Shift Electrical Engineer

Role Overview

• Ensure the smooth operation of Process Equipment and ancillaries in the plant in his shift
• Drive all the engineering team KPI's in his shift, ensure the optimum uptime in his shift by actively attending breakdowns
• Make a report / action plan for avoiding such failures in future
• Ensure the utilities and process Equipment are maintained in his shift by doing proper daily and periodical maintenance — Both Planned and predictive in nature
• Give inputs to engineering team and spareparts stores for planning of maintenance and spares based on the machine conditions
• Attend breakdowns independently, troubleshoot electrical faults and take corrective actions in process equipment and ancillaries to achieve target of electrical downtime and breakdowns
• Carry out scheduled and unscheduled maintenance tasks, visual maintenance, repairs, and preventive maintenance as directed by senior officials
• Follow the preventive maintenance schedule, record all readings correctly and accurately, and ensure effective utilization of tools and safety equipment
• Modify electrical / PLC Programs after approvals from immediate supervisor; read machine wiring diagrams, ladder diagrams, and perform troubleshooting and fault finding
• Inspect machine safeties and process stops on a periodic basis, carry out setup checks following maintenance work, and ensure all electrical installations are checked and corrected to company standards
• Guide engineering team and spareparts stores manager on the requirement of spares on time to avoid breakdown and minimize machine downtime
• Actively participate in company's Continuous Improvement initiatives (e.g., Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, SMED, 5S, ISO) and conduct lean manufacturing activities
• Work on Gas Fired equipment (Boiler, Ovens) and carry out safety checks, burner service, and airflow balancing
• Comply with all legal, environmental, safety, and BRC requirements and/or checks; follow and maintain organization's SOPs and safe working practices
• Maintain effective communications with seniors and fellow workmen, reporting defects, manufacturing difficulties, and ideas for improvements

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering or Industrial Electronics
• 7 to 8 years' experience in a manufacturing background with advanced Allen Bradley PLC's programming and drives programming in high speed continuous manufacturing industry
• Hands-on troubleshooting experience with electrical drawings and PLC programming; ability to distinguish between electrical and mechanical problems
• Advanced knowledge of RS-logix500 & 5000, PV1000/1500, and VFD Allen Bradley systems
• Experience with electrical equipment including motors, sensors, timers, P.I.D controllers, thermocouples, servomotors, and potentiometers
• Computer literacy with ability to generate reports and read/develop engineering drawings
• Knowledge of P.C.C, M.C.C, P.D.B, Transformers (H.T and L.T side), circuit breakers, and protection relays

Tech Stack

• Airflow

Benefits

• Equal Opportunity Employer
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion