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 Doble USA

Since it was founded in Boston, Massachusetts in 1920, Doble Engineering has served the electric power industry by providing diagnostic instruments, services and, above all, knowledge. The company maintains the Doble Knowledgebase – the epicenter of industry research and the world’s most extensive resource library of apparatus test results and knowledge.

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Doble Career Opportunities in North America:

Administrative_Assistant (Watertown MA)

Apparatus_Engineer (Massachusetts)

Business_Writer (Watertown MA)

Client Service Field Engineer (Morrisville, NC, Watertown, MA, or Folsom, CA)

Customer_Service_Supervisor (Watertown MA)

GPS_Engineer_for_EMI (US offices)

Graphic_Designer (Watertown MA)

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GPS Engineer for EMI, PD, and other Electrical Tests

Location: Doble US offices or home office

Department: GPS
Position Reports to (job title): VP of Consulting and Testing Services
Work Schedule: M-F 40-50 hrs. Some weekend Travel up to 50-70% domestic and international
JOB SUMMARY: GPS Engineer for EMI, PD, and other Electrical Tests

Testing for electric power industry including: utilities, generation plants, and industrial plants. Field testing of electric apparatus such as generators, motors, isophase bus, transformers, circuit breakers, cables, and accessories. Application of diagnostics for condition assessment. Knowledge of apparatus, equipment, and test methods needed to write professional reports for customers.

Essential Job Functions

1.
a. Field testing of electric apparatus including transformers, generators, motors, bushings, circuit breakers
b. Write technical reports, review data and write professional reports
c. Knowledgeable about substation, power plants or industrial power systems

2.
a. Must be able to work in substation and plant environment
b. Lift at least 50 pounds
c. Knowledgeable about electric apparatus

3.
a. Expertise in any of these areas are advantageous: power factor and capacitance, SFRA, PD, EMI, resistance
b. Customer focused
c. Good at diagnostics

4.
a. Computer literate – Microsoft office, etc.
b. Energy, commitment and teamwork
c. Must be able to communicate and express ideas clearly in both written and verbal communications

5.
a. Must be organized with the ability to work independently
b. Follow Doble and customer safety practices
c. Behave in a professional manner under difficult conditions
d. Must possess strong services orientation and positive attitude.

Decision-making Latitude

This position does not have management responsibilities. They are responsible for making professional reports for the customer with overview by their center of excellence. They need to work independently but utilize the team environment.

Qualifications

A. EDUCATION: Level of Education Area of Study

Bachelor’s Degree Engineering / Physics Electrical/electronics Chem E
 

May additional equivalent experience above the required minimum substitute for the checked level of education?

Yes, Relevant testing of power apparatus or apparatus experience

B. EXPERIENCE
MUST HAVE:
• Minimum of 5 years total experience required
• Degree or experience in electrical engineering
• Computer literate including Microsoft office
• Customer focus
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to proactively communicate status & issues.
• Project management skills and ability to meet critical deadlines while managing multiple priorities
• Must thrive in a deadline-driven, fast-paced team environment
• Excellent written and oral communications skills

May additional equivalent education above the required minimum substitute for the checked level of experience?

Yes, Relevant testing of power apparatus or apparatus experience

C. OTHER HELPFUL EDUCATION OR EXPERIENCE-State other desired, but not required, education or experience.
1. Military or industrial RF or Microwave communications experience
2. Radio amateur’s license
3. Experience with testing or maintenance of high voltage electrical systems in power plants or heavy industry
4. Experience with onshore and offshore petrochemical high voltage electrical systems

APPLY TO: https://home.eease.adp.com/recruit/?id=567459
 

Apparatus Engineer

Watertown, MA

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the ARMS Solution Manager, the Engineer will provide analytical/technical development and customer support for all ARMS substation apparatus business rules.

Essential Job Functions

• Interpretation of substation apparatus maintenance data
• Interpretation of substation apparatus operational data
• Interpretation of substation apparatus abnormal performance data
• Development of substation apparatus diagnostic rules
• Development of substation apparatus corrective maintenance rules
• Develop diagnostic rules for IED operational performance

Qualifications

A. EDUCATION

BS Power Engineering or Mathematics, Masters level preferred, PE preferred, MBA preferred

B. EXPERIENCE

MUST HAVE:
• Ten years of relevant analyst experience with electric utility industry desired
• Experience in the, operation, maintenance and technical application of substation apparatus, includes testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office products and DTA, TRX, TOA, CMMS is required
• Proven ability to work as part of a team
• Proven problem solving and analytical skills capabilities
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously

