Manufacturing Engineer (Electrical)

Qualifications:

• In addition to the specific responsibilities listed above, the ideal candidate will possess the following:
• Minimum Requirements
• BS degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering or a related discipline preferred; will consider candidates without a degree but commensurate experience
• 5+ years in a packaging manufacturing environment, food production or a similar industry.
• Strong technical knowledge demonstrating broad understanding of electrical power and controls design and installation
• Demonstrated experience in PLC logic programming, documentation, and troubleshooting control programs (Allen Bradley, Siemens, Modicon, etc.)
• Experience with facilities power distribution (including voltages to 600v & three phase) and control systems and subsystems
• Power transmission equipment such as gearboxes, drive trains, conveying equipment, etc.
• Proven record of delivering engineering outputs to achieve scheduled targets
• Effective communication skills are needed for this role, both verbal and written as well as the ability to interact with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Self-motivated and eager to take the initiative; with the ability to work effectively in a team setting and as an individual
• Well organized and detail oriented with good time management skills
• Strong PC skills are a must, especially using Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Committed to on-going personal development and career growth
• Preferred Requirements
• Steel and/or aluminum manufacturing environment experience would be ideal
• A certification in Six Sigma and/or Lean Manufacturing would be a plus
• Physical Requirements
• While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands, reach with hands and arms, and may be required to balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• The associate may lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus
• Working Conditions
• Will be required to perform job duties outside of the typical office setting in a plant environment as well as in an office.
• While performing the duties of this job, the associate may be exposed to moving mechanical parts and vehicular traffic.
• The associate may be exposed to a wide range of temperatures.
• The noise level is frequently loud.