Electrical & Automation Engineer

Amrize; New Grand Chain (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$10,000 sign-on bonus

Competitive salary

401(k) retirement plan

Medical and dental insurance

Paid time off

Educational assistance program

Job summary

Amrize is seeking an Electrical & Automation Engineer for the Joppa Cement Plant IL. The ideal candidate will monitor plant process control systems and support electrical design and development projects.

Key responsibilities include ensuring equipment reliability, working with various engineering teams, and maintaining integration standards. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and experience in industrial electrical systems.

This position comes with a competitive salary and offers a $10,000 sign-on bonus along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 - 3 years of Electrical Engineer experience in industrial settings.
• Experience with high and low voltage power distribution systems.
• Strong planning and organizing abilities.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain plant process control systems.
• Support installation and integration of new equipment.
• Identify improvement opportunities to maximize equipment lifecycle.

Skills

PLC programming

process control systems

instrumentation

communication networks

Autocad

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SAP

VFDs

Job description

We’re seeking an Electrical & Automation Engineer ready to put your skills to work on impactful projects and build a career with a company that’s building North America.

Job Details

Job Title: Electrical & Automation Engineer | Req ID: 16662 | HR Contact: Grace A CHIODO | Location: Joppa Cement Plant IL

About the Role

The Electrical and Automation Engineer is responsible for plant process control system (PCS) monitoring, application programming, testing, commissioning, and maintenance. Perform and coordinate electrical design and development of new equipment and the modification of existing electrical equipment consistent with plant standards and for the improvement of plant performance including rate, availability, OEE, and MTBF. Other responsibilities include facilitating the use of the PCS as a resource for the Process, Maintenance, Production, Shipping, Environmental, and Quality Departments.

Relocation assistance provided for candidates outside this area.

What You'll Accomplish

• Prevent downtime due to faults; continuous improvement to Electrical and Automation systems to extend the life of existing equipment and facilitate eventual replacement.
• Support installation of new plant equipment from conception to operation. Assure integration of new systems into plant operations.
• Work closely with Electrical Supervisor, Process Engineers to analyze, improve and document all aspects of operations.
• Provide technical expertise in the field of electrical, power distribution, motors and transformers, arc flash study, electrical tests, electrical code, instrumentation, drives, PLC and troubleshooting.
• Responsible for integration, maintenance, and application of Electrical systems, as well as the incorporation of equipment areas previously outside PCS scope, conversion of relay logic systems, and replacement or integration of PLCs.
• Identify improvement opportunities to maximize equipment life cycle and efficiency.
• Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.

What We’re Looking For

Education

Education: Bachelor's degree

Field of Study Preferred

Field of Study Preferred: Electrical Engineering

Required Work Experience

Minimum 1 - 3 Years of Electrical Engineer experience in the cement or similar industrial facility

Required Technical Skills

• Working knowledge of PLC programming and process control systems is preferred (ABB 800xA, Siemens S7).
• Experience in instrumentation, motors, starters and VFD’s, communication networks (Modbus, Profinet, Ethernet).
• SAP, Autocad, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.).

Travel Requirements

10% for training, development and potential projects

Additional Requirements

• Extensive knowledge of high and low voltage power distribution systems, weighing and batching systems, PLC control and machinery interlocking systems, variable speed drives and motor control systems.
• Used to developing and working within revenue and capital budgets
• Able to make decisions on electrical safety matters
• Excellent communication skills
• Must be able to work in a team environment
• High initiative, self-starter
• Strong planning and organizing abilities
• Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Amrize approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.

What We Offer

• This role is eligible for a $10,000 sign on bonus!
• Competitive salary
• Retirement Savings: Choose from 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax savings
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance
• Holistic Health & Well-being programs
• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent care
• Vision and other Voluntary benefits and discounts
• Paid time off & paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave (maternity & paternity)
• Educational Assistance Program
• Dress for your day

Amrize is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.