Job Requirements

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reporting to the Plant Engineer, the Electrical Engineer responsibilities would include, but not be limited to, the following:

 Applies electrical theory and related knowledge to test and modify developmental or operational electrical machinery, electrical control equipment and circuitry in industrial plant setting

 Oversees assembly and testing of experimental motor control devices, switch panels, transformers, generator windings, and other electrical equipment and components according to engineering data and knowledge of electrical principles

Diagnoses cause of electrical or mechanical malfunction or failure of operational equipment and performs preventative and corrective action

 Develops diagrams, drawings and specifications for modifications or expansions and directs personnel performing routine installation and maintenance duties

 Plans, directs and records periodic testing; recommends or initiates modification or replacement of equipment as needed

 Directs, coordinates, develops, trains, coaches and assesses employees

 Supports and encourages employees to work safely, efficiently and effectively

 Performs other job-related duties as required or assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

In addition to the specific responsibilities listed above, the ideal candidate will possess the following:

Minimum Requirements

 Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience plus an Associate’s degree

 Five to seven years of experience in a high-speed manufacturing environment

 At least three years of proven supervisory experience

 Working knowledge of motor controls, VFD’s, DC drives, Eddy Current Systems and/or Modicon system design

 Installation, set-up and programming of PLC’s (Allen-Bradley)

 Ability to design, modify and plot using AutoCAD software

 Process control systems – set-up and program applications (Honeywell)

 Instrumentation and calibration knowledge

 Facility power distribution to include voltage up to 4160v, three-phase

 Knowledge of building facilities (compressed air, water, hydraulics, vacuums, heating and cooling)

 Knowledge of control systems and sub-systems

 Must be available to work various shifts if needed and be able to work nights, weekends, and overtime to cover absences or provide additional support

 Approximately 10% overnight travel

Preferred Requirements

 Packaging industry experience

 Electrical Journeyman’s certification

 Green or black belt certification in Six Sigma

Competencies

Ability to work independently or with a team

 Strong problem-solving skills through an individual and/or collaborative approach

 Must be able to look at new solutions and “think outside the box”

 Effective leadership skills such as conflict resolution, communication, decision making, etc.

 Demonstrated employee relations skills and the ability to motivate people

 Excellent time management and project management skills as well as the ability to multi-task

 Excellent oral and written communication skills

 Strong computer skills and working knowledge of various Microsoft programs (Excel, Word, Access, etc.)

Physical Requirements

 While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands, reach with hands and arms, and may be required to balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl

 The associate may lift and/or move up to 10 pounds

 Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus

Working Conditions

 Generally works in a plant environment but will be required to perform some job duties inside a typical office setting

 While performing the duties of this job, associate will be exposed to power sources

 While performing the duties of this job, the associate may be exposed to moving mechanical parts and vehicular traffic

 The associate may be exposed to a wide range of temperatures

 The noise level is frequently loud

Possible Equivalent Military Titles

 Electronics Technician; Radar and Sonar Operator; Electronic Instrument and Equipment Repairer; Communications Equipment Operator; Avionics Technician

*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

BENEFITS:

Crown offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits including free company paid health insurance for employees as well as company matched 401(k).

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