For the given job description <<The Opportunity
QuidelOrtho unites the strengths of Quidel Corporation and Ortho Clinical Diagnostics, creating a world-leading in vitro diagnostics company with award-winning expertise in immunoassay and molecular testing, clinical chemistry and transfusion medicine. We are more than 6,000 strong and do business in over 130 countries, providing answers with fast, accurate and consistent testing where and when they are needed most  home to hospital, lab to clinic.
Our culture puts our team members first and prioritizes actions that support happiness, inspiration and engagement. We strive to build meaningful connections with each other as we believe that employee happiness and business success are linked. Join us in our mission to transform the power of diagnostics into a healthier future for all.
The Role
As we continue to grow as QuidelOrtho, we are seeking a self-driven, proactive Staff Electrical Engineer to join our R&D Instrument Platforms organization to provide technical responsibility for Sustaining Engineering (lifecycle management) activities and improvement of our portfolio of products. The individual should have an eye for creating custom engineering solutions and be well-versed in all of the R&D change control processes while driving results within the project constraints of schedule, cost, performance, quality, and reliability objectives under guidance of senior staff. This position is located in Rochester, NY.
The Responsibilities
Support existing product field issues through root cause analysis and continuous improvement.Support existing products and their production line via obsolescence resolution from standard drop-in replacements to board, harness, and other electrical redesigns.Drive projects through our change control process, ensuring completion of all activities within compliance i.e., formal design reviews, FMECA reviews, design verification, EMCSafety Testing, etc.ManageDrive multiple projects in parallel, driving results in a timely manner to maintain the production line and customer satisfaction.Performs other work-related duties as assigned.
The Individual
Required
Minimum of 7-9 years of experience with a Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent combination of education and experience.Demonstrated ability in technical analysis including evaluation of multiple candidate solutions and evaluation of intangibles.Demonstrated ability to assess and manage incoming workloads.Ability to propose methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria to realize product functionality.Ability to work well in a team environment.Excellent organizational skills.Excellent communication, influencing and conflict resolution skills.Experience with technical writing and English fluency.Ability to triage product issues and perform root cause investigations.Adapt quickly to obstacles and changing demands.
Preferred
Experience with design tools such as OrCAD and Altium.Design and implementation of digital and analog circuits.Design for and testing of EMIEMC requirements.Experience with optical systems.DesignKnowledge of stepper motor driver circuits and servo controllers.
The Key Working Relationships
Internal: QualityRegulatory, Operations, Marketing, Manufacturing, Service, Valuemetric, Clinical Medical Affairs, Project Management Office.
External: Development and Manufacturing partners, Customers, Manufacturing.
Key Supervisory Responsibilities
Reviews work quality and quantity of others.May Plan work for Electrical Engineer level III andor Technicians.Mentoring of Electrical Engineer level III andor Technicians.Recommends budget amounts.
The Work Environment
Office & Lab environment including a BL2 Lab (Biohazard).Physical Demands  Light (walking, crouching, lifting up to 50lb, etc.).Travel  Up to 10%.
Salary Transparency
Salary range for this position takes into account a wide range of factors including: education, experience, knowledge, skills, geography, and abilities of the candidate, in addition to internal equity and alignment with market data. At QuidelOrtho, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on that facts and circumstances of each case. Salary range for this position is $82,000 to $148,000 and is bonus eligible. QuidelOrtho offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with a 401(k) plan, employee assistance program, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off (including sick time) and paid Holidays. All benefits are non-contractual, and QuidelOrtho may amend, terminate, or enhance the benefits provided, as it deems appropriate.
