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Lead R&D Engineer

Powell Industries, Inc.

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Houston, TX
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Job Description

As posted by the hiring company

Job Overview:

Lead development and validation of new product designs from concept to full production, as well as continuation engineering on existing product lines.
* Proposes new concepts for new product lines.
* Investigates patentable concepts.
* Proposes new complex level designs.
* Directs and may assist in the assembly of initial prototype products.
* Determines and specifies design parameters, validates according to standards, prepares required documentation.
* Develops test programs for inside and outside labs.
* Successfully plans, implements, completes, and documents projects.
* Directs lab testing, analysis of data, creates corrective action plan.
* Active participation and facilitation in Product Development Process.
* Interfaces with outside vendors, consultants, and customers.
* Understands and enforces regulatory document requirements.
* Actively collaborates with other departments as required by project tasks.

Job Requirements

* BS Degree in Engineering or related area.
* Minimum 0-4 years of experience in an Engineering role.
* 10 yrs with degree.
* 20 yrs without degree.
* PE License preferred.
* Advanced degree (MS, PhD) preferred.
* Awarded Patents or Patent Applications preferred.
* Published Trade, Peer reviewed, white paper preferred.
* Advanced complex computer skills using Oracle, MS Office and MS Project.
* Demonstrated knowledge of switchgear and controlgear.
* Advanced knowledge of drafting/CAD skills and analysis tools.
* Advanced knowledge of ANSI Y 14.5.
* Advanced knowledge of materials science.
* Advanced knowledge of metal forming, machining and finishing.
* Advanced knowledge of casting and molding.
* Advanced project management and organizational skills on multiple projects.
* Advanced knowledge of regulatory standards (ANSI, IEEE, IEC)
* Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
* Demonstrated complex analytical and problem solving ability.
* Create unique designs and solutions.
* Able to lead change and respond to strategic and tactical changes.
* Able to prioritize and manage time effectively. (self-motivated and self-managing).
* Advanced participation in a professional society preferred.
* Attend in house and outside training sessions.
* Learn policies and procedures, work instruction, ISO policies, Safety Rules and Regulations, and vendor products.
* Perform other related duties as assigned.