Component Engineer Salary in Iowa, USA

Design EngineerWaterloo, IA$ DOEOur Waterloo, Iowa manufacturing client is looking to hire a Design Engineer. This Design Engineer will design, develop and support products through the product life cycle. From conceptualization, through production and customer support. They will be responsible for developing the appropriate tools, controls, equipment, fixtures and processes used in manufacturing of new products, contribute and/or determine the appropriate specifications and procedures used for layout, testing, and prototyping. In addition, this position is responsible for continuous improvement of other existing products via design modifications and the re-tooling of components, parts and/or systems used on those product lines.EDUCATION AND EXPEREINCE REQUIRED:• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, or another related engineering discipline with an emphasis on powered machinery. Individuals with an Associate degree in one or more engineering disciplines and 5-7 years of applicable experience in Agricultural equipment design and/or product development can be substituted for the advanced engineering degree.• Minimum 5 years of design and manufacturing experience of agricultural equipment. Equivalent experience amount in other equipment types will be considered.• Strong experience and knowledge level of a 3-D CAD program. Autodesk Inventor & Vault preferred. Other programs such as Catia, Pro-E, Solid Works or Solid Edge will be considered.• Prior design experience using steel fabrication processes and equipment, i.e. saw, plasma, laser, punch, and forming.• Prior design experience using machining processes and operations, i.e. lathe, VMC, and HMC.• Prior design experience of weldments for hand and robotic welding processes, along with general welding knowledge.• Prior experience in design and machining of steel and iron castings is preferred.• Prior product development project coordination. Determining and coordinating fabrication, welding process, fixturing and tooling needs for prototyping, and production.• Prior experience in designing, operating and using agricultural equipment along with general farming operations.• Prior work experience developing and supporting product and design support documentation, i.e., Product Manuals, Department standards.• Prior experience designing control systems.• Prior experience with ISOBUS systems.• Proficiency with written, verbal, presentation, and telephone communications skills• Proficiency with Microsoft products including Microsoft Word, Access, Excel, Power Point, etc.Job Qualifications:1. Develops multiple design solutions and CAD layouts to determine ideal design for new and existing products that meet manufacturing capabilities as well as high quality and customer expectations.2. Performs engineering calculations required to meet goals and expectations.3. Develop, determine, contribute and/or provide internal & external specifications, i.e. raw material, manufactured items, outsourced components.4. Provide / assist with direction and coordination of the manufacturing processes for prototype and production builds.5. Prepare accurate, complete and detailed Bill of Materials, part, weldment and assembly drawings.6. Manages multiple projects and Engineering Change Notices to meet project timelines.7. Contributes and/or determines processes involved in product development, i.e. prototyping, testing, and tooling.8. Assist other departments to assure project success.9. Provides periodic project and documentation support as directed by Engineering Supervisor.10. Provides reports as required by the Director of Operations.11. Provides major project support for all areas as directed by senior management.

Job Title: Mechanical EngineerLocation: Des Moines, IowaSalary: $90-140KJob Summary: The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for leading projects that bring new products to market. In this Mechanical Engineering role you will be responsible for designing and validating new products as they come to market. Prepare detailed working 3D models and drawings of machinery and mechanical devices, including dimensions, fastening methods, and other engineering information.Job Responsibilities:• Develop detailed design drawings and specifications for mechanical equipment.• Coordinate design, lay out and detail components and systems for new products and existing product improvements.• Create and review material part specifications and bills of materials.• Review and analyze specifications, sketches, drawings and ideas.• Work with SolidWorks and CAD software.• Perform FEA on new designs• Compute mathematical formulas to develop and design detailed specifications for components or machinery.• Assisting with updating reference manuals and technical publications on the operation and maintenance of mechanical systems.• Work with an ERP system to enter parts and data to create reports and develop costing models.Education & Experience:• Bachelor’s Degree required (Engineering degree preferred)• Experience with SolidWorks Simulation or other FEA software preferred.• Strong DraftSight, SolidWorks, Microsoft Office skills• Heavy industrial manufacturing experience required working with mobile equipment, systems and components.• Must be a highly motivated, self-starter that enjoys problem solving.• Must be able to work within a team environment and self-directed, individual projects.

