We are seeking an individual to fill a key position in our estimating department.  The ideal candidate will have an analytical mindset with excellent communication skills that can be applied both internally and with our vendors.

The person selected for this position will be responsible for the following:

• Generating accurate and timely estimates for the aftermarket and equipment sales departments by obtaining quotes from vendors.
• Research past orders to obtain data on labor and materials costs.
• Build relationships with key vendors and work with internal resources to develop new vendor relations.
• Analyze inconsistency situations in actual cost vs. estimate that exceed 10 percent and provide a comprehensive report on the variance.
• Develop and update database files of standard costs for furnaces, major components and commonly used subassemblies.

Qualifications for this position are as follows:

• Must be a self-starter who can manage workflow productivity efficiently while dealing with multiple priorities.
• Have the ability to communicate with co-workers and management in a professional manner both verbally and in written formats.
• Ability to review detail and assembly drawings and understand the reasoning and importance of tolerances stated on drawings and suggest value engineering ideas when/where appropriate.
• Proven experience as an estimator (or similar position) for capital equipment is preferred
• A technical degree would be preferred but is not required.
• The ability to work in a fast-paced environment and provide quick turnaround on estimates is a necessity.

Complete Engineering designs that meet customer’s specifications and expectations in terms of Engineering hours used and materials expense. Assume full electrical responsibility for completed furnace performing correctly, on time, and if necessary, assist fixing any problems in production or testing.

Job Duties:

• Specify Electrical and Controls Engineering aspects of vacuum and controlled atmosphere furnaces that operate to 3000°C
• Analyzes equipment specifications and performance requirements to determine the lowest cost and lowest technical risk
• Analyzing equipment specifications and performance requirements and designing Electrical Engineering aspects of vacuum and controlled atmosphere furnaces
• Coordinating efforts with Mechanical Engineering, creating bills of materials, preparing design modifications if required, preparation of manuals, and analyzing and cataloging test procedure results
• Electrical equipment and controls configuration conceptualization, design layout, and programming.
• Preparation of detailed drawings and schematics
• Preparation and configuration of PLC and HMI code
• Completion of “as built” drawings, schematics, and other documentation

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and at least four (4) years related experience and/or training
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, MS Excel, VBA
• Proven experience configuring and testing PLC and HMI configurations.
• Experience with at least some of the following programs is a must: Allen Bradley: Micrologix, SLC500, Control Logix, Factory Talk View ME/SE, Kinetix & PowerFlex  Drives; GE – Proficy IFix, Mitsubishi – FX PLC’s, Specview, Honeywell – HC900, Siemens – S7 PLC and Yokogawa and Eurotherm instruments
• Familiarity with NFPA 70 (NEC), NFPA79, UL 508A, desired with NFPA 86 a plus
• Controls trouble shooting skills
• Ability to manage productively and efficiently your own time in dealing with multiple priorities
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with Manufacturing, Field Service and customers.
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or comments from customers
• Ability to effectively present information during design reviews
• Vacuum furnace or vacuum experience preferred

We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package.  All individuals interested in this opportunity should apply by sending their résumé and salary requirements to [email protected]

We are seeking an individual to fill a key position in our estimating department.  The ideal candidate will have an analytical mindset with excellent communication skills that can be applied both internally and with our vendors.

The person selected for this position will be responsible for the following:

• Generating accurate and timely estimates for the aftermarket and equipment sales departments by obtaining quotes from vendors.
• Research past orders to obtain data on labor and materials costs.
• Build relationships with key vendors and work with internal resources to develop new vendor relations.
• Analyze inconsistency situations in actual cost vs. estimate that exceed 10 percent and provide a comprehensive report on the variance.
• Develop and update database files of standard costs for furnaces, major components and commonly used subassemblies.

