Electrical Engineer

Job Summary:

The subject matter expert in all areas of process automation and control technology and implementation. This role writes new PLC codes for processes as well as modifies existing code for improved safety, reliability or efficiency. This role is heavily involved in process automation technology hardware upgrades.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Gain a “hands on” in-depth understanding of the manufacturing processes

Monitor daily/weekly/monthly alarm quantities and educe nuisance alarms while improving communication of real process issues

Respond to immediate plant needs with regard to process updates in relation to process automation software and/or hardware

Provide technical expertise to maintain and improve process automation/control system performance for all process areas; implement and maintain all functions of the PLC Control Systems

Control loop performance analysis, loop turning and optimization, control system design, configuration and documentation

Support the maintenance in troubleshooting and correcting instrumentation and/or control problems; maintain and develop all drawings and documentation related to process changes and improvements

Work in conjunction with production, maintenance and engineering in the development and implementation of new control strategies

Routine reporting will be required against plans and targets, as well as special reports for non-typical events

Concept and design new equipment automation needs including code and hardware components

Respond to after hour emergency repair/support calls as required

Perform all other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Three to five years proven experience in production/industrial engineering

Exposure to Lean Six Sigma and 5S is a plus

Ability to effectively lead and direct employees

Detail-oriented, results driven, and uses time efficiently

Must have organizational skills with an ability to prioritize and multi-task

Ability to maintain confidentiality, exceptional attention to detail and good follow-up skills

Must possess good problem solving skills

Ability to interact in a professional manner with employees and vendors

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing

Willingness to work as team member or independently

Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word

Must be dedicated to continuous improvement

Transcendia is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all candidates for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.