Job Title: Sr. Innovation Design EngineerLocation: Waterloo, IowaSalary: $65-85KJob Summary of the Senior Innovation Design Engineer: The Senior Innovation Design Engineer is responsible for executing new product project activities and completing tasks in coordination with the APQP Engineering/Innovation Manager. The position should interact closely with the APQP Engineering/Innovation Manager and team members of New Products as well as other departments and groups. Electrical and Mechanical engineering tools and computer modeling skills will be frequently used in this position. This Senior Innovation Design Engineer will be responsible for concept development for future product platforms in anticipation of subsequent company needs combining electrical and mechanical solutions into electromechanical concepts.Job Responsibilities of the Senior Innovation Design Engineer:• Support and complete program and project deliverables in a timely and cost-efficient manner to fulfill customer and/or company product development goals.• Perform mechanical engineering analysis to support existing products and develop new concepts to improve functionality, reduce costs, increase performance, and simplify manufacturability of resulting products.• Responsible for brainstorming and support of innovative new product design. These new products should consist of new and existing materials and production methodologies and combine new and existing technologies into future marketable products.• Responsible for the brainstorming of new ideas and the generation of concepts in coordination with all product lines.• Support research of marketing, technical, economic and manufacturing feasibility for these new ideas.• Support and help facilitate program and project management tasks for specific customers, but also develop concepts and products in coordination with company product line plan strategies.• Support concept development by investigating different materials, purchased components, and manufacturing processes.• Responsible for design and management support of programs and projects assigned within the Corporate Technology work group.• Work with sales and customers to determine key elements of the project.• Responsible for electrical and mechanical engineering techniques and analysis skills to design activities. Design requirements for electrical and mechanical specifications.• Complete design layouts, BOM, and drawing content for products recently released.Education & Experience of the Senior Innovation Design Engineer:• Must be computer proficient and must fully understand software applications necessary for the successful completion of their job functions.• Experience with Creo/Windchill.• Understanding of Creo software, and ability to create, update, and finalize models.• Understanding of Windchill software, and ability create, update, and finalize Windchill data.• 30 G - Comprehensive understanding of Inertial Calculations in order to convey and complete with outside resources.• Tolerance Analysis - Mid-level understanding of tolerance stack calculations as applicable to product design and detailing, including the use of Six Sigma Design Tools.• Spring Analysis - Comprehensive understanding how to conduct spring stress analysis to prevent spring failures due to excessive stress.• Mechanics of materials - Comprehensive understanding and ability to engineer and design products using strength of material strategies.• Mechanical Advantage/Travel Analysis - Comprehensive understanding and ability to create, update, and finalize a kinematic analysis.• Basic understanding and knowledge of GD&T application and use.• Basic understanding of reliability/confidence levels and application to design verification and validation.• Comprehensive understanding of Dept. 111 work instructions and forms pertaining to job functions, including ECN activities.• Drafting standards understanding of ECN and project development print checking requirements/checklists.• APQP - Basic understanding and ability to participate in cross-functional teams constructing Process Failure Modes Effects Analysis (PFMEA).• Comprehensive understanding and the ability to participate in cross-functional teams constructing Design Failure Modes Effects Analysis (DFMEA).• Comprehensive understanding and ability to assist in the creation, updating, and finalizing of a Design Process Assembly Review (DPAR) document.• Basic understanding and ability to support SPMs, Project Engineers, and Product Managers with product ideas and potential improvements.