IDEAL CANDIDATE HAS THE FOLLOW ABILITIES:
• Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills with the ability to solve complex problems
• Demonstrated excellent organizational and planning skills with the proven ability to manage multiple priorities and complex projects of significant scope
• Ability to research, compile, coordinate, schedule, review, document, organize, verify data and conduct independent complex analysis, and identify inconsistencies
• Understanding of testing methods and ability to analysis off-line diagnostic test of substation apparatus
• Proficient use of standard electrical test equipment and methods to troubleshoot and commission electrical equipment in substations. Types of equipment including but are not limited to protective relaying and control schemes, power transformers, distribution and EHV breakers, and mobile substations.
• Ability to produce technical reports, analyses, documentation and presentations.
• Knowledge of utility system practices
• Knowledge of engineering economics
• Knowledge of NEC, IEEE, ANSI, NESC, SATM, ISO, EPA, ASTM, ASME
• Knowledge of asset management, substation apparatus maintenance philosophy, RCM/Six sigma philosophy and protection operation
• Knowledge of 3-phase power system theory/operation both static and dynamic
• Knowledge of operation and maintenance of substation apparatus including: oil and SF6 equipment, power transformers, load tap changers, potential and current transformer, MV, HV, and EHV power circuit breakers, metal clad switchgear, circuit switchers, disconnect and air break switches, synchronous condensers, series and shunt capacitors, reactors, AC and DC controls, and batteries
• Knowledge of hydraulic/pneumatic systems
• Knowledge of material science
• 30% Travel required

APPLY TO: https://home.eease.adp.com/recruit/?id=567731 

Graphic Designer

Watertown MA

JOB SUMMARY:

The position will be the primary leader in the creation of print and of digital media for marketing. The primary role will involve the development of finished media projects, maintenance of both the external and internal websites including the client knowledge portal, maintaining the core Doble brand messaging and providing input on leading edge multimedia hardware and software.

Essential Job Functions

1. Creates Doble’s visual graphics including print and digital advertisements, tradeshow graphics, video content, templates for HTML messages, template of company materials , etc.
2. Maintains and updates Doble corporate web site including the customer portal and the internal iDoble website, collaborating with colleagues and outside web team
3. Works with product managers to create/update all Doble marketing materials.
4. Organizes and maintains resource library of Doble publications, photos, video footage, logos and images – both electronic and hard copy. Provides files to internal clients as needed.
5. Maintains and updates Doble design standards and guidelines
6. Consults and advises staff on the use of multimedia tools
7. Work with leadership to help develop multimedia objectives
8. Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

A. EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s Degree Graphic Design – Print and Digital

May additional equivalent experience above the required minimum substitute for the checked level of education? Yes

B. EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
1. At least 2 years experience with exposure to digital media manipulation
2. Solid knowledge of Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, Dreamweaver, Final Cut Pro, DVD Studio, multi-track audio recording and editing software such as Audition or Soundtrack Pro in addition to familiarity with consumer level applications like iMovie, MovieMaker and Photostory.
3. Comfortable with working in online programs and tools such as iContact, Keysurvey, WordPress, and internally built web CMS.
4. Familiarity with narrative and illustrative conventions and techniques. Ability to consult and provide compositional guidance to staff on media projects.
5. Strong photography, videography skills
6. Ability to plan, schedule, and organize complex productions and meet deadlines.
7. Very strong interpersonal communication skills. Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical personnel.
8. Must also demonstrate experience working in a team-oriented environment.
9. Experience with both PCs and Macs.

D. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES - Describe specific minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this position. Also, list any special courses, certifications, or physical requirements that are necessary. This is especially critical for screening candidates.

To Apply: https://home.eease.adp.com/recruit/?id=1106141 
Also, to be considered, candidates must submit samples of work including print and digital graphics, videos, templates, etc. to Hr@doble.com 
 

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Business Writer

Watertown MA

JOB SUMMARY:

The Business Writer will be the primary writer for all business related marketing materials for Doble including, but not limited to, white papers, case studies, testimonials, abstract submissions, editorials, technical news articles and online copy. The primary role will involve the development of finished written marketing materials and the maintenance of those materials as directed by marketing and executive leadership.

