The Project Engineering division is seeking an experienced electrical engineer with a background in managing capital and maintenance projects involving upgrading and maintaining equipment in heavy-industrial manufacturing environments. The ideal candidate will possess a self-driven attitude and have a history of both technical and strategic involvement in electrical engineering projects. 

This position is responsible for all electrical/electronic-related issues including projects, maintenance support, upgrading/maintaining facilities and equipment, as well as leading projects on their own with a focus on safety. The incoming associate will perform as a team member of various project teams where capital improvements have been identified against specific business issues and also serves as a coordinator or clearinghouse of ideas for continuous improvement techniques and implementation strategies

KEY COMPETENCIES:

• Results-driven with demonstrated ability working in a high-performance, high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Ability to execute concise and effective “mission-based” effective programming in PC/PLC, and VB/data-based (such as industrial SQL) environments
• Must have good attention to details, but be able to manage the big picture.
• Must be able to manage multiple, complex tasks and deal easily with pressure on a day-in and day-out basis.
• Critical thinker, with excellent analytical abilities.
• Solid planning, leadership, and administrative skills.
• High energy, demonstrates urgency, purpose, and fast pace.
• MUST BE AVAILABLE TO TRAVEL UP TO 75%.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering preferred
• Engineering bachelor’s degree with strong electrical curriculum also considered

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Required Skills

• Electronic component diagnostics and troubleshooting skills including PLCs, VFD Drives, DCS systems and computer related controls and programming capabilities.
• AC/DC drives and motors, and servo control experience
• PLC and PC based controls and instrumentation experience.
• Wonderware, Visual Basic, database (SQL), industrial web applications, industrial communications
• Excellent team skills - as team member and trainer and developer.
• Thorough understanding of National Electric Code (NEC).

Required Experience

• • 10-15 years of related experience, including 7-10 years of troubleshooting experience with close support of production equipment.
• 10-15 years capital project management experience.
• Technical training at various levels of the organization.

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• Electronic component diagnostics and troubleshooting skills including PLCs, VFD Drives, DCS systems and computer related controls and programming capabilities.
• AC/DC drives and motors, and servo control experience
• PLC and PC based controls and instrumentation experience.
• Wonderware, Visual Basic, database (SQL), industrial web applications, industrial communications
• Excellent team skills - as team member and trainer and developer.
• Thorough understanding of National Electric Code (NEC).