Pactiv Evergreen Inc. (NASDAQ: PTVE) is a leading manufacturer and distributor of fresh foodservice and food merchandising products and fresh beverage cartons in North America and certain international markets. It supplies its products to a broad and diversified mix of companies, including full service restaurants and quick service restaurants, foodservice distributors, supermarkets, grocery and healthy eating retailers, other food stores, food and beverage producers, food packers and food processors. To learn more about the company, please go to the company website at pactivevergreen.com.130 miles east of Des Moines, and 230 miles west of Chicago, Cedar Rapids is a city in eastern Iowa. The Cedar Rapids Museum of Art includes many works by native Iowan painter Grant Wood. Brucemore is an estate with acres of gardens and an 1880s mansion, which houses local history displays. Nearby, Bever Park has an ice rink, a pool and farm animals. The National Czech and Slovak Museum and Library offers exhibits on the history and culture of 19th-century immigrants.Evergreen Packaging Equipment is located in the city of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, with close proximity to Chicago. Initially begun in 1880 to service the dairy industry, EPE now manufactures gable-top carton filling machines, making Evergreen Packaging a fully vertically integrated carton provider for its customers. EPE has 170 team members and now has 1300 installed machines in over 50 countries.Responsibilities: Purpose:The person in this position is primarily responsible for design and development of new and existing packaging machines.Key customers include the end user, PTVE manufacturing personnel, external vendors used for outsourcing parts, PTVE service technicians, purchasing, engineering and other departments within PTVE.Key deliverables include new product design, production support, assistance with assembly and factory testing, field testing, troubleshooting field problems, answering questions for parts manufacturers (whether internal or external) and interfacing with vendors. The ultimate goal is the support of existing production models and the development of new packaging machines which will be salable machines, and which in turn will increase paper sales.Key Accountabilities:Designs, develops, and documents complete sections of new machines.Conducts prototype testing of new components, systems, and machines at PTVE and at customer sites. This includes conducting lab and test line tests on systems to optimize performance.Supports internal and external parts manufacturing personnel by answering questions and approving parts as necessary.Assists in assembly of new products by explaining to or showing assembly personnel how new designs should fit together.Assists with testing of new products, both purchased components and PTVE designed components/systems to determine how they will perform in the PTVE application.Develop parts manuals and writes instruction manuals for design changes and new designs.? Interfaces with vendors to specify purchased parts and coordinate vendor testing of their components to simulate how they will be used in the PTVE application. Also coordinates with vendors to develop new, specialized components or systems that will be specifically designed for use on PTVE machines.? Provides guidance to PTVE assembly and test personnel on how new designs fit and function.? Provides technical support to field service personnel and customersKnowledge & Experience:B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and 4-6 years of experience or an AAS degree with concentration on Mechanical Design and 10 years related experience.CAD experience Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Demonstrated ability to work well with people. Ability to travel up to 25%Knowledge of product line and experience in machine mechanism due to our equipment being mechanically intense. Pactiv Evergreen is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Pactiv Evergreen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, religion, creed, age national origin, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran status or other characteristics or statuses protected by law. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please call (847) 482-4320 or email [email protected] information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines and applicable laws.

At Elanco (NYSE: ELAN) – it all starts with animals!As a global leader in animal health, we are dedicated to innovation and delivering products and services to prevent and treat disease in farm animals and pets. We’re driven by our vision of ‘Food and Companionship Enriching Life’ and our approach to sustainability – the Elanco Healthy Purpose – to advance the health of animals, people, the planet and our enterprise.At Elanco, we pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We believe that diversity is the driving force behind innovation, creativity, and overall business success. Here, you’ll be part of a company that values and champions new ways of thinking, work with dynamic individuals, and acquire new skills and experiences that will propel your career to new heights.Making animals’ lives better makes life better – join our team today!The purpose of this position is to provide technical expertise and ownership of the maintenance program that results in equipment reliability needed to support current and future production objectives. This position will be responsible for the technical aspects of the maintenance program.  This individual will work closely with all levels of operations, maintenance, engineering and quality to identify critical equipment, prioritize critical equipment, analyze critical equipment using established methodologies, develop sound maintenance plans using established predictive and preventive maintenance techniques, reliability and maintainability metrics to solve equipment reliability and maintenance problems, lower the potential of critical equipment failures, and maintain an expertise on the current technology available for reliability improvements of the equipment and practices.   