Responsibilities:

• Perform set-up and test of electronic components, boards, assemblies and subsystems
• Maintain complete and accurate records of test results
• Provide recommendations to improve set-up and test procedures
• Perform evaluation, troubleshooting, repair and test of returns
• Work expeditiously with engineering to resolve troubleshooting or repair issues
• Assess, adjust, and communicate priorities as required by customer, workload, etc.
• Assist in coordinating the activities of other technicians

Qualifications:

• Associates Degree+/ or Advanced Technical education in electronics technology
• Able to use a variety of test equipment and tools including oscilloscopes, meters, and soldering iron
• Fine pitch soldering skills
• Solid communication skills
• Procedure and process oriented
• Able to work in a team environment
• Driven to succeed and grow within the company
• Safety conscious at all times
• US Citizenship required

  Experience with working in a high voltage environment a Plus

Job Description:

Our Software Engineers will initially target software for embedded devices including but not limited to motor drives and controls.  Engineers will ideally have embedded TI DSP software design and communication protocol development experience.  Your aim is to architect and develop efficient, real time code, producing high-quality, portable software product at the lowest cost and in the shortest time.  You will function within a highly talented specialized team environment and coordinate with others to accomplish the project tasks.  These positions reports to the Director of Engineering and work very closely with a small but growing multidisciplinary design team.

Primary job activities include:

• Capture customer requirements and translate into software specifications, schedules and test plans
• Participate in product functionality discussions including feature analysis and system design tradeoffs
• Design, modify, develop and test real time code for motor drives and controls
• Provide communication and technical support to project team members
• Develop applications used in production test support
• Development of new “clean sheet” products as well as support of existing features and add-ons

Minimum requirements:

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Robotics Engineering, Electro Physics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or proven equivalent experience as a Software Engineer in a high technology company
• Experience in software design of real time embedded systems using C/C++
• Experience developing embedded code for motor drives and controls
• Communication protocol development in at least one of the following: CAN, Modbus, Profibus, Ethernet
• Disciplined and iterative software development process experience
• Modular and/or Object Oriented design practices
• Ability to write requirements, specifications, test plans/reports and software users’ manual
• Innovative problem solver willing to search for creative solutions
• Strong commitment to software quality
• Estimated 10% travel required
• U.S. citizenship required

Desirable experience:

• TI DSP software development for motor drives and controls
• Test Driven Development (TDD)
• Feature Driven Development (FDD)
• Formal SQA methods and practices
• TI Code Composer Studio (toolset)
• Bugzilla (defect tracking)
• Subversion (source code control)
• Labview proficiency

Job Description:

The Senior Software Engineer will initially target software for embedded devices including but not limited to motor drives and controls.  The engineer will ideally have embedded TI DSP software design and communication protocol development experience.  Your aim is to architect and develop efficient, real time code, producing high-quality, portable software product at the lowest cost and in the shortest time.  A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.  You will function within a highly talented specialized team environment with limited supervision and coordinate with others to accomplish the project tasks.  This position works very closely with a small but growing multidisciplinary design team located in Marlborough, MA.  Reports to the Director of Engineering.

Your primary job activities include:

• Capture customer requirements and translate into software specifications and schedules
• Participate in product functionality discussions including feature analysis and system design tradeoffs
• Design, modify, develop, write and implement embedded, real time code for motor drives and controls
• Team leader providing communication and technical support to project team members, coordinating work effort and driving schedules across multiple projects
• Provide consultation on complex projects and contribute as top level specialist
• Establish and maintain technical oversight of the software engineering personnel
• Development of new “clean sheet” products as well as support of existing features and add-ons

Minimum requirements:

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Electro Physics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or proven equivalent experience as a Software Engineer in a high technology company
• 8-10 years experience in software design of real time embedded systems using C/C++
• 4 years experience developing embedded code for motor drives and controls
• Communication protocol development in at least one of the following: CAN, Modbus, Profibus, Ethernet
• Disciplined and iterative software development process experience
• Modular and/or Object Oriented design practices
• Ability to write requirements, specifications, test plans/reports and software users’ manual
• Innovative problem solver willing to search for creative solutions
• Strong commitment to software quality
• Estimated 10% travel required
• U.S. citizenship required

Desirable experience:

• Master of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering
• TI DSP software development for motor drives and controls
• Test Driven Development (TDD)
• Feature Driven Development (FDD)
• Formal SQA methods and practices
• TI Code Composer Studio (toolset)
• Bugzilla (defect tracking)
• Subversion (source code control)

This key individual will assume responsibility for sourcing, production planning, shipping/receiving, inventory management, and logistics. The Senior Materials Manager will develop the systems, practices and personnel to support rapid growth involving both production ramp-up and new product development. Supplier base development is also a key responsibility.

We have an established presence in the defense, marine, alternative energy, and oil drilling markets. Our ability to compete in the global market requires extraordinary technology, talented employees, and a relentless pursuit of continuous improvement aimed at operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and direct activities of direct reports which may include sourcing manager, production planners, new product planners, buyers, shipper/receivers and warehouse personnel.
• Develop a capable supplier base matched to the requirements of current and future products in quality, capacity, cost and delivery.
• Implement effective planning processes both for current production and for future growth, including improved use of existing MRP system.
• Manage the production schedule to meet customer requirements for new and repaired products while maximizing use of production capacity
• Manage material inventory to support production while maximizing turns and minimizing costs. Ensure safe practices in material handling; make employee safety a prime concern.
• Monitor WIP inventory. Work with production management to maximize delivery to customer requirements and optimize internal through-put.
• Implement Lean Manufacturing mindset, practices and tools to maximize customer satisfaction and CPI profitability.
• Actively involve Materials in new product design, including early material planning and key supplier involvement to optimize design for quality, cost and time-to-market.
• Directly support the achievement of ISO-9000 registration.
• Participate in planning and transition to a new facility.

