System Engineer
Howard Industries
Job Position: Systems Engineer
About Howard:
Howard Industries is the leading manufacturer of liquid-filled power and distribution transformers and dry-type transformers for the utility and commercial/industrial markets with over 4,000 employees (the 2nd largest private employer in Mississippi) and over $1 billion in revenue. The corporation consists of 5 main divisions: Howard Transformers, which is the largest producer of distribution transformers in the U.S., Howard Lighting, Howard Transportation, Howard Technology Solutions, and Howard Medical. Howard Industries offers an excellent compensation and benefits package and is located in Laurel, Mississippi, a charming and historic city located thirty minutes from Hattiesburg, one hour from the Gulf Coast, and two hours from New Orleans.
Job Description:
Electrical or Computer Engineering position involving hardware design and programming of industrial automation systems and transformer testing systems.
The position includes a wide variety of control system design and software development. Most systems are based on industrial PCs programmed using VB.Net. Programming of Allen Bradley PLCs may also be involved at times. Some applications involve industrial robots and/or servo positioning systems. Transformer test system design includes computer control of high voltage and high current switches and measurement devices, I/O devices, control of variable voltage and current sources, communication with and control of smart metering systems, and interfacing with databases.
Job Responsibilities:
· Strong Programming skills. Microsoft VB.net or C++, real-world programming experience
· Power systems concentration in school or power systems design experience.
· Control systems concentration in school, or experience with production plant equipment and associated control systems
· Knowledge or experience with motors and motor drives, servo systems, and PLCs
Education and Experience:
· Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering Degree or a Computer Engineering
- At least two years of experience
BENEFITS:
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
- 401K Retirement
- Education Reimbursement
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacations
Equal Opportunity Employer Vet/Disabled
Howard Industries is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.