The engineer may be required to perform unique component and system analyses to identify reliability improvements and risk reduction improvements through design modifications and/or various reliability improvement strategies.Key Objectives/Deliverables: Provide support to equipment owner/user to complete CMMS data entry forms.Define boundaries for equipment lists and put equipment list into logical groupings.Determine critical business factors, including those for mechanical integrity, and rank the criticality of equipment.Develop appropriate (maintenance) plans based on Mechanical Integrity Maintenance Standards.Perform data queries to retrieve equipment history to determine the proper level of RCFA detail on recurrent equipment failures/downtime.Use Equipment Criticality ranking, Process Safety Management, Mechanical Integrity, CMMS data, and other Operational and Maintenance information as input to creating an FMEA—either in an individual or team setting.Determine equipment functionality, failure modes, failure effects.  Determine likelihood of failure modes.  Utilize FMEA to prolong equipment functioning by matching equipment use with proper maintenance tasks:  Condition Based Monitoring, Time-Based Maintenance, Redesign, Run-to-Failure, etc.Coordinate teams of operation, maintenance and engineering personnel to conduct Reliability Centered Maintenance analyses for the determination of maintenance strategies for equipment.Develop equipment life cycle plan strategy for critical equipment.  Develop maintenance plan strategy for critical equipment.  Initiate and complete appropriate change control documentation.  Recommend and drive implementation of approved countermeasures.Optimize maintenance resources and asset utilization by minimizing duplication within the maintenance and stores, promoting utilization of established standards (ANSI, AS, etc), and standardization of descriptions and procedures throughout the corporation.Provide inputs to determine need to delete modify or create job plans within CMMS.Support Instrument Reliability Technicians as requested on the implementation of COD/MU (Critical Operating Data/Maintenance Uncertainties) maintenance strategies.Assess business process changes to determine need for re-performing equipment criticality assessments.Utilize standardized procedures and metrics to monitor, analyze and review equipment reliability data.Interact with OEM’s, venders, and regulatory bodies, to stay abreast of upcoming changes, improvements, or new regulations that can affect reliability efforts.Develop, support and/or participate in the Equipment periodic reviews as requested.Initiate corrective engineering to improve operational reliability.Determine engineering estimates for resources and implementation costs for proposed corrective engineering.Provide information and support as necessary when Operations initiates change controls which impact equipment reliability.Revise and update equipment life cycle and maintenance as needed.  Adapt and implement preventative and predictive maintenance technologies to critical equipment sets.  Recommend and drive implementation of approved countermeasures.  Be an asset management resource and champion to area and site maintenance and operations.Minimum Qualifications:Bachelors’ Degree or Equivalent ExperienceWorking knowledge of CMMS. SAP experience is highly recommended.Working knowledge of Preventive and Predictive Maintenance techniques, including but not limited to Tribology, Vibration Analysis, Thermography, Life Cycle Cost Analysis, equipment installation requirements, etc.Ability to make individual, small group and large group presentations.Must be able to lead, interact with and coach wide variety of individuals including shop floor mechanics to senior operations and maintenance management.Additional Preferences:SAP experienceManufacturing experienceCertified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP)Other Information: 8-hr. shift. A flexible work schedule is possible. Work is usually performed Monday through Friday; however, one may be called in on weekends or evenings if a process outage occurs.Location: Fort Dodge, IA (relocation assisted for qualified candidate)Elanco is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status

Electronics Sr HW Design Engineer Place: Cedar Rapids, IA, USA Use knowledge of electronics HW design and simulation systems or products to lead engineering project teams and support functions, and to interface with cross functional peers for the development of new offers or evolution of existing offers. Roles & Responsibilities Develop solutions for external customers (electricians, installers etc.) and internal customers (marketing, industrialization, quality etc.). Assist in the refinement of Marketing Offer Requirements. Development of Technical Product Specifications. Competitive analysis. Development of product architecture options and selection methods. Project management skills: Defines engineering work packages, develop project schedule, estimate resources required. Direct tasks of electronics designers, technicians, and other resources. Ability to present and communicate clearly project summaries to internal stakeholders. Facilitate the generation of prototypes for testing. Author verification and validation test plans including test method and acceptance criteria. Interpretation of test results and other data. Ability to synthesize data into technical communication for effective written and oral presentation to senior management. Oversee development of the product definition file: Schematic Capture, PCB & PCBA creation, BOM creation, and development of other specifications. Experience with Cadence tool suit preferred. Documentation of intellectual property, novel ideas for patent applications. Analyze risks of safety products. Quantify risks and develop mitigations using A/D/T/P FMEA and FTA techniques. Strong understanding of EMC testing and design mitigation techniques. Capable with developing, debugging, analyzing and root