Lead Electrical Engineer – Projects & Maintenance

MAHLE; Morristown (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development opportunities

Job summary

MAHLE in Morristown, TN is seeking an Electrical Engineer - Project and Maintenance to lead electrical and electromechanical design efforts, manage projects, and optimize machine reliability. The role involves coordinating installation, testing, and repairs to ensure compliance with specifications and uptime targets.

Responsibilities include PLC/robotics/HMI/CNC programming, data-driven analysis for root cause/failure, and collaboration with vendors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and 2 years related experience or equivalent.
• Knowledge of industrial hydraulics, pneumatics, PLC controls, robotics, blueprint interpretation, precision measurement, welding, and building techniques.

Responsibilities

• Researches and analyzes data to determine feasibility of design or application.
• Designs products or systems such as instruments, controls, robots, engines, machines, and assists with mechanical, thermal, hydraulic, or heat transfer systems.
• Plans and directs engineering personnel in building test control apparatus and development of testing methods.
• Directs and coordinates building and installation activities to ensure designs meet specs.
• Coordinates operation, maintenance, and repair activities for optimum utilization of machines.
• Designs products and systems to interface machines, hardware, and software.
• Evaluates field installations and recommends design modifications to reduce malfunctions.
• Participates in project management for assigned projects.
• Programs systems involving PLCs, robotics, HMIs, CNC, and motion systems.
• Researches data for root cause and failure analysis to reduce downtime.
• Compiles historical data to suggest improvements in machine reliability and performance.
• Reviews PM systems to improve machine performance.
• Works with manufacturers/vendors to resolve equipment issues.
• Develops repair procedures to standardize rebuilds and PMs.
• Sources parts for better price/reliability.
• Evaluates parts usage to identify problem areas.
• Assists with SAP related issues.
• Participates in maintenance and repair to optimize utilization of machines.
• Evaluates design modifications to prevent malfunctions.
• Uses CAD for drawings of electrical schematics and mechanical parts.
• Participates in and/or manages machinery/automation projects.
• Troubleshoots PLCs, robotics, HMIs, CNC, and motion systems.

Skills

Project management

Root cause analysis

Problem solving

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PLC programming

Robotics

HMIs

CNC

Motion systems

CAD drawings

SAP

Job description

MAHLE in Morristown, TN is seeking an Electrical Engineer - Project and Maintenance to lead electrical and electromechanical design efforts, manage projects, and optimize machine reliability. The role involves coordinating installation, testing, and repairs to ensure compliance with specifications and uptime targets.

Responsibilities include PLC/robotics/HMI/CNC programming, data-driven analysis for root cause/failure, and collaboration with vendors.