Essential Job Functions

• Serves as lead business writer to clearly communicate Doble’s vision, direction and strategy.
• Writes white papers, case studies, abstract submission, editorials and technical news articles with direction from Corporate Media Strategist.
• Writes online content for Doble corporate website, e-newsletter (Doble Exchange), and internal company website (iDoble).
• Maintains the client testimonials library to use in future marketing materials.
• Coordinates abstracts submission calendar and deadlines with direction from the Corporate Media Strategist and Manager, Global Events.
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• Works with Corporate Media Strategist to support all Doble departments with their written content requirements.
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• Works with leadership to ensure business objectives are being addressed in marketing content.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

A. EDUCATION:  Bachelor’s Degree Journalism/Communications

May additional equivalent experience above the required minimum substitute for the checked level of education? Yes

B. EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s Degree in journalism/communications related discipline or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• At least 5 years exposure in business writing. A strong background in the energy field is preferred.
• Very strong writing skills with comfort in complex topics that are both business and technology centric.
• Solid background in Microsoft products. .
• Ability to consult and provide guidance to staff on writing projects.
• Able to interview both internal Doble staff and external clients to create a cohesive story.
• Ability to work closely with various members of Doble leadership in concept and project development to meet their needs.
• Ability to plan and schedule projects, organize and engage with teams, and meet deadlines.
• Very strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Must also demonstrate experience working in a team-oriented environment.
• Experience with PCs and Microsoft Office a must.

C. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES - The Business Writer will have strong communication skills, be comfortable interviewing colleagues and excel at turning technical information into more relatable forms for less-technical audiences.

To Apply: https://home.eease.adp.com/recruit/?id=1106111 
Please note:  To be considered, candidates must submit a variety of writing samples for different mediums (e.g., articles, marketing copy, online content, white papers, script, etc.) to Hr@doble.com  in addition to applying at the link above.

Customer Service Supervisor

Watertown, MA

JOB STATEMENT

Supervisor of Watertown service facility, responsible for daily supervision of Customer Service Technicians and Manufacturing support staff. Ensure that fulfillment of all customer service requirements regarding on time delivery, warranty logistics, customer repairs, leased equipment, and that day to day support operations are consistently managed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provide service support for all domestic and international inquiries associated with Doble Products.
• Qualify instrument hardware or software problems reported by customers, service technicians, and sales representatives that have escalated beyond normal support levels. Interface with Design Engineering, Manufacturing, Sales, and Applications Engineering service to ensure a complete evaluation of the customer’s issues.
• Assist in determining design and/or manufacturing process changes as appropriate, and ensure rapid communications to the customer with a final resolution.
• Assist the Customer Service Manager in the implementation of technical support strategies and methodology for Doble USA and foreign service centers.
• Generate blanket service contracts for repair, calibration services, and spare parts. Provide customization of support programs for overseas customers and nuclear power generation facilities, as required.
• Assist in the management of all module and spare part service inventories for all products.
• Assist in the management support of repair spare parts order processing for all products sold.
• Provide support in the administration of instrument upgrade programs, including hardware and firmware upgrades.
• Provide support for the coordination of engineering change implementation.
• Provide support to the Customer Service Manager regarding departmental budgetary analysis and planning.

JOB SPECIFICATION
• Associate degree or comparable experience with 5 or more years working as a manager or supervisor in the electronics industry in a medium to high volume manufacturing environment.
• Strong analog and digital circuit skills.
• Possess a good understanding of current software tools.
• Knowledge of test equipment and current test techniques.
• Possess good leadership, communication, written, oral and verbal skills.
• Experience or ability to manage and direct the work of others.
• Experience working in an ISO 9001:2008 environment is preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
While performing the duties of this job the employee is often required to stand for extended periods of time, bend, sit, walk, utilize oral and written communication to interact with co-workers, perform manual tasks which require arm strength and dexterity.

Ability to lift test equipment up to 60 pounds.

The position involves the use of computers, reading, and writing, use of fax machines, use of copy machines, and use of telephones.

 
TO APPLY:

https://home.eease.adp.com/recruit/?id=1157781 

Administrative Assistant

Watertown, MA

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
• Arrange travel logistics, domestic and international, for the company President
• Greet visitors and answer phones in a professional and friendly manner
• Maintain daily calendar for the President and confirm appointments as needed
• Coordinate meetings including booking and set-up of meeting space and presentation of materials
• Draft, edit, format, and proofread documents, letters, and various correspondence
• Compile data and format various reports
• Manage projects as assigned and performing other administrative duties as needed
 

EXPERIENCE

• An associate’s degree or equivalent work experience, preferably 2 years
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications 2003, 2007 or newer. Position requires use of Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook calendar
• Experience with WebEx, conference calls, or tele-presence a plus
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and work independently
• Successful candidate will be a proactive individual with organization and attention to detail
• Strong written and oral communication skills are very important
• Professional appearance and demeanor are essential

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
While performing the duties of this job the employee is often required to sit, use computers, read, write, type, use fax machines, use copy machines, file paperwork, use telephones and utilize written and oral communication to interact with clients and co-workers.