BS Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited ABET University
3+ years of experience in electrical/control/programming
Experience with high-speed automated packaging machinery
Practical experience with Electrical CAD software
Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills
Responsibilities
Analyze existing electrical systems and implement cost-effective improvements
Develop, review, and modify PLC, Motion, and HMI Code
Design electrical schematics and panel layouts to meet NEC/NFPA 70, UL508 standards
Liaise with project managers and other engineers to ensure project specifications are met
Conduct diagnostics and troubleshoot equipment issues
Benefits
Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence
Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities
Benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401k with match
A career with a global packaging company focused on Sustainability, Safety, and Inclusion
Full Job Description
General Information
Job ID ATR69552
Posting Job Title Electrical Engineer
Locations GA Smyrna
Employment Type Full Time
Date Posted 13-Nov-2026
Relocation Support No
Description & Requirements
Electrical Engineer - Smyrna, GA BPSA
The Opportunity:
The Electrical Engineer will analyze existing electrical systems and make cost-effective improvements, generating electrical BOMs, creating wiring schematics, completing quality assurance, inspecting the equipment, as well as running diagnostics, and ensure projects are completed on time and to specifications. You will be working with the Beverage Packaging System (BPS) Team based in Smyrna, GA, where you will assist to develop equipment through the implementation of immerging technologies and best in class controls design practices for high-speed automated packaging equipment.
How you will impact Smurfit Westrock:
Demonstrate strong leadership abilities and organizational skills. Candidates should be passionate about engineering and able to efficiently troubleshoot systems
Developing, reviewing, updating and modifying PLC, Motion and HMI Code
Generating and Maintaining BOMs
Developing, reviewing, updating and modifying safety systems to ensure standards are met.
Design Electrical schematics and Panel layouts to meet NEC / NFPA 70, UL508 standards.
Program using IEC standards LD, IL, SFC, ST.
Research new components to keep current with new technologies.
Developing, reviewing, updating, modifying, and approving electrical schematics.
Liaising with project managers, manufacturing and other engineers to ensure projects are completed to specifications.
Establishing relationships with customer-facing organizations, vendors, suppliers, other professionals, and expanding networks.
Resolving supply chain issues by finding alternate parts when preferred components aren't available.
Analyzing existing processes and scheduling meetings to discuss improvement initiatives.
Conducting research, performing diagnostics, and troubleshooting equipment
Drive development projects by directing and influencing cross functional teams.
Machine Production and Installation Support:
Support the Technical Sales managers on platform production projects.
Respond to questions, troubleshoot, provide studies and estimates.
Provide cost effective solutions to problems affecting the customer product while maintaining the integrity of the design.
Support field service in commissioning machines.
Work with customers to integrate the machine into projects.
Give guidance to assembly teams during manufacturing process
What you will need to Succeed:
BS Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited ABET University
3+ years of experience in electrical/control/programming - Required
Experience with working with high speed, automated packaging machinery.
Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
Practical experience with Electrical CAD software.
Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills.
Excellent motivational skills and multitasking abilities.
Ability to travel both Domestic and International
Provide standard machinery controls design for solving our customer's packaging needs.
What we offer:
Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.
Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities.
An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential.
Benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k with match and more!
A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion
