Electrical & Automation Supervisor (heavy industrial)
About The Position
The Electrical & Automation Supervisor is responsible for the reliability of plant electrical, instrumentation, control, and automation equipment. The role covers design, specification, programming, simulation, testing, start-up assistance, and detailed documentation for PLC and HMI systems. It requires proven PLC logic and HMI programming experience and a solid understanding of electrical equipment, instrumentation, control devices, and computer programming and software development for PLC processes and HMI configuration. The supervisor leads reliability and maintenance activities for plant electrical, instrumentation, control, and automation assets, oversees Electrical and Instrumentation Technicians, supports maintenance and improvement projects, and drives investigation and prevention of equipment failures. The role requires the ability to work independently and with cross-functional teams, manage multiple tasks with minimal supervision, and remain accessible during off-hours, including sometimes on holidays and weekends.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, preferably Electrical, Automation, or Electronics.
- At least 5 years of experience in the design, build, and programming of ControlLogix PLC and HMI systems.
- At least 5 years of experience in electrical design and maintenance on medium- and low-voltage equipment.
- Proven understanding of electrical regulatory and industrial standards and codes.
- Proven understanding of control and instrumentation systems in a heavy industrial manufacturing environment.
- In-depth PLC programming experience, including Rockwell and Modicon systems.
- Experience troubleshooting variable-speed drives for AC and DC motors, transformers, motors, generators, control systems, and electrical protection for motors in low, medium, and high voltage.
- Strong PLC and HMI programming skills, including ControlLogix and Modicon systems, and proven PLC logic and HMI programming experience.
- Strong knowledge of electrical, control, and instrumentation systems.
- Strong knowledge of process control and machine automation.
- Working knowledge of engineering documentation required for process equipment.
- Working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database management software.
- Strong communication skills.
- Computer skills with Excel, PowerPoint, Word, SAP, AutoCAD, and Visio.
- Ability to work independently and lead or participate in cross-functional teams.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and achieve results with minimal supervision.
- Availability during off-hours, including sometimes holidays and weekends, with access to a laptop and cell phone.
Responsibilities
- Maintain the reliability of plant electrical, instrumentation, and control equipment, including MV and LV transformers, switchgears, MCCs, motors, grounding, lighting and lightning systems, PLCs, and HMIs.
- Participate in budgeting and control maintenance costs for electrical, instrumentation, control, and automation equipment.
- Analyze electrical, control, instrumentation, and control-system failures; identify root causes and reduce or eliminate them.
- Investigate process deviations and anomalies related to electrical, instrumentation, and automation hardware and software.
- Implement hardware and software changes and upgrades on electrical, instrumentation, and automation equipment.
- Identify and resolve long-term or chronic electrical asset concerns.
- Manage projects involving design, commissioning, and performance improvement of electrical, instrumentation, and automated equipment.
- Supervise Electrical and Instrumentation Technicians.
- Develop and propose preventative, predictive, and autonomous maintenance plans.
- Coordinate with suppliers and plant employees, including maintenance repairmen and electricians, to develop inspection and maintenance activities.
- Provide technical support and follow up on maintenance projects and repair work.
- Collect and analyze equipment maintenance histories, investigate failures and damage, and evaluate the effectiveness of preventative maintenance programs.
- Own and lead the Root Cause Analysis (RCA) process for major failures to prevent recurrence.
- Monitor and optimize predictive and preventive maintenance programs at operating facilities.
- Drive resolution of high-impact issues with urgency and integrity.
- Work independently and lead or participate in cross-functional teams.
- Manage multiple tasks and achieve results with minimal supervision; remain accessible during off-hours, including sometimes holidays and weekends.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
