Electrical Crane Engineer / Electrical Controls Designer

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      "content": "<div>\n<h3>Electrical Design &amp; System Engineering</h3>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>Develop electrical designs for overhead material-handling equipment including bridge cranes, gantry cranes, monorail systems, and workstation lifting systems</li>\n<li>Create electrical schematics, control panel layouts, and wiring documentation using CAD software</li>\n<li>Select and specify components including VFDs, conductor bars, festoon systems, limit switches, relays, and safety devices</li>\n<li>Perform engineering calculations related to motor sizing, load handling, and system performance requirements</li>\n<li>Apply industry standards and codes including CMAA 70/74, NEC (NFPA 70), and ASME B30</li>\n\n<h3>Startup, Commissioning &amp; Field Support</h3>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>Support installation and commissioning activities for new equipment and retrofit projects</li>\n<li>Configure and test variable frequency drives, HMI interfaces, relays, and associated control systems</li>\n<li>Verify system functionality and ensure installations align with engineering specifications</li>\n\n<h3>Troubleshooting &amp; Equipment Support</h3>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>Diagnose and resolve electrical and controls-related issues affecting crane and lifting systems</li>\n<li>Assist with troubleshooting motors, control panels, communication systems, and automated equipment</li>\n<li>Support modernization initiatives and upgrades to existing crane systems</li>\n\n<h3>Safety, Compliance &amp; Documentation</h3>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>Ensure engineering work complies with applicable safety regulations, electrical codes, and company standards</li>\n<li>Participate in safety reviews, inspections, and system evaluations</li>\n<li>Maintain organized engineering documentation, revisions, and field update records</li>\n\n<h3>Cross-Functional Collaboration</h3>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>Work closely with project managers, technicians, mechanical engineers, and operations personnel</li>\n<li>Provide technical guidance to maintenance and production teams</li>\n<li>Support initiatives focused on improving equipment uptime, reliability, and operational efficiency</li>\n\n</ul></ul></ul></ul></ul></div>"
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