Senior Electrical Engineer

Senior Electrical EngineerResponsibilitiesProgramming and troubleshooting of PLC and HMI programs using Rockwell RSLogix/Studio 5000, Rockwell PLC’s 500, and Safety PLC’s. Also, the high-speed motion, and positional controls using VFD’s, DC, and Servos drives.Defining system architecture, component selection of PLCs, HMIs, Sensors (optical, proximity, ultrasonic), VFD & Servo drives, and safety hardware. Update and integrate the plant-wide PLC and controls as needed. Understand and maintain the electrical portion of the manufacturing equipment in the factory, including PLCs, drive systems and controls, gauges, and instrumentation. Provide calibration procedures and instructions for the above equipment. Assist Electricians, Technicians, and Process engineers with troubleshooting the production line's electrical and process problems. Support corporate Quality and Manufacturing metrics goalsMaintain Manufacturing Equipment and Systems: Understand and maintain the electrical portion of the manufacturing equipment in the factory, including drive systems and controls, gauges, instrumentation, networked data acquisition equipment, and splice machines.Maintain Facility Power Distribution: Ensure that the plant power distribution system is adequate for current and planned manufacturing activities.Recommends and overseas upgrades/improvements specifically focused on automation, process improvements, product quality, equipment reliability, and cost reductionsWorking with applicable GMP, OSHA, NEC, NFPA, ANSI, and UL standards to ensure personnel, site, and systems safety requirements are met or exceeded.Updating production lines schematic and wiring diagrams using AutoCAD and updating calibration spims and technical manuals for Technician’s and Electrician’s support.Update and save the production line's PLC programs on a plant Network drive so that the backup is available when needed.Support the use of LEAN Manufacturing tools in all areas of responsibility. LEAN tools should include 5S+1 in Office areas, and TPM on the manufacturing floor. QualificationsEducation: BS in Electrical EngineeringExperience: Minimum 10 years of electrical engineering or electrical maintenance experience in a factory environment. Prior supervision/management experience preferred. Preferred SkillsKnowledge and/or experience with drive systems, industrial controls, power distribution systems, and lighting systems. Experience and/or knowledge of calibration methods. Familiarity with NEC and OSHA electrical codes. Strong communication skills, team leadership skills, and ability to provide technical leadership. Highly self-motivated, and organized, with excellent attention to detail. Knowledge of document control software applications (such as DOCS OPEN).