Senior Electrical Engineer

Upwing Energy is developing and commercializing first-of-their-kind Subsurface Compressor Systems (SCS) for natural gas extraction. Our development efforts combine exciting engineering challenges in turbomachinery; rotordynamics; high-speed and high-power electric motors; power electronics; industrial automation; aerodynamics; structural, thermal and fluid flow simulations; mechanical design and design-for-manufacturability. General Purpose of Job: The Electrical Engineer will own and optimize the electrical design of the Subsurface Compressor Systems (SCS), along with all surface equipment for deployment. They will own the design, integration, build, test and validation of the deployment systems that support the core compressor units. They will perform a variety of tasks related to the assembly, test and troubleshooting of power electronics and other surface support systems. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Follow the requirements of Upwing Energy’s Quality Management System.Own and optimize the design, performance and durability of the main power delivery system (VFD, motor, cabling, transformer and supervisory control system)Own and optimize the design, performance and durability of the ancillary equipment (remote data communication and storage, cooling cart, controls container – mechanical definition, 120V power supply transformer, HVAC, Hydraulic Control Center (HCC), etc.)Own and optimize the design, performance and durability of the electrical systems within the SCSWork with the design team to maintain BOM and electrical drawing packages for SCC, HCC, and SCS electrical components & systemsReview and evaluate existing system against customer requirementsSupport the team in development efforts for new products or improvements to existing productsWork with experts to validate the electrical system design for present and future productsInterpret and draw conclusions from test data obtained during validation activitiesTrain and support production and field teams on product assembly and connection processesDocument electrical system configuration and user guides and proceduresDevelop and document test set ups and proceduresWork with supplier to optimize power electronics and motor designsDevelop and champion electrical safety best practices for the companyMaintain a safe working environment for self and othersLead troubleshooting efforts on electrical systemsField service support may be required on occasionConduct RCFA (Root Cause Failure Analysis) of failed electrical systemsConduct electrical system modeling for unique deployment configurations Skills, Experience, Education, and Abilities: Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or equivalentA minimum of 7 years of industrial experience with a minimum of 3 years in power electronics integration, motion control, turbomachinery or similarDemonstrated success in hands-on setup, operation and troubleshooting of complex electrical systemsPower electronics troubleshooting experience is preferredHands-on familiarity with industrial communication protocols, such as Modbus and signal level instrumentation, is preferredExperience in the design of digital, analog and power electronic circuits is a plusFamiliarity with motor controls is a plusAbility to use and set up test equipment, such as oscilloscopes, data loggers/analyzers, software development tools, etc.Familiarity with the safety requirements for high power applicationsFamiliarity with the agency approval process (UL, CE, etc.) is a plusUnderstanding of digital, analog and power electronics components and operationExcellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills in complex electrical systemsStrong oral and written communication skills Intangibles Sought: Initiative to take ownership and drive resultsFundamental curiosity as to how things workDrive to constantly learn new things and apply them to system developmentDetermination to investigate and understand root causeAbility to both evaluate the big picture and dive into details whenever necessaryBe open to new ideas and input from others in a collegial, team environmentStrong interpersonal skills with the power of positive persuasionStrong organizational skillsIntegrity, commitment and honestyDrive to move the needle every day in the development process Physical Demands / Work Environment: Most time will be spent in an office environment or on-site assembly/lab. Personal protective equipment may be required in designated areas. Up to 10% travel may be required to support products in the field. 24/7 on call support may be required up to 15% of the time.