Equal Opportunity
QuidelOrtho believes in Equal Opportunity for all and is committed to ensuring all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, have an opportunity to apply for those positions that they are interested in and qualify for without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. QuidelOrtho is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals so that an individual can perform their duties. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and require special assistance or an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please contact us at orthorecruiting@orthoclinicaldiagnostics.com
>> the resume: <<SummaryHighly motivated Electrical Project Engineer with expertise in delivering large, complicated engineering projects in the oil and gas industry in the united states and globally, From HV/MV/LV maintenance and hands on experience with power system to engineering, major projects and project management, capable and expert in delivering a cutting-edge FEED, construction, commissioning and close out expertise. Works diligently towards schedule, budget, and scope of each project utilizing internal and external resources to achieve strategic business plan and project goals, passionate and proactive in solving problems and improving the built environment, comfortably working with others on a multi-discipline engineering team.
HighlightsHV/MV/LV Power System DesignPower System StudiesRelaying and Protection SchemesMajor Projects FEEDEquipment Specification, Design, Selection and FATElectrical specifications development and updatesMentoring and Training
ExperienceLead Electrical Project Engineer - STAR Project,06/2018toCurrentCargill, Inc.–Wa Keeney,KS,Electrical Engineering Lead for South Texas Asset Re-positioning (“STAR”) program, $ 1.5 Billion project with scope split between Fluor Engineering and Worley (Jacobs)Perform Power System studies to support scope development and identify power system requirements and upgradesProject electrical scope development and equipment specificationContract development and negotiationMajor equipment vendor selection, purchase, design drawing reviews, FAT and SATWorked with ABB, Frankfurt to complete the 138 kV GIS equipment design, manufacturing, FAT and SATWorked with ABB, South Boston, Virginia factory to completed the design, manufacturing, FAT and SAT for several large power transformersConstruction Administration phase, processes as built drawings, responds to RFI's, and performs site visits during the construction phase to ensure projects are adhering to specifications and design layoutApplies appropriate techniques, procedures, and criteria to complete assignments, maintaining high level of accuracy, particularly in electrical design documentation for areas of conflict with other disciplinesReviewed and approved design documents, equipment specifications and drawingsLead Electrical Project Engineer - TIER3 Project,06/2018toCurrentCleveland-Cliffs Inc.–Ishpeming,MI,Tier3 project consist of 2 new processing units, Naphtha de-Sulfurization and Sulfur Hydro-treating, 16,000 HP Hydrogen compressor , 200HP-8000HP MV motors , new large scale substation building including 13.8kV switchgear, 4.16kV switchgear and MCC, 480V switchgear and MCC, Battery systems, UPS's for critical process equipment and controls, SCADA system and auxiliary systemsPerformed all electrical equipment design, selection and FATLead and personally performed all electrical equipment SAT'sPerformed substation and major equipment commissioning, lead field commissioning teams, hands on commissioning efforts, troubleshooting any issues during SAT, final commissioning and startupReviewed all electrical drawings red lines for final submission to the vault and handover to plant Operations, this include all electrical on lines , electrical equipment drawings, breaker control schemes, final relay programming, protection relays settingsActed as project electrical SME for design, construction, commissioning, startup and handoverWorked with our major projects document control teams to ensure the project documentation, drawings, equipment data and spare parts are adequate and handed over to the plantWorked with Plant maintenance to train maintenance employee on new equipment and general project equipment operation and maintenanceLead all electrical management of change (MOC) process action items to ensure all regulatory, environmental and company policies are metCarefully and efficiently handled project interpersonal and interdisciplinary conflicts to ensure positive outcome and team cohesivenessTrained plant electrical engineering interns and new employeesLead Electrical Project Engineer - WWTP Project,06/2018toCurrentCleveland-Cliffs Inc.