Electrical Engineer

Continental; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate Benefits

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Employee Discounts

Competitive Bonus Programs

Employees 401k Match

Diverse & Inclusive Work Environment

Employee Assistance Program

Future Growth Opportunities

And many more benefits that come with'

Job summary

Continental in Sumter, SC is seeking an Electrical Projects Engineer to budget, procure, install, and start-up electrical projects in the plant, and to assist in troubleshooting equipment within Maintenance.

You will ensure drawings and spare parts are updated, manage capital projects for production justification, coordinate training on new equipment, and monitor installation activities to ensure successful implementation.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering or related 4 year degree.
• 3 to 5+ years of experience in Manufacturing.
• Project management experience.
• Strong PLC experience in Beckhoff and or Siemens.
• Unlimited and Unrestricted Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required.

Responsibilities

• Budget, install, procure, start-up electrical projects in the plant.
• Provide assistance in troubleshooting problem equipment within the Maintenance Department.
• Ensure drawings/prints are kept updated and spare parts are set-up.
• Review capital projects for production and financial justification.
• Coordinate production and maintenance training on new equipment.
• Monitor installation activity and ensure project implementation.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Beckhoff PLC

Siemens PLC

Job description

Job Description

YOUR TASKS

In this role, you will budget, procurement, installation, start-up of Electrical Projects in the plant. Provide assistance in troubleshooting problem equipment within the Maintenance Department. Insure all drawings/prints are kept updated, all new equipment spare parts are set-up. Maintain plant interest in all projects for which outside or internal engineering in designing, procuring and starting up is required.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

• Budget, install, and procure the start-up of electrical projects in the plant
• Provide assistance in problem-solving and troubleshooting equipment within the maintenance department
• Ensure all drawings/prints are kept updated and that all new equipment spare parts are set-up
• Maintain plant interest in all projects for which outside or internal engineering in designing, procuring, and stating up is required
• Develop all plant projects in which equipment changes are made to achieve production
• Support maintenance in troubleshooting, repairing, replacing problem equipment
• Review all capital projects for the area assigned to insure acceptability for production and financial justification
• Arrange for adequate/proper production and maintenance training on all new equipment
• Monitor all installation activity in area assigned
• Work with project management for all capital projects in assigned area to ensure implementation is successful
• Review all design packages (electrical, electronics, power distribution) bid documents to ensure accuracy prior to installation
• Write appropriation requests for all necessary capital replacement equipment and new capital equipment in assigned area
• Assist planner in acquiring spare parts for all new and obsolete equipment
• Must have strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills and well as communication both written and oral
• Must be result innovative and focused/driven with good leadership and motivation skills
• Ensure implementation of measures and maintain controls
• Raise awareness and provide information about ESH responsibilities and duties
• Ensure immediate notification and response, and initiate preventive measures in case of unsafe or polluting hazards
• Demonstrate exemplary personal behavior in ESH and motivate others
• Perform other duties as assigned

NOTE: May not be inclusive of all work required and may be updated as needed.

THE ENVIRONMENT

• Safety is our highest priority and safety procedures / guidelines must be always adhered to. This includes safety wear such as steel toes, hearing protection and eye protection where required.
• This role is within a climate-controlled facility

Additional Information

THE PERKS

• Immediate Benefits
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Discounts, including tire discounts
• Competitive Bonus Programs
• Employees 401k Match
• Diverse & Inclusive Work Environment
• Employee Assistance Program
• Future Growth Opportunities, including personal and professional
• And many more benefits that come with working for a global industry leader!

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

EEO-Statement:

EEO / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Continental offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to unlawful consideration to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

In addition, as a federal contractor, Continental complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans, where they apply.

Further, Continental provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE

• BS in Electrical Engineering or related 4 year degree
• 3 to 5+ years of experiencein Manufacturing,
• Project management experience
• Strong PLC experience in Beckhoff and or Siemens
• Unlimited and Unrestricted Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required.

ADDITIONAL WAYS TO STAND OUT

• Tire Industry experience
• Continental is able to offer visa support and relocation for internal candidates only.

Company Description

Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist. Founded in 1871, the company generated sales of €39.7 billion in 2024 and currently employs around 95,000 people in 54 countries and markets.

With its premium portfolio in the car, truck, bus, two-wheel and specialty tire segment, the Tires group sector stands for innovative solutions in tire technology. Intelligent products and services related to tires and the promotion of sustainability complete the product portfolio. For specialist dealers and fleet management, Tires offers digital tire monitoring and tire management systems, in addition to other services, with the aim of keeping fleets mobile and increasing their efficiency. With its tires, Continental makes a significant contribution to safe, efficient, and environmentally friendly mobility.