Electrical Controls Engineer

Penn Aluminum International LLCCome join a team where People make the difference As a part of Marmon Holdings, Inc., a highly decentralized organization, we rely heavily on people with the aptitude, attitude, and entrepreneurial spirit to drive our success, and we're committed to attracting and retaining top talent.Designs, develops, modifies and evaluates components and processes used in the generation, manipulation, transmission and storage of electricity. Determines design approaches and parameters. Analyzes equipment to establish operating data, conducts experimental tests and evaluates results. Selects components and equipment based on analysis of specifications and reliability. Prepares engineering documents including cost estimates, appropriation requests, project schedules, design specifications, instruction specifications, purchase requisitions, operating manuals, and technical reports. Interacts with users to define system requirements and/or necessary modifications. Coordinates all work within the scope of assigned projects regarding technical equipment and machines and ensures that objectives are met and within budget. Role typically requires more than 12 years of experience.Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities:Ensure a safe work environment for the plant in regard to all things electrical, including electronic PLC issues.Maintain and upgrade all electrical aspects of the machinery to ensure the equipment is performing as intended and is compliant to code.Assist other maintenance employees with trouble shooting, repairing and installing electrical equipment in the safest and most efficient way possible.Provide documentation, assistance, and tech support to management to accomplish companywide goals.Manage outside contractors working on electrical issues or upgrades in the plant.Responsibilities include identifying equipment improvement opportunities, writing Capital Expenditure Requests and executing problem resolutions.Assess performance of existing equipment and processes - implementing improvements. Drive process control improvement projects. (Electrical, PLC and or Automation)Required Qualifications:Bachelors degree in engineering with 2+ years' experience in facility or test equipment installation/maintenance.Experience with PLC programming (Allen Bradley SLC500, MicroLogix, ControlLogix)Hands-on experience in HMI and SCADA development with FactoryTalk, PanelView, and Cmore.Knowledge of DC drives, VFDs, and Servos. Level winding experience a plus.Proficient with blue prints-schematics (electrical & hydraulic).Strong Electrical background, and experience with Aluminum Extrusion preferred.Proficient in using AutoCAD to update electrical schematics.Key Competencies:Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Planning and organizing.Formal presentation skills.Experience with aluminum extrusion technology or strong electrical engineering backgroundMust be willing and able to excel in a team environmentExcellent problem-solving skillsExcellent computer skills, including Word, Excel, and Microsoft OfficeA "self starter" requiring minimal supervision and guidance.Schedule8 hour shift with occasional OT as required.Monday to FridayFollowing receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to careers@marmon.com, and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.