Electrical Project Engineer

Essity AB; Bowling Green (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Wellness program

FSA

401(k) match

Life Insurance

PTO + Holidays

Scholarship program

Job summary

Essity AB in Bowling Green, KY is seeking an Electrical Project Engineer to lead capital projects that drive growth and support continuous improvement in high-speed manufacturing. You will provide electrical expertise, oversee installation, startup, and validation of equipment, and ensure safe, efficient performance across the site.

You will program PLCs/HMI, optimize controls for throughput and waste reduction, and serve as a technical resource for operators and technicians while maintaining

Qualifications

• BS degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years of project engineering experience in manufacturing.
• Experience with CAD (AutoCAD or ePlan) and electrical distribution.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead capital projects from concept through commissioning.
• Develop project scopes, estimates and schedules.
• Oversee installation, startup and validation of new equipment.
• Maintain site electrical distribution systems.
• Provide hands-on troubleshooting for high-speed lines.
• Program PLCs, HMIs, drives, motion control systems.
• Ensure safety and compliance with NFPA 70E, NEC, OSHA.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Project management

Verbal and written communication

Electrical troubleshooting

Education

BS degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

CAD (AutoCAD or ePlan)

PLC programming

HMI programming

VFDs & servo systems

Machine vision systems

Barcode readers

Job description

Essity 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, Consumer Goods, 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 Role

Essity is currently seeking an Electrical Project Engineer based in our facility in Bowling Green, KY. The Electrical Project Engineer will lead capital projects that drive business growth and support continuous improvement initiatives. The role provides electrical expertise to Essity’s high-speed manufacturing operations, ensuring safe and efficient performance.

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 Do

• Lead and manage capital projects from concept through commissioning.
• Develop project scopes, cost estimates, and schedules.
• Oversee installation, startup, and validation of new equipment.
• Own and maintain the site electrical distribution systems.
• Provide hands-on troubleshooting support for high-speed converting lines and packaging equipment.
• Program PLCs, HMIs, drives, motion control systems.
• Optimize electrical controls systems for throughput and waste reduction.
• Ensure compliance with NFPA 70E, NEC, OSHA and other safety standards.
• Serve as a technical resource for operators and technicians.
• Develop a control system obsolescence strategy and manage its execution.

Who You Are

• BS degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• 3+ years of project engineering experience in manufacturing
• Experienced in CAD (AutoCAD or ePlan).
• Strong troubleshooting skills.
• VFDs, servo systems, and motion control.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Communicates well, both verbally and in written form.
• Knowledge of machine vision systems and barcode readers.
• Exposure to OPC, MES and DDE would be a plus.
• Strong knowledge of control systems and power distribution.

What We Can Offer You

At 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 + benefits

Pay 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
• PTO offering with Paid Holidays
• Scholarship program for children of Essity employees.

Additional Information

The 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.

Together, we are improving lives, every day

Working 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.