Electronic/Instrument Engineer
Also known as: Electronics Engineer
Electronic Engineers in the minerals industry plan and implement research methodology and procedures to apply principles of electrical theory to engineering projects;
Duties
- Prepare and studies technical drawings, specifications of electrical systems, and topographical maps to ensure installation and operations conform to standards and customer requirements;
- Develops applications of controls, instruments, and systems for new commercial, domestic, and industrial uses;
- Plans layout of electric power generating plants and distribution lines and stations;
- Operates computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform engineering tasks.
- Compiles data and writes reports regarding existing and potential engineering studies and projects;
- Collects data relating to commercial and residential development, population, and power system interconnection to determine operating efficiency of electrical systems;
- Estimates labour, material, and construction costs, and prepares specifications for purchase of materials and equipment;
- Evaluates and analyses data regarding electric power systems and stations, and recommends changes to improve operating efficiency;
- Inspects completed installations and observes operations for conformance to design and equipment specifications, and operational and safety standards;
- Confers with engineers, customers, and others to discuss existing or potential engineering projects and products;
- Performs detailed calculations to compute and establish manufacturing, construction, and installation standards and specifications;
- Conducts field surveys and studies maps, graphs, diagrams, and other data to identify and correct power system problems;
- Investigates customer or public complaints, determines nature and extent of problem, and recommends remedial measures;
- Directs operations and coordinates manufacturing, construction, installation, maintenance, and testing activities to ensure compliance with specifications, codes, and customer requirements.
Skills Required
- good at technical activities
- good leadership skills
- able to identify, analyse and solve problems
- good oral and written communication skills
- enjoy computing and technical design
- practical and creative
- able to work independently
- able to accept responsibility.
Salary
$75 000 - $120 000
