Electrical Process Engineer: Power Systems & Controls Lead

SONOCO CANADA; Hartsville (SC); On-site; MXN 1,304,000 - 1,863,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonoco Products Co. in Hartsville, SC seeks an Electrical Engineer to design and support power systems and motor controls for papermaking operations across our mills.

You will lead electrical design, commissioning, and startup activities, coordinating with mechanical and civil engineers to meet project objectives. The role requires a BS in Electrical Engineering and 3–5 years of experience, strong knowledge of NFPA 70, AutoCAD, and SKM Power Tools, and the ability to manage budgets and schedules

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering is required.
• 3–5 years of engineering experience.
• Experience with power distribution and motor controls.
• Knowledge of NFPA 70 NEC.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop new and upgraded electric power systems up to 35KV.
• Design and develop motor controls including VFDs.
• Prepare installation documents (cable schedules, conduit layouts).
• Provide commissioning/startup support for controls projects.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical and civil engineers across sites.

Skills

Electrical power systems

Motor controls

Power systems studies

Team collaboration

Project leadership

Power system design

Commissioning

Documentation

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SKM Power Tools

Job description

Sonoco Products Co. in Hartsville, SC seeks an Electrical Engineer to design and support power systems and motor controls for papermaking operations across our mills.

You will lead electrical design, commissioning, and startup activities, coordinating with mechanical and civil engineers to meet project objectives. The role requires a BS in Electrical Engineering and 3–5 years of experience, strong knowledge of NFPA 70, AutoCAD, and SKM Power Tools, and the ability to manage budgets and schedules