentation, product performance, etc. 
 • Direct resources on product design and documentation tasks as required.
 • Participate in cross functional teams to ensure product meets market requirements (content, performance and cost), evaluate potential component suppliers, streamline assembly and fabrication processes, etc.
 • Maintain current heat transfer product line and the new product line when released.
 • Provide technical support to sales, service, fabrication and assembly.
 
 • Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology.
 • 3 – 10 years experience in Heat Transfer product design and product manufacturing.
 • Experience with sizing and application of refrigeration systems, water systems and related components (heat exchangers, refrigerant controls, compressors, water pumps, etc).
 • Knowledge of commonly used Engineering concepts, practices, and procedures within the mechanical design field.
 • Experience with 3D modeling and software, preferably SolidWorks.  Experience with AutoCAD not required but would be a plus.