Electrical Project Engineer – Plant Automation & PLC

Knauf Insulation

West Virginia

Hybrid

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental and Vision

401(k) with matching

Paid parental leave

Vacation

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Knauf Insulation North America is seeking an Electrical Project Engineer to design, develop, and test plant automation, electrical equipment, and machinery. You will review plans, determine scope and timing, monitor costs, and develop estimates.

You will program and troubleshoot the process control system, coordinate with process engineers, and oversee multiple plant projects from design to completion with emphasis on safety, efficiency and cost control.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering required.
Minimum five (5) years’ Electrical Engineering experience in an Industrial Manufacturing/Integrator Engineering/O.E.M. facility.
Minimum five (5) years’ current PLC programming and troubleshooting experience.
Knowledge of Plant power distribution systems, PLCs (Allen Bradley & Rockwell) and motor controls.
Knowledge of PLC programming and troubleshooting (PanelView & Rockwell software).
Ability to read complex electrical schematics and read technical plans.

Responsibilities

Program and troubleshoot the plant's Process Control system, including SCADA and data servers.
Coordinate with Process Engineers and plant personnel for improved process control and data reporting.
Oversee new plant projects and upgrades from design to completion; manage scopes, quotes, POs, budgets and timelines.
Manage and maintain the plant's power distribution system.
Drive technology to improve safety, product quality, profitability and efficiency; reduce scrap and maintenance costs.
Provide expert electrical troubleshooting support to Maintenance as needed.