cause analysis for HW and embedded systems from proof of concept through development, production and customer support. Contribute to development of user documentation such as instruction bulletins, safety labels, and product markings. Capable of synthesizing and distilling 3 rd party standards into product requirements. Familiarity with UL/CSA/IEC standards is desirable. Ability to work with 3 rd party certification agencies such as Underwriters Laboratories (UL) to facilitate agency certification. Desired analysis skills: Highly creative & inquisitive for design and system optimization. / strength of component & system analysis / Capable with electronics lab equipment for test and debug / Strong understanding of design for test & reliability in safety products. Use of statistical techniques for analyzing empirical data. Thermal modeling and understanding of magnetics desirable. REQUIREMENTS US citizenship, Permanent Resident or holder of H1 or L1 visa. Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering. Master's or PhD degree or candidate is a plus. 5+ years of experience in electronics HW product development Be able to show at least one new project development success and be able to articulate responsibilities and role. Let us learn about you! Apply today. You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled. Why us?At Schneider Electric we're committed to creating a workplace that gives you not just a job but a meaningful purpose in joining our mission to bring energy and efficiency to enable life, progress and sustainability for all.We believe in e mpowering our team members to reach their full potential, fostering a sense of ownership in their work.We embrace inclusion as a fundamental value, ensuring that every voice is heard and valued. We value differences, and welcome people from all walks of life. We believe in equal opportunities for everyone, everywhere.If you want to be part of a company where your contributions truly matter, where you are empowered to make a difference and where inclusivity is valued, we would love to hear from you.Discover your M eaningful, Inclusive and Empowered career at Schneider Electric.€34.2bn global revenue +12% organic growth 135 000+ employees in 100+ countries #1 on the Global 100 World's most sustainable corporationsYou must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filledSchneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, by providing equitable opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to contribute their best.We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate and we 'embrace different' as one of our core values. We believe our differences make us stronger as a company and as individuals and we are committed to championing inclusivity in everything we do. This extends to our Candidates and is embedded in our Hiring Practices.You can find out more about our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion here and our DEI Policy hereSchneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color , gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct. Electronics Sr HW Design Engineer Place: Cedar Rapids, IA, USA Use knowledge of electronics HW design and simulation systems or products to lead engineering project teams and support functions, and to interface with cross functional peers for the development of new offers or evolution of existing offers. Roles & Responsibilities Develop solutions for external customers (electricians, installers etc.) and internal customers (marketing, industrialization, quality etc.). Assist in the refinement of Marketing Offer Requirements. Development of Technical Product Specifications. Competitive analysis. Development of product architecture options and selection methods. Project management skills: Defines engineering work packages, develop project schedule, estimate resources required. Direct tasks of electronics designers, technicians, and other resources. Ability to present and communicate clearly project summaries to internal stakeholders. Facilitate the generation of prototypes for testing. Author verification and validation test plans including test method and acceptance criteria. Interpretation of test results and other data. Ability to synthesize data into technical communication for effective written and oral presentation to senior management. Oversee development of the product definition file: Schematic Capture, PCB & PCBA creation, BOM creation, and development of other specifications. Experience with Cadence tool suit preferred. Documentation of intellectual property, novel ideas for patent applications. Analyze risks of safety products. Quantify risks and develop mitigations using A/D/T/P FMEA and FTA techniques. Strong understanding of EMC testing and design mitigation techniques. Capable with developing, debugging, analyzing and root cause analysis for HW and embedded systems from proof of concept through development, production and customer support. Contribute to development of user documentation such as instruction bulletins, safety labels, and product markings. Capable of synthesizing and distilling 3 rd party standards into product requirements. Familiarity with UL/CSA/IEC standards is desirable. Ability to work with 3 rd party certification agencies such as Underwriters Laboratories (UL) to facilitate agency certification. Desired analysis skills: Highly creative & inquisitive for design and system optimization. / strength of component & system analysis / Capable with electronics lab equipment for test and debug / Strong understanding of design for test & reliability in safety products. Use of statistical techniques for analyzing empirical data. Thermal modeling and understanding of magnetics desirable. REQUIREMENTS US citizenship, Permanent Resident or holder of H1 or L1 visa. Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering. Master's or PhD degree or candidate is a plus. 5+ years of experience in electronics HW product development Be able to show at least one new project development success and be able to articulate responsibilities and role.

