Job DescriptionSenior Electrical Project Engineer to lead and execute moderately complex to complex electrical and controls engineering projects across multiple manufacturing facilities.
This role is responsible for delivering capital and process improvement projects including equipment procurement and installation, facility electrical upgrades, automation implementation, and advanced electrical systems integration (PLC, HMI, servo systems, VFDs, robotics, and safety controls).
The Senior Electrical Project Engineer will play a key role in Transformation and Continuous Improvement initiatives and collaborate cross-functionally with New Product Development (NPD), Commercial, Supply Chain, Purchasing, Quality, Regulatory, EH&S, Finance, and senior leadership teams.
Key Responsibilities Project Leadership & Execution
- Vet identified needs and develop detailed project scope and objectives
- Develop and manage project budgets and schedules
- Prepare capital funding approval documentation
- Lead and support project teams through risk identification and mitigation
- Deliver projects on time, within budget, and with full functionality
- Communicate project status, metrics, and risks to stakeholders and senior leadership
Electrical & Controls Engineering
- Lead design, implementation, and troubleshooting of:
- PLC/HMI systems
- Servo drives and VFDs
- Safety control systems
- Three-phase power systems
- Hydraulic and pneumatic systems
- Ethernet and industrial networking systems
- Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards (NFPA 70, NFPA 79, ANSI B11, ISO 13849, etc.)
- Serve as a technical resource for facility-level electrical and controls troubleshooting
- Support new automation and robotics applications (programming experience highly desired)
Continuous Improvement & Collaboration
- Support corporate transformation and CI initiatives
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive operational excellence
- Mentor corporate and facility technical staff
- Ability to travel 25-50%
Required Qualifications Education
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or Electro-Mechanical Engineering
- 4-year ABET accredited degree preferred
Experience
- Minimum of 10 years of related experience
- Manufacturing background with capital project experience required
Technical Skills
- Strong knowledge of machine design and operating principles
- Strong knowledge of machine repair and troubleshooting practices
- Experience with electrical system and controls design techniques
- Proficiency in reading, writing, building, and troubleshooting machine control systems
- Proficient with:
- Rockwell / Allen-Bradley software
- Siemens (and other) PLC platforms
- HMI, servo drives, VFDs, and safety controllers
- Proficient in 2D and 3D design software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks)
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project)
- Robotics programming experience strongly preferred
Key Competencies
- Strong interpersonal communication skills
- Excellent problem-solving and organizational abilities
- Sound technical decision-making skills
- Self-motivated with strong initiative
- Hands-on leader who can work independently and in team environments
