Electrical Project Engineer

Knauf Insulation, Inc.; McGregor (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Virtual medical services

Fertility benefits

401(k) matching

Parental leave

Family leave

Short-term disability

Life insurance

Paid holidays

Vacation

Tuition reimbursement

EAP

Job summary

Knauf Insulation, Inc. in Texas seeks an Electrical Projects Engineer to design, develop, and test plant automation, electrical equipment, and machinery.

You will support installation, programming, repair, and troubleshooting of electrical systems and provide technical support to staff and contractors. The role requires a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering with 3+ years in industrial manufacturing and PLC programming.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• At least 3 years of Electrical Engineering experience in an industrial manufacturing facility.
• Minimum 3 years’ PLC programming and troubleshooting experience.

Responsibilities

• Program and troubleshoot the plant's Process Control system, including HMI and data servers.
• Coordinate with Process Engineers and plant personnel to support process control improvements and data reporting.
• Oversee new plant projects and upgrades from design through completion, including scopes of work and quotes.
• Manage and maintain the plant's power distribution system.
• Seek technologies to improve safety, product quality, profitability and efficiency.
• Promote employee retention and engagement and a culture of accountability.

Skills

Electrical engineering

PLC programming

Troubleshooting

Data interpretation

Team collaboration

Hands-on work

Project coordination

Cost awareness

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Rockwell Automation software

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Job description

Knauf North America is the world's fastest-growing insulation manufacturer. We are wholly committed to the conservation of the environment while also sustainably developing and manufacturing a comprehensive line of acoustical fiberglass insulation for residential, commercial, industrial, marine, OEM and metal building applications, using post-consumer recycled materials.

We welcome passionate and creative individuals who thrive in an entrepreneurial, collaborative and ever-changing environment.

Our benefits go beyond just providing coverage.

We’re committed to the whole you – your health, wealth, peace of mind, self and community.

Our benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision – starting on day one!
• Virtual Medical Services
• Fertility and adoption benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Plan (earn 100% matching on your first 6% contribution and fully vested day one)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid family leave
• Company provided Salary Continuance (Short- term Disability)
• Company paid life insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Plus, more!

Growth opportunities available!

About the Role:

As an Electrical Projects Engineer, you will design, develop, and test all aspects of plant automation, electrical equipment, and machinery. Apply knowledge of engineering principles to design machine controls. Participate in installation, programming, repair, and troubleshooting of electrical equipment. Provide technical support to plant staff and contractors. Review plans and other technical documents, determines scope and/or timing of the project, and monitors costs and project progress. Develop cost estimates and schedules.

What You'll Do:

• Program and troubleshoot the plant's Process Control system, including HMI and data servers
• Coordinate with Process Engineers and other plant personnel to support their needs for improved process control, data reporting, etc.
• Oversee new plant projects and upgrade/redesign of existing equipment from design/specification through completion; this includes but is not limited to developing scopes of work, requesting quotes, writing purchase orders, coordinating internal and external project team members, monitoring and adhering to the budget and timeline, etc.
• Manage and maintain the plant's power distribution system
• Aggressively pursue technologies to improve safety, product quality, plant profitability and operating efficiency; reduce scrap; lower maintenance costs; etc.
• Drive the highest level of employee retention and engagement to ensure a sustainable workforce.
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and accountability within the organization.
• Instill an environment of inclusion, where all employees feel that they can contribute and impact the company in a positive manner.

What You'll Need:

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Experience:

• Minimum three (3) years’ Electrical Engineering experience in an Industrial Manufacturing facility
• Minimum three (3) years’ current PLC programming and troubleshooting experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of Plant power distribution systems, programmable logic controllers (Allen Bradley preferred), and electric motor controls
• Knowledge of PLC programming and troubleshooting (Rockwell Automation software preferred)
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools and principles involved in production of technical plans, blueprints, drawings and models
• Ability to establish and maintain relationships with vendors and contractors
• Ability to read and interpret complex electrical schematics
• Ability to work proactively, identifying solutions and cost-savings opportunities
• Ability and desire to work in a hands-on industrial manufacturing environment
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to travel 5-10% of the time as needed

It is the policy of Knauf Insulation to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic prohibited by applicable law.