Electrical Engineer - Shift Premium

ZipRecruiter; Dover; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer of aero engines seeks an Electrical Engineer responsible for plant maintenance and project planning. The ideal candidate will enhance operational efficiency through effective troubleshooting and strategic planning, contributing to a culture of safety and continuous improvement within a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

Exceptional insurance coverage

401k matching program

Free fitness center membership

Qualifications

• 3 years related experience required.
• Knowledge of 460VAC, 120VAC, 24VDC systems.
• Knowledge of PLCs and drives.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes engineering proposals and machinery design requirements.
• Tests newly installed machines and equipment.
• Coordinates electrical system projects.

Skills

Knowledge of electrical control systems

Strong interpersonal skills

Education

B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ProWORX 32

RSLogix

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionOur client, a leading manufacturer of aero engines and industrial gas turbine components, is a globally recognized public company with a remarkable 75-year history of growth and innovation. Renowned in the aerospace industry, it offers an exceptional company culture that fosters development and provides diverse opportunities. Forbes has honored it as one of the World's Best Employers, highlighting its commitment to excellence and inclusivity.

Why consider joining our client?

• Publicly traded company on a path of continuous growth and recognized by Forbes as a top global employer
• Exceptional insurance coverage and 401k matching program, effective upon hire.
• Employer contribution to your Retirement Savings Plan account each pay period
• Vibrant company culture and collaborative team environment
• Access to excellent training programs for professional development
• Free fitness center membership

Summary:

Responsible for plant equipment and building maintenance as well as project planning and implementation, plant equipment layouts, and troubleshooting equipment problems for assigned plants within one or more facilities.

• Systems thinker--sees the business and its operation holistically; understands actions and reactions; considers multiple pathways of potential effect before decisions; thinks strategically about interventions with an eye toward scale
  
• Optimizer--constantly challenging the organization to work smarter; supports others to ensure they have what they need to do their work successfully
  
• Anticipation--looks ahead to minimize potential issues and maximize advantages; prepares others for what comes next
  
• Operational accelerator--drives continuous improvement; understands ramifications of automation and other advances; advocates for safety, ergonomics, and scalable solutions
  
• Organization and structure--works within existing structures while striving to improve and standardize them; provides accurate information; galvanizes others toward common goals
  
• Influence--leverages knowledge, relationship, data, and perspective to persuade, educate, and navigate; gains buy-in and adoption of ideas and practices at scale; interacts with a variety of stakeholders
  
• Data-informed--focused on things that drive quantifiable business outcomes; evaluates based on quantitative feedback; knows and explains the “why” behind actions
  
• Prioritized reaction--handles the unexpected without losing sight of important objectives; reacts where greatest leverage points exist
  
• Relationship--connects individually and with teams across shifts and practices; builds rapport and commonality; creates a “win together” ethic; serves as the liaison between the shop floor and engineering; keeps the pulse of the floor; helps people feel heard
  

Responsibilities

• Analyzes engineering proposals, process requirements, and related technical data on industrial machinery and equipment design.
  
• Determines feasibility of designing new plant equipment or modifying existing facilities considering costs, available space, time limitations, company planning, and other technical and economic factors.
  
• Provides technical information concerning manufacturing or processing techniques, materials, properties, and process advantages, and limitations that affect long-range plant and product engineering planning.
  
• Analyzes and resolves work problems or assists workers in solving work problems.
  
• Tests newly installed machines and equipment to ensure fulfillment of contract specifications.
  
• Performs cost estimating.
  
• Troubleshoots equipment.
  
• Initiates purchase of equipment and maintenance supplies.
  
• Reports on maintenance and engineering activities to management.
  
• Significant management and contractor interactions including design, costing, quoting, and executing electrical systems, control systems, and automation upgrades.
  
• Coordination, support, and installation of various electrical system projects.
  
• Provide engineering support for projects designed and built both internally and externally.

ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Expected to assist in the implementation of the company's EHS value and policy statement and its accompanying principles.
  
• Comply with all department, facility, Corporate, and Regulatory EH&S regulations.
  
• Wear all required personal protective equipment.
  
• Report all job-related illnesses and injuries. (Per employee handbook).
  
• Report all Safety, Health & Environmental concerns to your supervisor promptly.
  
• Attend all EH&S training.
  

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
  
• This position entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items.
  
• B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering or related field plus 3 years related experience.
  

QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of electrical control systems (prints, VFDs, motors, drives, servos, sensors…)
  
• Knowledge of 460VAC, 120VAC, 24VDC, 5VDC systems
  
• Knowledge of ladder logic software (ProWORX 32, RSLogix, SoMachine)
  
• Knowledge of robots (Yaskawa Motoman)
  
• Knowledge of SolidWorks or similar software for designing
  
• Knowledge of AutoCAD or similar software for design
  
• Knowledge of Allen-Bradley, Schneider Electric, and Siemens PLCs and drives
  
• Knowledge of a variety of Fluke meters
  
• Strong interpersonal skills for supervising the outside contractors and technicians