Electrical Engineer

Essity; Alabama; On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Life insurance

Job summary

Essity in Barton, AL is seeking an Electrical Engineer to support manufacturing, engineering, and maintenance in optimizing process controls for better efficiency and run-ability.

You will lead technical tasks, provide guidance to E/I Technicians, develop preventive maintenance procedures, participate in safety initiatives, and collaborate with reliability and operations teams to improve equipment performance.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of PLCs.
• Thorough knowledge of VFDs.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex control systems.
• Knowledge of hydraulic components and systems.
• Knowledge of pneumatic components and systems.
• Knowledge of instrumentation and process controls.
• Ability to work as an electrician if needed.
• Mechanical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Develop strong linkages with Engineers, Maintenance Planners and technicians.
• Attend area safety initiatives and safety meetings.
• Participate in maintenance outage planning for area of responsibility.
• Collaborate with Operations, Reliability and Engineering to solve equipment reliability issues.
• Assist Maintenance Planner and Supervisors to complete daily work orders.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance procedures.

Skills

PLCs

VFDs

Troubleshoot control systems

Hydraulic components

Pneumatic components

Instrumentation and process controls

Electrical work

Mechanical aptitude

Tools

Microsoft Project

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Electrical EngineerWho We AreEssity is a global leader in health and hygiene headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, with a North American headquarters located in Philadelphia, PA. We are a multi-billion-dollar company with a purpose to break barriers to well-being for the benefit of consumers, patients, care givers, and customers across the globe. We do this through innovations in our Professional Hygiene, Personal Care, and Health & Medical business units that provide hygiene and health solutions to over a billion people every day worldwide.Working at Essity is more than a career, it is where you will play your part in a better future, to improve well-being for people and have opportunities to drive positive change for society and the environment. As an employee at Essity, you will belong to a team where you feel valued, are safe, supported to grow and challenged to generate business results in a friendly and open atmosphere.About the RoleEssity Manufacturing Professional Hygiene North America is currently recruiting for an Electrical Engineer. This position will be based at our manufacturing facility in Barton, AL.This engineering professional will support manufacturing, engineering, and maintenance personnel in their efforts to optimize process controls to improve efficiencies and equipment run ability.We're looking for people who embody our values, aren't afraid to challenge, innovate, experiment, and move at a fast pace. We're always looking for ways to improve our products and ourselves. If this is you, we'd love to talk.What You Will DoDevelop strong and effective linkages and relationships with the Engineers, Maintenance Planners, Process Leads, and trades people;Attend/participate in all area safety related initiatives;Attend/participate in maintenance outage planning meetings for area of responsibility;Work with area operations, Reliability Department and Engineering to solve repetitive equipment reliability issues;Work with Maintenance Planner, Maintenance Supervisor and Engineering as required to accomplish daily engineering and maintenance work order task;Provide technical assistance to E/I Technicians to solve daily maintenance repair and run-ability issues;Work with Reliability Department on the development of equipment preventative maintenance procedures;Assist with daily emergency repairs if needed;Assist in the development of craft training and the development of training material;Participate in a Weekend Duty Rotation for the site;Develop a thorough knowledge of machine/product technology and processes;Share technical knowledge that improves equipment efficiency and reliability with operating and maintenance team members;Foster group decision-making and teamwork through open and honest communications, constructive feedback, delegating authority, positive performance reinforcement, and healthy relationships based on mutual trust, respect, and personal dignity of every employee;Skilled in Microsoft Project, Excel, Word, and Power Point;Leadership: a demonstrated ability to lead people and get results through others;Employee training and development: a demonstrated ability to coach and teach others;A demonstrated ability to balance and achieve positive results in the areas of safety, quality, productivity, cost and employee relations;Quality orientation and attention to detail;Demonstrates the ability to recognize and solve problems;Strong interpersonal and communication skills;Be willing to continuously improve technical knowledge and troubleshooting skills;An ability to manage multiple priorities;Strong team player;Practices, models and upholds Essity Core Values in all employment endeavors;Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.Who You AreThorough knowledge of PLC’s;Thorough knowledge of VFD’s;Demonstrate the ability properly troubleshoot complex control systems;Knowledge of hydraulic components and systems;Knowledge of pneumatic components and systems;Knowledge of instrumentation and process controls;Ability to work as an electrician if needed;Mechanical aptitude.What We Can Offer YouAt Essity, we believe every career is as unique as the individual and empower employees to reach their full potential in a winning culture motivated by a powerful purpose.Compensation and Benefits:Expected Compensation:Competitive annual salary + annual incentive bonus + benefitsPay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors such as knowledge, skills, and experience.Along with competitive pay you will be eligible for the following benefits:United Healthcare PPO / EyeMed Vision Insurance / Delta Dental Insurance;Wellness program provided through Rally;Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA);401(k) with employer match and annual employer base contribution;Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance;Employee Assistance Program;PTO offering with Paid Holidays;Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance;Employee discounts program;Scholarship program for children of Essity employees.Additional InformationThe Company is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates and employees pursuant to applicable law. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.If you require reasonable accommodation as part of the application process please contact [e-mail], we are improving lives, every dayWorking at Essity is not just a career; it is a chance to directly make the world a healthier, more hygienic and safer place. With impactful innovations coupled with sustainable solutions, we strive to reach more people every year with the necessary and essential solutions for well-being.Application End Date:Job Requisition ID:Essity264547