Central Iowa Power Cooperative (CIPCO) is currently searching for a Generation Engineer to join the team in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. This position performs plant engineering and project management and other duties related to operation, maintenance, and capital improvements of the Cooperatives generation facilities. To apply for this position, please visit www.cipco.net and click Career OpportunitiesDuties/Responsibilities Perform and prepare written results of engineering studies conducted for the efficient operation and maintenance of the CIPCO generating facilities. Assist plant management with operations analyses and maintenance troubleshooting. Assist with recommending, planning, and managing engineering projects at CIPCO-operated generating plants.Provide engineering support for generators, transformers, breakers, relays, motors, variable frequency drives (VFDs), inverters, batteries, sensors, control systems, and other electrical components.Assist in the preparation of annual budgets for CIPCO-operated generating facilities.Requirements and Critical Success FactorsBachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Mechanics, or other related discipline or equivalent combination of education and experienceCollaborative with excellent interpersonal skills; able to work on a teamStrong communication and presentation skills, verbal and writtenStrong organizational, coordination and time management skillsIs a self-starter with high level of initiative; able to work independentlyDetail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skillsBenefitsCIPCO provides its employees with a comprehensive benefits package which includes: health, dental and vision insurance, a pension plan, 401(k) with company match, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, and much more.About CIPCOCentral Iowa Power Cooperative (CIPCO) is a generation and transmission electric cooperative with member systems that serve a population of nearly 300,000 rural and urban residents and more than 13,000 small and large commercial and industrial accounts across Iowa. CIPCO supplies all power requirements for its Member-owners, and as their power provider, is dedicated to delivering 24/7 energy that is affordable, safe, and reliable. For more information visit www.cipco.net.Click here to find out why CIPCO is a great place to work!Cedar Rapids, IowaCedar Rapids is located in eastern Iowa and is the second-largest city in the state, with a population over 137,000. It is ranked one of the Top 100 Best Places to Live in the U.S. by Livability.com (2023) Click on Whats Great About CR? to learn more about the quality-of-life amenities in Cedar Rapids. EOE M/F/Disability/Veteranrecblid gnj6qdq6a4yzht1ir2oyupfufn0nsd

Central Iowa Power Cooperative (CIPCO) is currently searching for a Senior Generation Engineer to join the team in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. This position performs intermediate to advanced plant engineering and project management and other duties related to operation, maintenance, and capital improvements of the Cooperatives generation facilities. To apply for this position, please visit www.cipco.net and click Career Opportunities.Duties/Responsibilities Perform and prepare written results of engineering studies conducted for the efficient operation and maintenance of the CIPCO generating facilities. Assist plant management with operations analyses and maintenance troubleshooting. Collaborate with the Supervisor of Generation Engineering with recommending, planning, and managing engineering projects at CIPCO-operated generating plants.Provide engineering support for generators, transformers, breakers, relays, motors, variable frequency drives (VFDs), inverters, batteries, sensors, control systems, and other electrical components.Stay abreast of new developments in power plant engineering, provide technical guidance/supervision to others and make innovative and consistent contributions beyond assigned tasks.Requirements and Critical Success FactorsBachelors degree in Electrical Engineering and typically 4-8 years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.Iowa Professional Engineer (PE) license strongly preferred.Collaborative with excellent interpersonal skills; able to work on a teamStrong communication and presentation skills, verbal and writtenStrong organizational, coordination and time management skillsIs a self-starter with high level of initiative; able to work independentlyDetail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skillsBenefitsCIPCO provides its employees with a comprehensive benefits package which includes health, dental and vision insurance, a pension plan, 401(k) with company match, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, and much more.About CIPCOCentral Iowa Power Cooperative (CIPCO) is a generation and transmission electric cooperative with member systems that serve a population of nearly 300,000 rural and urban residents and more than 13,000 small and large commercial and industrial accounts across Iowa. CIPCO supplies all power requirements for its Member-owners, and as their power provider, is dedicated to delivering 24/7 energy that is affordable, safe, and reliable. For more information visit www.cipco.net.Click here to find out why CIPCO is a great place to work!Cedar Rapids, IowaCedar Rapids is located in eastern Iowa and is the second-largest city in the state, with a population over 137,000. It is ranked one of the Top 100 Best Places to Live in the U.S. by Livability.com (2023) Click on Whats Great About CR? to learn more about the quality-of-life amenities in Cedar Rapids. EOE M/F/Disability/Veteranrecblid zddfz1nf2wr9e0w74qjqaqnmr5aj0l