Qualifications for this position are as follows:

• Must be a self-starter who can manage workflow productivity efficiently while dealing with multiple priorities.
• Have the ability to communicate with co-workers and management in a professional manner both verbally and in written formats.
• Ability to review detail and assembly drawings and understand the reasoning and importance of tolerances stated on drawings and suggest value engineering ideas when/where appropriate.
• Proven experience as an estimator (or similar position) for capital equipment is preferred
• A technical degree would be preferred but is not required.
• The ability to work in a fast-paced environment and provide quick turnaround on estimates is a necessity.

Centorr Vacuum Industries LLC is a technical leader in the design of high temperature vacuum and controlled atmosphere furnaces.  Our web site, www.centorr.com, describes our product offerings in detail.  We are seeking an individual to fill our Field Service Technician position based out of our Nashua, NH facility.

Job Responsibilities:

• Plan and coordinate activities for the testing and installation of vacuum furnaces
• Diagnose and resolve customer technical issues
• Provide customer training both on site in Nashua and at customer facility
• Prepare field service reports with technical detail on equipment after each customer visit
• Communicate in a professional manner with customers in person and in writing
• Promote sales and service on company equipment

Qualifications:

• 1-5 years minimum experience in any of the following:  electrical/mechanical technician, pipe fitting or electrical journeyman or a combination of work experience and the successful completion vocational school
• Ability to travel extensively, approximately 70% is required
• Experience with Commercial HVAC/Refrigeration systems and components is a plus
• Electro-mechanical troubleshooting skills a must.
• PLC controls knowledge highly preferred
• Strong written and verbal communications skills
• Ability to read electrical schematics
• Proficient with Microsoft applications

Training on all our equipment will be provided to the individual selected for this position.  We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package.  All individuals interested in this opportunity should apply by sending their résumé and salary requirements to [email protected]

Centorr Vacuum Industries LLC is a technical leader in the design and manufacture of high temperature vacuum and controlled atmosphere furnaces. To address the growing worldwide demand for their equipment CVI is seeking to expand its sales team by adding an additional Market Manager. Our website, www.centorr.com, describes our product offerings in detail. This position is based in our Nashua, New Hampshire facility.  Centorr Vacuum Industries offers an excellent compensation and benefits package.

Job Responsibilities:

• Present to potential customers CVI's equipment that accurately meets their thermal processing requirements.
• Communicate successfully with customers to address technical and financial issues with the objective of CVI being selected as their equipment supplier.
• Identify and communicate new product opportunities.
• During the equipment build cycle be the point of contact for the customer.
• Participate in planning CVI's advertising and promotion activities.

Qualifications:

• 2 years minimum experience in selling capital equipment.
• Ability to domestically and internationally travel (approximately six trips per year).
• Technical training (a degree in engineering is ideal).
• Strong written and verbal communications skills.
• Knowledge of vacuum furnace technology is a plus but not a requirement. 

All individuals interested in this opportunity should apply by sending their resume and salary requirements to [email protected].

Centorr Vacuum Industries LLC is a technical leader in the design and manufacture of high temperature vacuum and controlled atmosphere furnaces. To address the growing worldwide demand for their equipment CVI is seeking to expand its sales team by adding an additional Market Manager. Our website, www.centorr.com, describes our product offerings in detail. This position is based in our Nashua, New Hampshire facility.  Centorr Vacuum Industries offers an excellent compensation and benefits package.

Job Responsibilities:

• Present to potential customers CVI's equipment that accurately meets their thermal processing requirements.
• Communicate successfully with customers to address technical and financial issues with the objective of CVI being selected as their equipment supplier.
• Identify and communicate new product opportunities.
• During the equipment build cycle be the point of contact for the customer.
• Participate in planning CVI's advertising and promotion activities.

Qualifications:

• 2 years minimum experience in selling capital equipment.
• Ability to domestically and internationally travel (approximately six trips per year).
• Technical training (a degree in engineering is ideal).
• Strong written and verbal communications skills.
• Knowledge of vacuum furnace technology is a plus but not a requirement. 

All individuals interested in this opportunity should apply by sending their resume and salary requirements to [email protected].