Pilot Systems Electrical Specialist

Pilot Systems Electrical Specialist

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You will be a part of the leading brand in the mining industry and we want to be even better. We also know we can only drive success and excellence with competent, passionate and thriving employees.

Joining a team of more than 11,700 people working across 60+ countries, you will be part of an agile network of talented and ambitious people.

In fact, we count on you to engage, connect and collaborate with colleagues working on mineral processing projects all over the world.

Seize the opportunity to learn, create and develop your potential with us.

The Minerals Testing & Research Center provides technical expertise throughout all phases of the R&D project lifecycle for equipment and process development as well as support flowsheet design and optimization to mineral processing concentrators globally.

Our world renowned laboratory is used by a team of metallurgical and chemical engineers, chemists, mineralogists, and technicians to discover solutions for our customers.

By joining the team, you will have the chance to work and find sustainable solutions for diverse and challenging problems in the mining industry.

Your responsibilities

• Acts as primary technical resource for external clients.
• Read and interpret electrical blue prints, diagrams and equipment installation instructions.
• Planning, designing and performing the installation of complete electrical systems within project parameters.
• Program and troubleshoot VFDs and electrical systems
• PLC wiring.
• Inspect equipment for proper erection and installation using manuals / drawings as guides. Provide engineering with feedback and / or recommendations as to current problems note utilizing appropriate communication means.
• Operate equipment to ensure proper function and field test for fit and operational values. Note discrepancies and coordinate corrective action through Project Managers, Sales & Engineers.
• Train operating and maintenance personnel at job site.
• Make corrective recommendations on equipment failures and / or personally repair equipment as needed with project manager approval.
• Inspect equipment and recommend parts, repair or replacement, oversee field refurbishment of equipment under warrantable conditions.
• Provide written documentation of all activities including all measurements that define inspection and tests. Note and correct any deviations and ensure that specifications are met as required.
• Supervise and assist Contractors with installing, erecting, repairing, and / or rebuilding equipment.
• Assists MTRC groups with equipment designs to meet project objectives
• Assists with the mechanical and / or electrical repairs, maintenances, and fabrication of rental equipment.
• Expected to practice and champion safety efforts at the MTRC, including maintaining equipment inspections, personnel training and qualification of operators for designated equipment.
• Environment
• Office Atmosphere : Salt Lake Citys Minerals Testing & Research Center - 20%.
• Shop Floor / Lab Atmosphere : Salt Lake Citys Minerals Testing & Research Center - 40%
• Shop Floor / Lab Atmosphere : Client sites - 40%
• What you bring
• Licensed journeyman or master electrician.
• Industrial experience.
• Must have equipment knowledge and be able to work with Product Line Management, engineering, and automation to troubleshoot and repair.
• Must be able to read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings and code requirements and communicate to others.
• Strong customer service orientation
• Ability to work in a team-oriented, collaborative environment of system users What we offer

Paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, vision and 401(k), Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Basic Life and Supplemental Life benefits and future growth opportunities within the company .

FLSmidth is the leading supplier of engineering, equipment and service solutions to customers in the mining and cement industries for more information please visit

FLSmidth is the leading supplier of engineering, equipment and service solutions to customers in the mining and cement industries.

Being close to 10,700 employees across more than 60 countries, we combine unique process knowledge on projects, products and services to meet our customers need for innovation, digitalization and sustainable productivity.