Date Posted:2024-05-01Country:United States of AmericaLocation:HIA32: Cedar Rapids, IA 400 Collins Rd NE , Cedar Rapids, IA, 52498-0505 USAPosition Role Type:OnsiteCollins Aerospace is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer to lead a team of systems engineers working on a complex avionics computing subsystem. In this role, you will lead a cross-functional team of engineers as they collaborate to specify, design, integrate, verify, and validate components of the subsystem. The ideal candidate will have experience as a project engineer (PE) and control account manager (CAM) successfully leading a team of systems engineers through the full development lifecycle.Responsibilities:Lead the full life cycle of systems engineering activities (planning, execution, integration, verification, and validation) ensuring compliance with system requirements.Perform Control Account Manager (CAM) tasks for the portion of the budget they control. Responsible for documenting various program activities, such as technical and engineering execution risk management, earned value, and action item capture and closure.Identify skills needed and request the staffing necessary to implement the defined plan while maintaining close coordination with the engineering manager.Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including hardware, firmware, and software teams, along with program managers, to manage program dependencies and schedules.Develop and maintain comprehensive execution plans, schedules, and documentation, ensuring clear communication and understanding among stakeholders.Qualifications/Experience Needed:Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) unless prohibited by local laws/regulations and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 10 years of relevant experience.U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or granted refugee or asylee status) as defined here: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62Experience in systems engineering with a significant focus on leading teams of engineersProven track record as a PE/CAM in the aerospace, defense, or a closely related industry.Deep understanding of system design, development, and integration processes.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with technical teams, management, and external stakeholders.Familiarity with industry standards and regulations, such as ARP4754A/B (Guidelines for Development of Civil Aircraft Systems), DO-178B/C (Software Considerations in Airborne Systems and Equipment Certification) or DO-254 (Design Assurance Guidance for Airborne Electronic Hardware).Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers' toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.#reempowerprogramThis role is also eligible for the Re-Empower Program. The Re-Empower Program helps support talented and committed professionals as they rebuild their capabilities, enhance leadership skills, and continue their professional journey. Over the course of the 14-week program, experienced professionals will gain paid, on-the-job experience, have an opportunity to participate in sessions with leadership, develop personalized plans for success and receive coaching to guide their return-to-work experience. Upon completion of the program, based on performance and contributions participants will be eligible for a career at RTX.Minimum Program Qualifications To qualify for the Raytheon Technologies, Re-Empower Program, candidates should:Be on a career break of one or more year at time of applicationHave prior experience in functional area of interestHave interest in returning in either a full-time or part-time positionOur Avionics team advances flight deck solutions, airborne communications, vision systems, sensors and fire protection for commercial and military customers around the world. That means we're helping people reach their destination safely and keeping pilots, passengers, flight crews, airlines, airports and military personnel connected and informed. And we're providing industry-leading fire protection and safety systems that our customers can count on when it matters most. Are you ready to learn from the most knowledgeable experts in the industry, develop the technologies of tomorrow and reach new heights in your career? Join our Avionics team today.Diversity drives innovation; inclusion drives success. We believe a multitude of approaches and ideas enable us to deliver the best results for our workforce, workplace, and customers. We are committed to fostering a culture where all employees can share their passions and ideas so we can tackle the toughest challenges in our industry and pave new paths to limitless possibility.WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world - and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.Some of our competitive benefits package includes:Medical, dental, and vision insuranceThree weeks of vacation for newly hired employeesGenerous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy optionTuition reimbursement programStudent Loan Repayment ProgramLife insurance and disability coverageOptional coverages you can buy: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance,?critical illness?insurance, group legal, ID theft protectionBirth, adoption, parental leave benefitsOvia Health, fertility, and family planningAdoption AssistanceAutism BenefitEmployee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessionsHealthy You Incentives, wellness rewards programDoctor on Demand, virtual doctor visitsBright Horizons, child and elder care servicesTeladoc Medical Experts, second opinion programAnd more!At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form - with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.Apply now and be part of the team that's redefining aerospace, every day.#HotJobThe salary range for this role is 96,000 USD - 200,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company's performance.This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.RTX is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.Privacy Policy and Terms:Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms

