Controls/Systems Engineer - Tualatin, OR

About the role

Ryan Herco Flow Solutions, a SunSource company, is a leading distributor of fluid control systems, fluid filtration systems, fluid handling products, micro-electronics, and general industrial supply. We sell to a broad base of customers in industries such as electronic component and equipment manufacturers, chemical manufacturers, water & waste treatment, metal finishing, pollution control and life sciences companies.

About the Opportunity

We are currently seeking a talented individual to fill the role of Systems Engineer at our Tualatin, OR location.

Overview/function

Under the direction of the Director of Engineering, these positions work independently and/or as a team to develop, design and engineer fluid handling/process piping components, systems and other products for internal manufacturing and/or customers. The ideal candidate has broad experience in mechanical, electrical, controls, and process engineering as it relates to fluid systems for industrial, semiconductor, and biomedical applications.

Level I Requirements

• Engineering degree from reputable engineering school (preferably ABET accredited) in the fields of electrical, mechanical, or chemical engineering.
• Capable of meeting EIT requirements
• 3D design experience with SolidWorks, Creo,, or other major CAD platform
• 2D design experience with AutoCAD, Visio or similar software for schematic development
• Demonstrated design competence of components and electrical/mechanical assemblies
• Working knowledge of fluid handling/process piping components, systems and practices
• Working knowledge in practical application of materials, chemical compatibility and machine/process automation.
• Working knowledge of electrical panel design/assembly and applicable practices to meet UL508 and CE/EU standards.
• Can produce necessary engineering and design work for EMI products with oversight from others.
• Can readily interpret and comply with EMI quality documents, procedures, and work instructions.
• Basic knowledge and use of MS Office Suite (MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Level II Requirements (includes Level I requirements)

• Proficient with SolidWorks and SolidWorks PDM
• Has a valid EIT certificate or 3-5 years work experience in an engineering position
• Completes engineering and design work for EMI products with minimal oversight.
• Can instruct others in the use and implementation of EMI quality documents, procedures, and work instructions.
• Demonstrates sound engineering judgment in component selection (fluid handling, instrumentation, mechanical, and electrical components), materials selection, and chemical compatibility issues applicable to EMI-designed products.
• Demonstrated experience with software development on one or more PLC/PAC/HMI platforms including but not limited to Allen Bradley, Emerson/GE IP, Omron, OPTO22, and Automation Direct.
• Expert use of MS Office Suite (MW Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Level III Requirements

• Working toward or in possession of a PE license.
• Can independently provide all aspects of engineering and design work for EMI products.
• Can coordinate and lead a project team to complete projects on time and within financial constraints.
• Can independently and competently represent the technical capabilities of EMI to customers and prospective sales contacts.
• Consistently makes appropriate decisions regarding product quality and application suitability.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform all work in a safe manner.
• Promptly report safety issues and any unsafe behavior of others to management.
• Engineer products requested by sales, marketing and/or management team using CAD tools
• Specify components/materials for customer projects and internal product development
• Create documentation packages for specified products
• Provide technical support for manufacturing
• Provide technical support for customers
• Perform engineering work as described in EMI’s change control procedures
• Deliver good designs from bad concepts
• Support management as requested
• Comply with company policies and procedures