Electrical Project Manager

Designs, communicates, and implements plans for engineering projects, including the development and design of new equipment, or modification and improvement of existing equipment, components, parts, or auxiliaries. Responsibilities include concept design, cost estimation, material and equipment specification and ordering, selecting suppliers and contractors, requisitioning equipment, materials, and services, directing consultant engineering services, leading cross-functional project teams, and supervising and coordinating project activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Designs, communicates, and implements plans for engineering projects.
• Evaluates current processes and identifies constraints and potential design optimization opportunities to enhance productivity, cost efficiency, reliability, and safety.
• Partners with consultants and internal engineering colleagues to prepare project drawings and specifications for engineering projects.
• Interfaces and coordinates with outside contractors, tracks proposals, and manages project expenditures.
• Performs cost analyses, calculates estimated project costs, and prepares and implements a budget based on estimates.
• Develop detailed machine electrical layouts and project schedules.
• Applies expertise to analyze and solve complex problems where precedent may not exist.
• Monitors progress and performance against the project plan.
• Often leads the work of small project teams and may formally train junior engineering colleagues.
• Integrates safety into all design specifications by ensuring effective guarding and safety systems are in place and fostering a culture of safe work habits and practices.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• Typically possesses bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or engineering technology (or equivalent) and 4-8 years of experience.

Knowledge and Skills

• Possesses broad knowledge of engineering, including new product development, mechanical engineering, electrical systems, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment and component design, chemical concepts, and lean manufacturing concepts.
• Demonstrates strong project management, time management, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrates ability to work independently and collaboratively with others as part of a team.
• Demonstrates ability to manage multiple assignments involving a variety of engineering disciplines.
• Demonstrates ability to perform accurate cost estimation.
• Proficiency in relevant Engineering software (e.g. CAD).
• PMP, CAPM, or comparable project management certification desired.

Specific Electrical Knowledge and Skills:

• Electrical and controls system design experience
• PLC, HMI, VFD and industrial network architecture knowledge and experience
• Extensive experience configuring and programming PLC’s, motor controls, and electrical protection
• Extensive electromechanical trouble shooting experience.
• Solid mechanical experience relating to control of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
• Application of engineering best practices for reliability, maintainability, and safety
• Machine safety and applicable industry standards (NFPA 79, NEC, ISO 13849, etc.)
• Development of complete electrical drawing packages and documentation
• Experience supporting equipment commissioning, startup, and troubleshooting.

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Compensation Range:

The pay range for this position is $94,400.00 - $160,700.00 annually. Typically, a competitive wage for new hires will fall between120,000.00 to145,000.00 annually. Offers for this position may vary based on market data and other factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. The position may also be eligible for a short-term incentive.

Benefits Statement:

Greif offers a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive core benefits, paid time off, and a range of local benefits for eligible colleagues.

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