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DescriptionPelletron, part of the Piovan Group, is the global leading supplier for dust removal systems for plastic processors and plastics manufacturers. Besides the plastics industry, the dedusting technology is also used in the food, mineral and recycling industries. In 2003, the company began to expand into the pneumatic conveying field and developed a new pressure conveying process, trade named pellcon3®. Pelletron has a wide range of pneumatic conveying components such as rotary valves, diverter valves and shut-off valves, specially designed for conveying of pellets and powders. The Pellbow®, a special pipe elbow, another Pelletron invention, is used in the plastics industry to prevent dust and streamers in the conveying process.Considering making an application for this job Check all the details in this job description, and then click on Apply.CulturePiovan fosters a proactive culture by focusing on our core behaviors of supporting one another's success, maintaining an open and positive attitude in our workplaces, and holding ourselves accountable. We encourage career growth by offering educational assistance, cross function training and a career development program. Piovan offers a work from home program, outstanding compensation and benefits package including profit sharing, bonus plans, 401(k) with company match, health club reimbursement, and generous PTO policy. If you are looking for a great team environment where your skills and talents are valued, join the team at Piovan!RoleThe Electrical and Instrumentation Engineer is responsible for design, specification, and application of electrical devices including control panels, motors, and instrumentation in engineering contracts. This position will report to the Director of Process & Quality Engineering and is located in Lancaster, Pennsylvania.Duties and ResponsibilitiesTake the lead in designing, sizing and selection of electrical equipment and controls systems for projects in accordance with the project specifications and budget.Produce and maintain project drawings and documents in compliance with customer specifications, includingElectrical and control schematicsP&ID drawingsControl panel and PLC I/O layoutsInstrument wiring and hookup diagramsInstrument, Motor, Load, and I/O listsInstallation, Operation, and Maintenance ManualsRecommended spare parts listsDevelop necessary control documentation and programming for projects, including PLC and HMI programs, narratives, and sequences of operation.Coordinate all electrical and instrumentation design and scope of supply requirements with relevant customer and sub-supplier/third-party vendor counterparts, and review documentation for same.Develop and maintain internal electrical and instrumentation standards; work with Pelletron, customer, and ISA data sheets.Direct and participate in controls systems FAT testing.Support Production/Assembly activities with electrical shop testing of equipment packages prior to shipment.Resolve all customer complaints related to assigned projects in a timely and cost-effective manner.Develop and create start-up and commissioning plan for customer contracts; produce required documentation.Support start-up activities at customer sites as needed.Qualifications and Work ExperienceMinimum Bachelor's degree (B.S.); and five (5) years related experience and/or training in Electrical Engineering, P&ID drawings, plant process development, and instrumentation; or equivalent combination of education and experience;Use of AutoCAD P&ID and AutoCAD Electrical or equivalent software package;Electrical/instrumentation background or experience preferred. Experience with material handling and pneumatic conveying a plus.Ability to read, interpret, and develop documents such as technical specifications, engineering reports, blueprints, office procedures, parts lists, and price book;Ability to work independently;Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written or oral form;Ability to solve practical problems, resolve conflicts, and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only a limited standardized exists;Ability to travel to vendors and customer premises;Ability to climb ladders to platforms and silos in customer plants.The Piovan Group is a family of leading brands serving the global plastics, recycling and industrial heat transfer markets. Piovan is a corporate entity which provides best-in-class manufacturing and business support services to its brands in order to create a competitive advantage for each of the brands to drive better solutions for customers.At Piovan, we focus on two things: Customers and Employees. And we have a saying that if we do right by both of them, everything else takes care of itself. We have formalized this into Piovan's Purpose: To foster excellence and inspire confidence in our customers and employees.Piovan offers an outstanding compensation and benefits package including profit sharing, bonus plans, 401(k) with company match, medical insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, health club reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance, wellness program and employee referral bonus program.Piovan Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and offers employment opportunities to all qualified persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability (except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement), veteran status, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, HIV-positive status, possession of the sickle cell trait, genetic characteristics, political views, and any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws.