About this role
US Enhanced Personnel is seeking a dynamic and motivated Electrical/Controls Process Engineer to manage and lead the electrical/controls processes for the company’s manufacturing facilities. The role involves designing, developing, installing, and maintaining equipment used to power, monitor, and control industrial systems, along with providing technical support to facility Maintenance Departments.
Responsibilities:
- Provide technical support to facility Maintenance Departments on all electrical/electronic matters
- Direct, test and diagnose malfunctioning apparatus such as Programmable Logic Control Programs, drives, and motors
- Write and/or modify PLC programs
- Create and maintain electrical drawings and schematics
- Perform regular arc flash studies of each facility and assure that each facility has the proper documentation and labeling to maintain compliance arc flash safety requirement and with federal, state, and local regulations
- Perform regular analysis of electrical components to improve system reliability and reduce risks associated with improperly connected or overloaded circuits and devices
- Provide support for special controls, measuring devices, test equipment, and special projects including, but not limited to, component selection, controls recommendations, vendor recommendations, and installation
- Oversee project workflow and supports internal and external resources to ensure timely delivery of projects while meeting performance and budget targets
- Consult with equipment suppliers to determine appropriate equipment specifications and maintenance protocols
- Conduct research and development investigations to develop and test new equipment, processes, and procedures
- Recommend and implement proper and timely predictive/preventive maintenance on all electrical equipment
Requirements:
- This role requires extensive professional, technical, or administrative training
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical or Electronic Engineering from an ABET accredited institution
- Broad knowledge of a technical field applicable to Electronics Technology, Electrical/Electronic Engineering or Industrial Electronics including a working knowledge of Computer Aided Design (CAD), AC and DC drives, and PLC Control Logic
- Computer skills including Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office, and AutoCAD
- Minimum of 3 years' work-related experience in an industrial manufacturing environment
- Should have significant experience in the following: manufacturing Electrical Engineering or Process Controls role, knowledge of Lean Manufacturing Practices, and the ability to lead and oversee the electrical and process controls functions of a multi-facility environment
- An equivalent combination of education and work-related experience may be acceptable
- A strong background in troubleshooting foreign (Italian/German) production machinery and schematics is preferred
- Organizational experience with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Software) preferred