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 SCS

Work with the design team to maintain BOM and electrical drawing packages for SCC, HCC, and SCS electrical components & systems

Review and evaluate existing system against customer requirements

Support the team in development efforts for new products or improvements to existing products

Work with experts to validate the electrical system design for present and future products

Interpret and draw conclusions from test data obtained during validation activities

Train and support production and field teams on product assembly and connection processes

Document electrical system configuration and user guides and procedures

Develop and document test set ups and procedures

Work with supplier to optimize power electronics and motor designs

Develop and champion electrical safety best practices for the company

Maintain a safe working environment for self and others

Lead troubleshooting efforts on electrical systems

Field service support may be required on occasion

Conduct RCFA (Root Cause Failure Analysis) of failed electrical systems

Conduct electrical system modeling for unique deployment configurations

Skills, Experience, Education, and Abilities:

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

A minimum of 7 years of industrial experience with a minimum of 3 years in power electronics integration, motion control, turbomachinery or similar

Demonstrated success in hands-on setup, operation and troubleshooting of complex electrical systems

Power electronics troubleshooting experience is preferred

Hands-on familiarity with industrial communication protocols, such as Modbus and signal level instrumentation, is preferred

Experience in the design of digital, analog and power electronic circuits is a plus

Familiarity with motor controls is a plus

Ability 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 applications

Familiarity with the agency approval process (UL, CE, etc.) is a plus

Understanding of digital, analog and power electronics components and operation

Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills in complex electrical systems

Strong oral and written communication skills

Intangibles Sought:

Initiative to take ownership and drive results

Fundamental curiosity as to how things work

Drive to constantly learn new things and apply them to system development

Determination to investigate and understand root cause

Ability to both evaluate the big picture and dive into details whenever necessary

Be open to new ideas and input from others in a collegial, team environment

Strong interpersonal skills with the power of positive persuasion

Strong organizational skills

Integrity, commitment and honesty

Drive 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.