Process Engineer

Ardagh Glass Ltd.; Olive Branch (MS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ardagh Metal Packaging is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to design and implement electrical controls for new equipment and upgrades. The role covers schematic generation, BOM creation, PLC/HMI programming, and on-site start-up and support.

Travel up to 25% is required to manufacturing sites for startup, installation and troubleshooting. The ideal candidate has a technical degree in Electrical Engineering or 7+ years of hands-on control systems experience, with strong knowledge of

Qualifications

• Minimum Technical Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years’ experience designing, programming, and implementing control systems.
• Experience with PLCs (PLC5, SLC500, CLogix, Siemens S7, TI-505, Modicon).
• Experience with HMI (CTC Interact, PanelView Plus, WinCC Flex).
• Experience with network protocols (Profibus, Profinet, Ethernet/IP, DeviceNet).
• Knowledge of NEC/NFPA/UL standards and machine safety.

Responsibilities

• Designs, develops all aspects of electrical engineering for new projects and upgrades.
• Generates electrical schematics and BOMs per company standards.
• Provides technical assistance to manufacturing to resolve quality/productivity issues.
• Troubleshoots and implements solutions for equipment problems.
• Coordinates with maintenance, contractors, and operations.
• Trains staff on new technologies.
• Implements OEE improvements via control methods and layouts.
• Possesses strong communication and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Electrical design

PLC programming

HMI design

Troubleshooting

Project coordination

Electrical safety

Team collaboration

AutoCAD

Education

Technical Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

PanelView Plus

WinCC Flex

Siemens S7/PLC

Job description

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Provide electrical engineering design, modification, and support for multiple controls projects, ranging from a single machine to a complete line. Responsible for all phases of project including: concept, research, support, estimating, component selection, network design, panel design, schematic drawings, PLC programming, HMI design, on site installation, support and troubleshooting to determine the fundamental causes of equipment/operational issues.

Support new equipment build in house.

Support equipment upgrade / rebuild in house or on site

Support for Equipment Wellness Programs.

Key Accountabilities: (including but not limited to)

Understands and complies with position related safety SOPs and work instructions, especially for Electrical Safety, Lockout/Tag out, Machine Guarding, Housekeeping, SQF, and Personal Protective Equipment.

Domestic and International travel (up to 25%) required to manufacturing sites to perform startup / installation/ support and troubleshooting duties.

Designs, develops all aspects of programming and electrical engineering activities for new projects and/or equipment upgrades.

Generates electrical schematics and BOM’s in compliance with established company standards and applicable regulatory codes.

Provide technical assistance to the manufacturing operations to resolve quality and/or productivity issues to meet budgeted objectives.

Troubleshoot and implement solutions to solve operational problems on equipment.

Coordinate activities and efforts with maintenance, outside contractors, and operations personnel.

Implements electric controls design by providing installation, start-up, and technical supportto resolving production problems associated with electric controls.

Assists manufacturing with process and/or quality improvements to meet cost and/or quality targets.

Implements methods for improving OEE and spoilage reduction; through conveying layouts, control methods, and analyzing areas of process variations.

Enhances engineering and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments

Provide Training of new technologies to plant electrical support staff.

Organizes design project by identifying short-term and long-range issues; preparing timetables, cost estimates, and required resources.

Being self-motivated and willing to set and hold high standards for work completed.

Ability to work in a fast paced dynamic environment

Knowledge/skills/experience:

Minimum Technical Degree in Electrical Engineering or 7+ years’ experience in Designing, programming, and implementing control systems.

Experience working with PLC’s, (PLC5, SLC500, CLogix, Siemens S7, TI-505, Modicon), HMI’s,(CTC Interact, Panelview Plus, Wincc Flex) AC Drives (Yaskawa, ABB, AB)and Servo Controls.

Experience with design and implementation of Network communication protocols, IE Profibus, Profinet, Ethernet I/P, Devicenet, Peerlink, ASI Modbus Plus.

Experience with design and implementation of machine controls and equipment safety.

Sound understanding of engineering and/or electrical principles and their creative application on the job.

Working knowledge of electrical standards (NEC, NFPA, UL etc)

Willing to engage others in a collaborative / matrix work environment

Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications with good verbal and written communication skills

Proficient in AutoCAD.

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Agility to stand, bend, kneel, climb, reach, and pull

About Ardagh Metal Packaging

Ardagh Metal Packaging (AMP) is a leading supplier of sustainable, infinitely recyclable metal beverage cans to brand owners globally. An operating business of sustainable packaging business Ardagh Group, AMP is a leading industry player across Europe and the Americas, with innovative production capabilities, 23 production facilities, more than 6,000 employees and recorded revenues of $4.8 billion in 2023.

AMP is 76%-owned by Ardagh Group and is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker AMBP.

About Ardagh Group

Ardagh Group is a global supplier of infinitely recyclable metal and glass packaging solutions, producing packaging for brand owners around the world. We have grown to a team of approximately 20,000 people with revenues of more than $9 billion. Today we have a presence across the Americas, Europe and Africa.

Ardagh produces many of the beverage cans and bottles that contain your favourite beverages.

Our packaging is manufactured from metal and glass - permanent materials that can be infinitely recycled without any loss of quality.

Ardagh produces more than 60 billion containers per year (more than 160 million containers per day).

The future we’re creating for Ardagh is built around our four Core Values of Inclusion, Trust, Teamwork and Excellence. We offer exciting and rewarding opportunities for talented and creative people. If you have ambition and want to make an impact with your career, come and join our team - you’ll enjoy the journey!