Electrical Engineer - Pulp, Paper

Henpen Corporation; Ashland (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Henpen Corporation in Ashland, VA is seeking an Electrical Engineer to support daily plant operations, troubleshoot complex electrical and automation issues, and drive reliability improvements across high-speed packaging processes. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field and 2–5+ years of experience in manufacturing.

Proficiency with PLCs, motors, drives, power systems, schematics, and cross-functional collaboration is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 2–5+ years in electrical engineering in manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Experience in packaging, pulp & paper, or other high-speed process industries preferred.
• Strong knowledge of electrical power systems, motors, drives, PLCs, and industrial automation systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, drawings, and technical documentation.
• Strong communication skills and cross-functional collaboration.
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement practices is a plus.
• Safety-focused and compliant with electrical standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on electrical engineering support to daily plant operations and ensure safe production.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex electrical and automation issues impacting uptime and performance.
• Support and optimize PLCs, motor control centers, drives, instrumentation, DCS/automation platforms, and industrial networks.
• Partner with maintenance, reliability, and operations teams to implement corrective and preventive solutions.
• Participate in preventive and predictive maintenance programs, including condition monitoring.
• Contribute to capital projects, equipment upgrades, and automation improvements.
• Collaborate with OEMs, vendors, and contractors on installations, commissioning, and problem-solving.
• Maintain and update electrical documentation including schematics, system configurations, and equipment history.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and electrical codes; uphold best practices.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on reliability and efficiency.

Skills

Electrical power systems

Industrial automation

Troubleshooting

Root cause analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Industrial Technology, or related field

Tools

PLCs

Motor control centers

DCS/automation platforms

Industrial networks

Job description

Electrical Engineer
Ashland,Virginia, USA
100000-130000
Job Description

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide hands-on electrical engineering support to daily plant operations, ensuring safe and efficient production
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex electrical and automation issues impacting uptime and performance
• Support and optimize systems including PLCs, motor control centers, drives, instrumentation, DCS/automation platforms, and industrial networks
• Partner with maintenance, reliability, and operations teams to implement corrective and preventive solutions
• Participate in preventive and predictive maintenance programs, including condition monitoring and reliability initiatives
• Contribute to capital projects, equipment upgrades, and automation improvements across the facility
• Collaborate with OEMs, vendors, and contractors on installations, commissioning, and technical problem-solving
• Maintain and update electrical documentation including schematics, system configurations, and equipment history
• Ensure compliance with all safety standards, electrical codes, and regulatory requirements
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on reliability, efficiency, and operational performance

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Industrial Technology, or related field
• 2–5+ years of experience in electrical engineering, maintenance, or reliability within a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Experience in packaging, pulp & paper, or other high-speed process industries strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of electrical power systems, motors, drives, PLCs, and industrial automation systems
• Proven troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills in complex industrial environments
• Familiarity with reliability methodologies, predictive maintenance tools, and maintenance workflows
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, drawings, and technical documentation
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple departments
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing setting
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement practices is a plus
• Strong commitment to safety and adherence to electrical standards and best practices

SUMMARY

We are seeking an Electrical Engineer to join a global packaging manufacturing leader located near north Richmond, VA. This role offers the opportunity to play a critical part in supporting plant reliability, uptime, and continuous improvement across a high-speed manufacturing operation. You will work closely with maintenance, operations, and engineering teams to optimize electrical systems, troubleshoot issues, and drive performance improvements.