Electrical Controls Engineer

Fresenius Kabi; Grand Island (NE); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company contributions

Paid vacation, holidays and personal</

Health benefits: medical, dental, and

Job summary

Fresenius in the United States is seeking an Electrical Engineer to design, develop, implement, and support control systems for site utilities, production equipment, and facilities. You will work under guidance to improve plant efficiency and compliance with cGMP and other regulations.

The role includes supporting PLC/HMI architectures, validating building management and facility monitoring systems, and assisting with capital projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in electrical engineering or a related role.
• Experience with electrical schematics and ladder logic preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support development and technical support for on-site control systems (PLC, HMI, server/industrial IT).
• Maintain Facility Monitoring System and Building Management System in validated state; perform calibration, maintenance, and updates.
• Develop and implement improvements for efficiency and safety; assist with capital projects and related documentation.
• Assist with rebuilding and upgrading site utility systems and production equipment in formulation, filling, packaging, and warehousing areas.
• Ensure validated state of equipment and compliance with cGMP, OSHA, DEC, EPA, ISO, and local regulations.
• Develop relationships with vendors for technical support and hardware applications.

Skills

PLCs

HMI

Electrical schematics

Ladder logic

Motor controls (VFDs/servos)

PID temperature/pressure control

Thermocouples/RTDs

Operator interfaces

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Tools

National Electric Code

High voltage up to 460V

Industrial IT networks

PLC/HMI hardware

Job description

Job Summary

Designs, develops, implements and supports all aspects of electrical control systems, equipment, and machinery related to site utilities, production equipment, and facilities. Is a technical resource to the Engineering, Maintenance and Validation departments to meet all regulatory and company specific policy requirements and to give input on improving plant efficiency, capacity, and capability via continuous improvement and modernization objectives. Assists in the improvement of all manufacturing equipment and plant utility systems. Under the guidance of the Senior Engineer or Manager, implements improvements to increase equipment efficiency and prevent equipment obsolesce and ensures the validated state of all equipment, systems and facilities and compliance with all applicable cGMP, OSHA, DEC, EPA and local government regulations.

Salary Range: $64,751 - $85,000 Annually

Final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to experience level, education, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Our benefits programs are comprehensive and thoughtfully crafted to ensure our colleagues live healthy lives and have support when it matters most. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with company contributions, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, employee assistance program, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage.

Responsibilities

• Support the development, implementation, and technical support/ for all on site control systems architecture, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), Human-Machine-Interfaces (HMI), and server/industrial IT network infrastructure.


• Supports the maintenance of the Facility Monitoring System and Building Management System in a validated state including calibration, maintenance, repairs, and hardware/software updates.


• Under the guidance of the Senior Engineer or Manager develops and implements improvements for efficiency, safety and preventing equipment obsolescence. Assists with capital improvement projects, including: funding requests, acquisition, installation, startup and associated documentation (including Risk Assessments, User Requirement Specifications, Functional Requirement Specifications, Design Specifications/Qualifications, Factory and Site Acceptance Tests, Machinability Studies and Standard Operating Procedures), and other items deemed appropriate by management.


• Supports the rebuilding and upgrading of site utility systems and production equipment associated with formulation, filling/capping, lyophilization, packaging, and warehousing/distribution areas.


• Under the guidance of the Senior Engineer or Manager, ensures the validated state of all equipment, systems and facilities and compliance with all applicable cGMP, OSHA, DEC, EPA, ISO and local government regulations.


• Develops relationships with key vendors for technical support and for assistance in hardware applications.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or related field of study and 1-3 years' experience.


• Preferred experience includes working knowledge of The National Electric Code, high voltage up to 460 volts, machine controls including Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), relay logic, motor controls (VFDs and servo), temperature and pressure controls including PID, thermocouples, RTDs and transducers and operator interfaces.


• Experience in reading electrical schematics and ladder logic preferred.


• Experience with analytical troubleshooting preferred.


• Must have good written and verbal communication skills, good documentation skills, good organizational skills and good interpersonal skills to lead the plant electrical staff.

Additional Information

We offer an excellent salary and benefits package including medical, dental andvision coverage, as well as life insurance, disability, 401K with company contribution,and wellness program.

Please note that joining our team does not create a guaranteed or permanentemployment arrangement. All employment is at‑will, meaning both the employeeand Fresenius Kabi have the right to end the employment relationship at any time,in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

Fresenius Kabi is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicantswill receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin,citizenship, immigration status, disabilities, or protected veteran status.