Electrical Project Lead: PLCs, Safety & Automation

greif; Welcome (NC); On-site; USD 94,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

Greif is seeking an Electrical Project Manager in North Carolina to design, plan, and manage engineering projects from concept through execution. You will develop equipment designs, specify materials, and coordinate with consultants and contractors to ensure on-time, within-budget delivery.

The role requires a bachelor's in electrical engineering or engineering technology and 4–8 years of related experience, with strong PLC/HMI/VFD and CAD skills. A PMP/CAPM is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Engineering Technology (or equivalent).
• 4–8 years of experience in electrical/project engineering.
• Experience with electrical and control system design, safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Designs, communicates, and implements plans for engineering projects.
• Evaluates processes to identify design optimization opportunities for productivity and safety.
• Prepares project drawings and specifications with consultants and internal engineers.
• Coordinates with outside contractors; tracks proposals and manages project expenditures.
• Performs cost analyses and develops budgets based on estimates.
• Develops detailed electrical layouts and project schedules.
• Leads small project teams and mentors junior colleagues.
• Ensures machine safety in design specifications and safety systems.

Skills

Electrical design

Project management

PLC/HMI/VFD knowledge

Cost estimation

CAD

Lean manufacturing

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Engineering Technology

Tools

CAD

PMP/CAPM (preferred)

Job description

Greif is seeking an Electrical Project Manager in North Carolina to design, plan, and manage engineering projects from concept through execution. You will develop equipment designs, specify materials, and coordinate with consultants and contractors to ensure on-time, within-budget delivery.

The role requires a bachelor's in electrical engineering or engineering technology and 4–8 years of related experience, with strong PLC/HMI/VFD and CAD skills. A PMP/CAPM is preferred.