Fenner Dunlop is looking for a Diagnostics Engineer to join our Diagnostic and Support Services team in Bluefield, Virginia. This position will support our research and development programs to meet organizational needs and to capitalize on potential new products. This role aims to ensure alignment with organizational objectives and help drive continuous improvement and innovation of conveyor diagnostic processes and Bluefield Support Services while interacting with FDA customers to apply technology for value-added solutions. This position reports directly to the Senior Diagnostics Engineer.
Fenner Dunlop, a Michelin Group company, designs and manufactures the widest range of bulk material handling conveyor belts in the world. We strive to be the premier provider of the safest and most reliable conveyor belting and services to a variety of heavy industrial markets such as coal mining, hard rock mining, sand, gravel, wood handling, power generation, pulp and paper. Fenner Dunlop provides North American made belting, manufactured at our facilities located throughout the United States and Canada. For over 150 years, Fenner Dunlop has researched, designed, developed, manufactured, and tested its conveyor belting products, supporting nearly any type of conveyor application, and providing the right solutions to protect conveyor system investments in the harshest conveying environments.
What You'll Do
Primary Responsibilities:
Assist in the research and development programs to meet organizational needs and to capitalize on potential new products.
Coordinate with others to assist in design, manufacture, improvement, and testing of conveyor diagnostic products and services.
Utilize NDT and diagnostic equipment in an industrial/mining environment for analysis and comprehensive reporting.
Evaluate design proposals, specifications, manuals, and other data to evaluate the feasibility, cost, and maintenance requirements.
Prepare and maintain technical documentation of diagnostic systems to ensure conformity to standards and customer requirements.
Provide installation, commissioning, troubleshooting, and technical support of diagnostics equipment in an industrial/mining environment.
Conduct technical training on conveyor diagnostic equipment to internal personnel and end users.
Ensure that all work complies with the appropriate legislation, risk assessed, safe and cost effective.
As appropriate, solicit new business and provide sales leads to appropriate department(s).
Work safely at all times, and ensures that those around you do the same, both internally and externally, ensuring a strong safety culture throughout the workforce.
Additional Responsibilities:
Bluefield Support Services
Packaging and preparation of shipping documentation for all hazardous materials in accordance to all regulatory requirements (Air, Sea, and Ground).
Receive incoming raw materials and other supplies.
Assess inventory (raw material, packaging, factory supplies) and create purchase recommendations to SCM/others along with E9 logistics.
Production as required including manufacture of splice kits, inductive loops, and RFID to achieve targets and maintain inventory levels.
Train new and existing support personnel as required for various job requirements.
Flexibility for after-hours remote support as business needs determine and the ability to work shifts, weekends, and/or holidays.
Routinely stand, squat, and/or work in confined spaces.
Exposure to hazards
Work in varying atmospheric and physical conditions
Responsible use of company-provided vehicle, in accordance with all applicable policies.
Travel of >25% to company and conference locations located throughout North America, including overnight travel.
Professional behavior is expected during working hours, when traveling for business, while on company/customer sites and at any/all times when representing the company.
Must possess valid driver's license and passport.
Perform other duties as requested by Management.
What You'll Need
Required Education & Experience:
Bachelor's of Science degree in a relevant technical field or be evaluated for equivalence.
1 to 2 years of experience in a relevant technical field.
Additionally, candidates exhibiting the following skillset will be strongly preferred:
Bachelor's of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology
2 to 5 years in Mining, Conveyor, NDT, or Electrical Industry
AutoCad
Rockwell Software including RSLogix 5000 and Factory Talk
C# Programming
MSHA certifications
What We Offer
At Fenner Dunlop, a Michelin Group company, we care about work/life balance as well as the health and financial wellbeing of our employees and their families. So, whether you're considering family planning, trying to decide how to best care for your family, or want to make a difference through volunteerism, you're sure to find Fenner Dunlop's competitive and comprehensive employee-focused benefits package helpful.
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
Medical Travel Reimbursement for critical healthcare travel
Company Paid Life Insurance
Volunteer, Caregiver, and Bereavement Leave
Education Reimbursement
Family Planning Reimbursement
Competitive Paid Time Off & Company Holidays
Retirement Savings Plan with a dollar-for-dollar match up to 6% of your salary
Extensive Paid Parental Leave in the event of birth or adoption
Opportunities to purchase Michelin Stock at a discounted rate
Michelin Tire Rebates
Employee Assistance Program that provides health, financial, and legal counseling among other resources
Interested in more details on our comprehensive employee benefits package? Just ask!