System Design Engineer, Fluid SystemsThis is an extremely exciting start-up company who is working to raise living standards globally through a more affordable, secure, and environmentally friendly form of nuclear energy along with innovations in medical isotopes to improve human health. We are seeking a highly capable and motivated System Design Engineer who will focus on system design, analysis, systems engineering, and engineering oversight. In this role, you will act as a system design engineer for the company's advanced nuclear reactor projects. You will integrate and coordinate with engineers working on interfacing systems and to be a part of a high-performing team of engineers and scientists. What Will You Be Doing? Design of reliable and fault tolerant fluid systems from development of requirements through final design and commissioning. Perform technical trade studies and decisions to refine system design. Develop maintenance plans for system hardware. Develop in-service inspection and in-service test plans for system hardware. Develop system level functional and performance requirements and flow requirements down to component specifications. Oversight of system construction planning and eventually construction, test, and startup. Review work of suppliers to determine compliance with requirements and minimize system level integration issues. Develop and review technical design documents, such as System Design Descriptions, Interface Control Documents, Engineering Design Specifications, etc. Generate design packages for system designs including coordinating of calculations, design reports, drawings, and specifications. Interface with the design team to create and manage drawing packages of system designs, including but not limited to Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), 3D models, and system interface drawings. Interface with various design disciplines (such as mechanical, instrumentation and controls, civil, and nuclear) to identify and develop system design and performance criteria. Provide Support and oversight during test execution, evaluation of test results, and reporting of test results. What Will You Need to Be Successful in This Role? B.S. in Mechanical, Chemical, Nuclear Engineering, or related discipline from an accredited university and 5+ years direct experience with proven mechanical systems skills. Experience working with fluid systems or fluid components or piping. Experience working with suppliers on safety-related projects. Experience with piping systems and the ability to read and draw P&IDs. Strong understanding of design codes (ASME, BPVC, API). Experience with power plant operations and maintenance. Familiar with safety classifications of systems, structures, and components. Familiar with piping design and analysis as well as familiar with fault detection and monitoring. Experience working to quality standards on design activities, such as ASME NQA-1, AS 9100, ISO 9001, or equivalent. The successful candidate will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, be able to communicate openly, and display respect and a desire to foster teamwork. Attention to detail and aspiration for technical excellence. Actual position starting level and title will be determined based on assessment of qualifications. This is a fully remote, full-time opportunity. Pay Rate is between $40.00 - $90.00 per hour. *Pay range offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors, including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.Qualified candidates should APPLY NOW for immediate consideration! Please hit APPLY to provide the required information, and we will be back in touch as soon as possible.Benefits: Volt offers benefits (based on eligibility) that include the following: health, dental, vision, term life, short term disability, AD&D, 401(k), Sick time, and other types of paid leaves (as required by law), Employee Assistance Program (EAP).Volt is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits any kind of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Volt is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national origin, citizenship, social or ethnic origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by the statutes, rules, and regulations in the locations where it operates. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please click here or call (866) 898-0005. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed.Volt does not discriminate against applicants based on citizenship status, immigration status, or national origin, in accordance with 8 U.S.C. § 1324b. The company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner that complies with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.Job ID : 415420