Senior Electrical Engineer
Job Title: Senior Electrical Engineer
Position Summary
Seeking a highly skilled Senior Electrical Engineer to lead electrical systems design, maintenance, and optimization for our high-volume food and beverage manufacturing facility. This role ensures reliable, safe, and efficient operation of electrical infrastructure supporting production, packaging, and facility utilities.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain electrical schematics, layouts, and specifications for plant equipment and systems.
- Lead installation and commissioning of new electrical systems, including automation and control upgrades.
- Provide advanced troubleshooting for electrical issues on production lines, PLCs, VFDs, and power distribution systems.
- Oversee preventive and predictive maintenance programs for electrical assets.
- Ensure all electrical work complies with NFPA, NEC, and food industry safety standards.
- Support audits and documentation for regulatory compliance (FDA, OSHA).
- Manage electrical aspects of capital projects, including vendor coordination and budget oversight.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce downtime and energy consumption.
- Mentor junior engineers and technicians on best practices and troubleshooting techniques.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (mechanical, automation, quality) to support plant objectives.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
- Minimum 7+ years in electrical engineering within manufacturing (food & beverage preferred).
- Strong knowledge of PLC programming, motor controls, and industrial automation.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD or similar design software.
- Familiarity with Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or comparable control systems.
- Excellent problem-solving and leadership skills.
- Experience with high-speed packaging lines, process instrumentation, and energy management systems.
- Knowledge of FDA/GMP requirements for food manufacturing environments.
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