Electrical Engineer

Summary: The Electrical Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, programming, troubleshooting, and maintaining automation and electrical control systems throughout the plant. This role manages control-related engineering projects to improve production efficiency, system reliability, and overall operational safety.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design, program, and integrate PLC, HMI, and SCADA control systems to meet production specifications and automation goals.
• Troubleshoot complex automation, control, and electrical system issues alongside electricians and maintenance staff to minimize machine downtime.
• Recommend, plan, and execute process automation and control upgrade projects, including cost estimation and budgeting.
• Produce, update, and maintain electrical schematic diagrams, control panel layouts, and system documentation using AutoCAD.
• Oversee and coordinate the efforts of electrical, instrumentation, and controls contractors completing projects throughout the plant.
• Work with vendors and contractors to ensure automation projects are completed within specifications, on time, and within budget.
• Collaborate with mechanical and process engineers to optimize manufacturing efficiency, material transfer systems, and plant layout.
• Ensure all control panel designs and field installations comply with industry standards, electrical codes, and company food safety policies.
• Complete special projects assigned by the Electrical Engineering Supervisor or Maintenance and Engineering Manager.
• Develop and execute long-term upgrade plans for legacy control systems and panels to modernize plant operations.
• Support and educate the maintenance team.