Join a pioneering organization with over 50 years in the industrial equipment sector, now launching a state-of-the-art production facility spreading across 800,000 square feet. This exciting opportunity is designed for a dynamic leader to oversee a new team focused on advancing electrical and automation projects within a highly automated environment. You will steer a team of engineers and supervisors, providing critical indirect guidance to our electricians, while serving as the go-to expert on all things electrical and controls in our cutting-edge location.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead complex electrical initiatives from conception to delivery, including design, budgeting, installation, documentation, and finalization.
Develop electrical and automation systems for machinery, robotic solutions, and facility infrastructure.
Oversee medium to high voltage electrical distribution to ensure smooth operations.
Act as the primary troubleshooter for production challenges related to electrical, PLC, or control issues.
Diagnose and resolve issues with motor control centers, control panels, SCADA systems, and automation equipment.
Ensure all electrical layouts are up-to-date and compliant with NEC, NFPA 70, and local food safety regulations.
Prepare and manage capital budgets, build specifications, issue RFQs, and gather necessary vendor quotes.
Requirements:
Bachelor?s Degree in Electrical Engineering or extensive experience (10+ years) in electrical project management within manufacturing as an alternative.
At least 7 years of practice in electrical engineering in industrial settings, with direct exposure to design, control, and project management.
Proficiency in design tasks including diagrams, load analysis, and detailed calculations.
Skilled in PLC tasks: wiring, programming, and troubleshooting.
Familiarity with 13.8kV service, 480V distribution lines, MCCs, and control panel configurations.
Manufacturing experience essential; exposure to sectors like food, chemical, or complex industrial operations is preferred.
Leadership experience in engineering is advantageous.
Professional Engineer (PE) license or electrical certification is a bonus, not imperative.