Automation Engineer- (Instrumentation/Electrical)

Imerys; Andersonville (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Imerys is seeking an Automation - Instrumentation/Electrical Engineer to lead instrumentation, electrical and automation maintenance and engineering tasks in support of operating plants. The role includes supervising the I/E group daily, managing procedures, and coordinating design, testing and implementation of control systems.

Ideal candidates hold a B.S. in engineering or sciences with 2+ years of experience (or 5 years in a related field) and have a strong PLC/controls background, plus

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in an engineering or scientific discipline; plus 2 years experience
• Equivalent combination of education, training and 5 years related experience
• Strong PLC control systems background required

Responsibilities

• Design, specification, programming, simulation, testing and start-up support for automation and controls systems.
• Oversee maintenance and calibration of electrical and instrument systems; supervise I/E activities.
• Develop power distribution, grounding, lighting and control system designs; review vendor submittals.
• Conduct system calculations for power, motor starting, voltage drop and short circuits.
• Prepare schedules, manage budgets, and optimize energy consumption and plant performance.

Skills

PLC programming

Electrical & instrumentation

Communication skills

Office software

Education

B.S. in engineering or science

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

The Automation - Instrumentation/Electrical Engineer is responsible for performance of instrumentation, electrical and automation maintenance and engineering functions in support of operating departments. Provide engineering assistance and technical support while directly supervising the I/E group on a daily basis. Management of processes, procedures and combination of instrument, electrical and automation activities to research, develop, design, test, and help maintain the operating facilities.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• This position will be responsible for automation and controls systems design, specification, programming, simulation and testing, and start-up assistance. Must have proven experience in PLC logic and programming.
• Manage the repair, installation, calibration and preventative/predictive maintenance on a wide variety of electric, electronic and pneumatic instruments and facility systems. Supervision of facility’s electrical and instrument activities.
• Apply design knowledge in power distribution, grounding, lighting, control systems, and equipment specification and selection. Analyze complex engineering problems and offer effective resolutions
• Manage the existing electrical distribution systems and plan maintenance of these systems using recognized industry standards and specifications.
• Perform system calculations and studies for electrical power systems – load flow, voltage drop, motor starting, short circuit studies, and relay coordination studies.
• Develop test requirements and assist in electrical equipment checkout and startup.
• Review and check all assigned project electrical installation drawings for compliance with all company and project instructions (One-line diagrams, electrical equipment location drawings, plan drawings, details, schematics, wiring diagrams, etc.) of technical vendor submittals for installation requirements.
• Assist in the development of project schedules and manpower requirements. Review and checking of technical vendor submittals for installation requirements. Manage the specification, development, installation and validation of electrical and automation projects within budget and company guidelines.
• Develop and manage energy consumption metrics. Oversee contract for power supply. Develop a system to optimize energy consumption and provide production strategy input based on energy prices.
• Develop and maintain maintenance key performance indicators for equipment care and condition along with implementing best practices for electrical maintenance in the plants.

Skills and Attributes Requirements:

• Computer Skills: Expertise and proficiency with Microsoft Office and other basic office computer software, with working knowledge of AutoCAD preferred.
• Individual must have the ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing to co-workers, supervisors and vendors. Must have the ability to read and comprehend work instructions, equipment manuals, safety procedures, electrical control diagrams, P&ID’s and PLC programming logic.
• Must be motivated, well organized and demonstrate the ability to plan/prioritize work in a manner that ensures minimal disruption to operations, improved equipment and process reliability and cost effectiveness.

Education/Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science degree in an engineering or scientific discipline plus 2 years experience
• OR Equivalent combination of education, training and 5 years related experience
• Preferred background would include a mining or mineral processing environment involving dry solids processing and handling. Kiln and mill operational experience preferred.
• Strong background in control systems and programmable logic controls (PLCs) are required.
• An understanding of ISO and Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) as it relates to I/E functions, preferred.
• Preferred: Knowledgeable in National Fire Protection Association/National Electrical Code (NFPA/NEC) Standards, and IEEE/IES/API Standards. Working experience in NFPA70E administration.
• Frequent walking, standing, and sitting with exposure to all seasonal climatic conditions, and typical manufacturing environment conditions.
• Occasionally lifting, carrying, and/or pulling objects up to 50 lbs.
• Approximately 60% office environment and 40% plant environment.

This role is not open to Visa Sponsorship.