Electrical Application Specialist - New Berlin , WI - job 1 of 2

POSITION: Electrical Application Specialist

REPORTS TO: Lead Application Engineer

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position will be responsible for all electrical application activities, hardware selection and implementation of control systems on electric overhead cranes for Region Americas. Emphasis will be on electrical components including motors, brakes, controls, switches, pendants, radio systems, weigh systems, etc.

· Knowledge of Product lines: Legacy & EOT

· Quoting crane control systems.

· Perform application tasks using established procedures and develop improvements to existing procedures as needed. These include but are not limited to component selection, preliminary schematic design, preliminary system layout.

· Interpret customer specifications to determine scope of work.

· Ability to search company archives to find records of legacy equipment. Must be proficient in reading legacy equipment schematics.

· Provide phone support and technical assistance on Konecranes electrics products for product selection.

· Perform optimization of components by working in an interactive Team environment to reduce costs and improve delivery schedules.

EDUCATION: 2-year degree in Electro-Mechanical Technology. Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering degree preferred.

EXPERIENCE: A minimum of 3 years of related experience with overhead electric cranes or similar industrial equipment will be taken into consideration. This position requires excellent understanding of electricity, motor control electrical circuits, and analog and digital input/output. Experience designing and troubleshooting motor control circuits utilizing electromagnetic devices and variable frequency drives (VFD's) is essential. Must have a working knowledge of a wide variety of software packages, operating systems and control equipment. Knowledge of PLC programing software is plus. A qualified candidate must be proficient in reading electrical schematics and vendor application drawings.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Must be self-motivated, display leadership abilities, and have knowledge of the CMAA. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, and Word. Verbal and written communication plays a key role in this position. Must have the ability to effectively communicate between frontline sales, customers, production planning (Watertown), and project management. Site visits for application require the ability to work at heights up to 100 feet off the ground. Travel estimated at 5% to meet with customers, commission equipment, and witness product testing at our manufacturing plant.

What we offer:

Benefits: Medical Plan, Dental, Vision, 401k plan with a match from day one, identity theft protection, accident insurance, travel insurance and so much more!

Vacation: 2 weeks of vacation per year (pro-rated for the first year depending on start date). 5-12 years of service, 3 weeks. 13+ years of service, 4 weeks.

Sick Leave: 5 days of Sick Leave per year. Pro-rated the first year after 90 days of service

Holidays: 10 paid holidays per year

Konecranes moves what matters. Konecranes is a global leader in material handling solutions, serving a broad range of customers across multiple industries. We consistently set the industry benchmark, from everyday improvements to the breakthroughs at moments that matter most, because we know we can always find a safer, more productive and sustainable way. That's why, with 16 000+ professionals in over 50 countries, we are trusted every day to lift, handle and move what the world needs.

Konecranes is committed to ensuring that all employees and job applicants are treated fairly in an environment which is free from any form of discrimination. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled/Other Protected Category.

Konecranes, Inc. and its affiliates will not accept resumes from external recruiters or agencies without a Service Agreement and Agency Portal submission. Any resumes sent without a Service Agreement and Agency Portal submission with Konecranes, Inc. are void of any fees and free for internal use. Applicable Konecranes data protection obligations are the responsibility of the agency.