Electrical Engineer Plant Reliability

Michael Page; Bolingbrook (IL); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k) retirement plan

PTO

Job summary

MPI seeks an Electrical & Controls Engineer to lead reliability, automation, and electrical infrastructure initiatives at a high-volume food facility. Expect focus on downtime reduction, equipment reliability, and long-term operational improvements.

The candidate should have a B.S. in Electrical/Controls/Mechatronics, 5+ years in manufacturing, hands-on PLC/HMI/VFD/servo troubleshooting, and experience with Allen-Bradley Studio 5000 and FactoryTalk. On-site role with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Controls/Mechatronics, or related field.
• Minimum 5+ years in electrical/controls engineering in manufacturing.
• Hands-on troubleshooting with PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, servos, instrumentation and industrial controls.
• Experience with industrial power systems up to 480V.
• Knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E, Arc Flash, and LOTO requirements.
• Proven record of reducing downtime and leading projects from design through commissioning.
• Work on the production floor and partner with maintenance and operations teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead troubleshooting for PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, servo systems and automated equipment.
• Investigate recurring failures and implement permanent corrective actions.
• Develop and improve preventive/predictive maintenance for electrical systems.
• Manage electrical infrastructure projects, controls upgrades, and automation improvements.
• Improve PLC backup, documentation, change management, and standardization.
• Use downtime data to identify reliability improvements.
• Support electrical safety initiatives including Arc Flash, NFPA 70E, and LOTO.
• Train and mentor maintenance technicians on troubleshooting and best practices.

Skills

PLC troubleshooting

HMI troubleshooting

VFDs

Servo systems

Instrumentation

Industrial controls

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Controls/Mechatronics or related field

Tools

Allen-Bradley

Studio 5000

FactoryTalk

Job description

A growing food manufacturing company is seeking an Electrical & Controls Engineer to lead plant reliability, automation, and electrical infrastructure initiatives at a high-volume production facility. This is a highly visible role focused on reducing downtime, improving equipment reliability, and driving long-term operational improvements.

Our client is a well-established and growing food manufacturer that operates a large-scale, highly automated production facility. With a strong focus on operational excellence, reliability, and continuous improvement, the company is investing heavily in automation, preventative maintenance, and plant performance initiatives.

Description

• Lead troubleshooting efforts for PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, servo systems, sensors, and automated production equipment
• Investigate recurring equipment failures and implement permanent corrective actions
• Develop and improve preventive and predictive maintenance programs for electrical systems
• Manage electrical infrastructure projects, controls upgrades, and automation improvements
• Improve PLC backup, documentation, change management, and standardization processes
• Use downtime and performance data to identify reliability improvement opportunities
• Support electrical safety initiatives including Arc Flash, NFPA 70E, and LOTO compliance
• Train and mentor maintenance technicians on troubleshooting and best practices

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants. the company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Profile

To be considered, candidates must have:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field
• 5+ years of electrical and/or controls engineering experience within a manufacturing environment
• Hands-on troubleshooting experience with PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, servo systems, instrumentation, and industrial controls
• Experience working with industrial power systems up to 480V
• Allen-Bradley / Rockwell Automation experience, including Studio 5000 and FactoryTalk
• Knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E, Arc Flash, and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) requirements
• Proven track record of reducing equipment downtime and leading projects from design through commissioning
• Ability to work directly on the production floor and partner closely with maintenance and operations teams'

A growing food manufacturing company is seeking an Electrical & Controls Engineer to lead plant reliability, automation, and electrical infrastructure initiatives at a high-volume production facility. This is a highly visible role focused on reducing downtime, improving equipment reliability, and driving long-term operational improvements.

Our client is a well-established and growing food manufacturer that operates a large-scale, highly automated production facility. With a strong focus on operational excellence, reliability, and continuous improvement, the company is investing heavily in automation, preventative maintenance, and plant performance initiatives.

Description

• Lead troubleshooting efforts for PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, servo systems, sensors, and automated production equipment
• Investigate recurring equipment failures and implement permanent corrective actions
• Develop and improve preventive and predictive maintenance programs for electrical systems
• Manage electrical infrastructure projects, controls upgrades, and automation improvements
• Improve PLC backup, documentation, change management, and standardization processes
• Use downtime and performance data to identify reliability improvement opportunities
• Support electrical safety initiatives including Arc Flash, NFPA 70E, and LOTO compliance
• Train and mentor maintenance technicians on troubleshooting and best practices

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants. the company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Profile

To be considered, candidates must have:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field
• 5+ years of electrical and/or controls engineering experience within a manufacturing environment
• Hands-on troubleshooting experience with PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, servo systems, instrumentation, and industrial controls
• Experience working with industrial power systems up to 480V
• Allen-Bradley / Rockwell Automation experience, including Studio 5000 and FactoryTalk
• Knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E, Arc Flash, and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) requirements
• Proven track record of reducing equipment downtime and leading projects from design through commissioning
• Ability to work directly on the production floor and partner closely with maintenance and operations teams'

Preferred Experience

• Food manufacturing, consumer packaged goods (CPG), or other highly regulated manufacturing environments
• SCADA, Historian, OEE, or data-driven manufacturing systems
• Lean Manufacturing, TPM, Six Sigma, PE, or CMRP certifications
• Experience supporting plant expansions, turnarounds, or major operational improvement initiatives

Job Offer

• Competitive annual salary ranging from $125,000 to $150,000.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical coverage.
• Participation in a 401(k) retirement plan.
• Generous paid time off (PTO).
• Performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Lead impactful reliability and automation projects with direct influence on plant performance
• Join a company investing heavily in operational excellence and manufacturing improvements
• Strong compensation package and opportunity for long-term career growth
• High-visibility role with significant ownership and decision-making responsibility

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.