Position Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree; advanced degree a plus.
• Ten plus years’ experience in materials management in a Lean manufacturing environment. ISO9000 experience and implementation is a plus.
• Experience in a manufacturing start-up, with new product development and rapid growth.
• Experience in supply chain development, particularly metalworking and electronics.
• Experience with industrial power equipment, electric motors, drives, and controls or other electro mechanical products,is a plus.
• Strong leadership and communication skills are a must.
• Big picture perspective and a hands-on style are critical to success in this position.
• U.S. Citizenship Required

Read about GreenRig™ by Comprehensive Power.

TidGen Tidal Power System | Photo by ORPC

Comprehensive Power wants to salute our partner Ocean Renewable Power Company (ORPC) on reaching a historic milestone for their company, and for the renewable energy industry. Please join us in congratulating them. We are happy to share their invitation to the upcoming celebration on July 24th.

Ocean Renewable Power Company cordially invites you to a dedication ceremony for the Cobscook Bay Tidal Energy Project, the first commercial, grid-connected ocean energy project in the U.S. This historic moment for our country’s ocean energy industry and important milestone for the industry worldwide is made possible with the strong support of the U.S. Department of Energy and the Maine Technology Institute. Please join us to celebrate the occasion in Eastport, Maine, home of ORPC’s Eastport-Lubec Operations Center and North America’s most abundant tidal resources.

Time and location:
Tuesday, July 24, 2012
Morrison Landing
14 Deep Cove Road
Eastport, Maine Program
11:00 a.m

Formal remarks will be at 12:00 p.m. Viewing of ORPC’s TidGen™ Turbine Generator Unit RSVP, if possible, to Susy Kist at skist@orpc.co or (207) 221-6249 or just plan to join us!

Reports To: CEO

Position Summary:

As a member of senior management, coach and assist all Comprehensive Power employees to achieve the highest level of quality in all their transactions.  Develop, implement and manage quality control systems designed to ensure continuous improvement of processes and products at CPI and is responsible for quality planning and execution in all phases of product design, sourcing, manufacturing, field support, and repairs.

Responsibilities/Duties:

• Coach and assist company employees in achieving the highest level of quality in all their transactions with both internal and external customers.
• Investigate, report on and work with employees to address and correct customer issues and complaints relating to quality.
• Supervise workers engaged in inspection and testing activities to ensure high quality, productivity and high technical integrity.
• Develop and analyze statistical data and product specifications to determine standards and to establish quality and reliability expectancy of finished products.
• Provide tools and technical and statistical expertise to employees to assist in the measurement and improvement of quality.
• Work with teams to help formulate, document and maintain quality control standards and on-going quality control objectives.
• Be outward facing representative of the company for discussions and plans with customers, prospects and suppliers about Quality at CPI
• Create, document and implement inspection criteria and procedures.
• Be cheerleader and advocate for quality control philosophy to all personnel within Company.
• Provide, and oversee, inspection activity for product throughout production cycle.
• Apply total quality management tools and approaches to analytical and reporting processes.
•  Interact with suppliers to ensure quality of all purchased parts, chair Material Review Board for non-conforming materials.
• Coordinate corrective action reporting and follow-up within company.
• Design, develop and implement quality control training programs.
• Support Lean Manufacturing mindset, practices and tools to maximize both quality and continuous Improvement.
• Directly support the achievement of ISO-9000 registration and other regulatory compliance.  Be the Quality Representative for ISO system as required.

Education/Experience Desired:

• B.S. degree in Engineering desired.
• Minimum 7 years related experience required.
• Supervisory/management experience.
• Kaizen and Lean Manufacturing techniques.
• Experience with developing/documenting procedures.
• Use of Quality Engineering methods in inspection.
• Computer proficiency.
• Experience in supply chain development, particularly metalworking and electronics.
• Experience with industrial power equipment, electric motors, drives, and controls or      other electro mechanical products, is a plus.
• Strong leadership and communication skills are a must.
• Big picture perspective and a hands-on style are critical to success in this position.
• U.S. Citizenship Required

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

• Quality orientation and high attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience working with high performance teams.
• Problem analysis and problem resolution skills.

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Responsibilities:

• Perform set-up and test of electronic components, boards, assemblies and subsystems
• Maintain complete and accurate records of test results
• Provide recommendations to improve set-up and test procedures
• Perform evaluation, strong troubleshooting, repair and test of returns
• Work expeditiously with engineering to resolve troubleshooting or repair issues
• Assess, adjust, and communicate priorities as required by customer, workload, etc.
• Assist in coordinating the activities of other technicians

Qualifications:

• Associates Degree+/ or Advanced Technical education in electronics technology
• 5+ years’ experience in the electronics field with component, board, product and system test experience
• Able to use a variety of test equipment and tools including oscilloscopes, meters, and soldering irons
• Fine pitch soldering skills to IPC A 610 and J-STD-001 Class 3 standards
• Knowledge and experience in ESD and FOD prevention
• Solid communication skills
• Procedure and process oriented
• Able to work in a team environment
• Driven to succeed and grow within the company
• Safety conscious at all times
• US Citizenship requiredExperience with working in a high voltage environment a plus