–Mansfield,OH,WWTP project is a challenging plant wide project with several small scopes all over Galveston Bay Refinery. several new and upgraded equipment and challenging integration scopeCoordinated with plant Operations and different departments to secure electrical distribution system outages for tie ins to the existing system and adding new distribution equipmentUtilized Plant Etap model to conduct power flow studies, short circuit analysis and arch flash studiesProvided the project with protection relays coordination studies and settingsReviewed SAT reports and approved equipment startupElectrical Engineer - Major Project Engineering,01/2018to06/2018Marathon Petroleum Company–City,STATE,Monitor large-scale, complex design, and/or electrical construction projects from a professional perspective to ensure compliance with contract specifications and drawingsSupported the PENEX/ISOM unit major project and provided field execution and commissioning supportDetermine improvements, replacements, and re-engineering of electrical equipment to improve power system safety, reliability, and efficiencyPrepare engineering studies, alternative evaluation reports, final designs, and cost estimatesEffectively communicate both orally and in writing with all levels and types of organizations and audiencesLearns basic plant Operations needs and expectations; makes an effort to identify problems and solutions within assigned workReviewed project construction work packages (CWP's)Electrical Reliability Engineer,03/2015to01/2018Marathon Petroleum Company–City,STATE,As an electrical reliability engineer my major role was to ensure safe and reliable operation of the plant distribution system and plant electrical equipment at the process unit levelSupported routine maintenance and day to day troubleshooting activitiesLead electrical reliability initiatives to improve overall distribution system safety and reliability also process electrical equipment reliability upgradesManged SAP's electrical equipment record, PM work orders reliability reviewsUtilized several RCM software to collect and analyze data and conduct several reliability studiesSupported electrical distribution foremen in distribution system daily operation/switchingResponsible for all distribution system and electrical equipment PM creation, reviews and supporting electrical PM foremenCoordinate electrical outages for PMs and Turnarounds activitiesAs the power system owner, i was responsible for providing support for engineering department and project teams by reviewing all engineering work packages for new and modified electrical equipment that will be tied in to the plant distribution systemParticipated in new projects electrical equipment FAT's as maintenance representativeConducted majority of the electrical system and electrical equipment related incident investigations, utilizing root cause analysis to identify and create recommendationsLead investigation teams on several major incidents and participated as the electrical SME's for multiple plant wide and major incidentsLead the electrical team to execute several Turnarounds and unit outages electrical PM scopeCreated commissioning procedures for new electrical equipment, including substations and large sync/induction motorsElectrical Engineer,07/2014to02/2015Alian Consulting Engineers LLc–City,STATE,Design, drafting related services for electrical projects, including power and lighting distribution systems for new buildings and infrastructure, building renovations, power and controls for water and wastewater systems, site utilities, medium voltage systems, short circuit, coordination and arc flash studies, generator systems, photovoltaic systems, field investigations, construction observations, and managing work with other team membersSurvey a wide variety of facilities and processes for determining as-built conditions, energy conservation opportunities, and deficienciesSelects equipment, electrical power and communications systems and devices in schematic, design development and construction document phasesUsed CAD software and equipment to perform assignmentsPerform power density, voltage drop and fault current analysesCollaborate on establishing plans to achieve goals or schedules set by the clientConstruction Administration phase, processes shop drawings, responds to RFI's, and performs site visits during the construction phase to ensure projects are adhering to specifications and design layoutApplies appropriate techniques, procedures, and criteria to complete assignments, maintaining high level of accuracy, particularly in electrical design documentation for areas of conflict with other disciplinesElectrical Engineer,2011to07/2014CIRTA Electromechanical Contracting And Maintenance LLc–City,STATE,Meets with clients' technical staff to discuss technical information and features.Prepares equipment specifications, inquiry and purchase requisitions for approvalEvaluates vendors' bids and drawings to assure compliance with specificationsReviews and approves design drawings for assigned segment of a projectMonitors subcontracted technical services' activities.Participates in preparation of design guides, guide specifications and contract proposalsParticipates in plant start-ups and field assignments as requiredParticipates in equipment inspections at vendors' facilitiesParticipate with construction personnel concerning construct-ability issues as related to field conditions, sequencing and scheduling of construction activitiesConduct or participate in a field trip to an operating plant or construction site to gather operating data and equipment information
EducationMaster of Science:Engineering Management,Expected in2020toUniversity of Louisville-Louisville, KY,GPA:Expected Graduation date is March 2020. 3.9 GPA.Bachelor of Science:Electrical Engineering,Expected in2007toSudan University of Science and Technology-khartoum,GPA:>>. The result is, 

Fit assessment: Potential Fit