Engineer, Electrical II

Southwire•Carrollton, GA

6h•Hybrid

About The Position

Southwire Company, LLC is a leading North American wire and cable producer. The Electrical Project Engineer will support and drive the planning, execution, handoff, and evaluation phases for assigned capital projects within the Capital Deployment group. This role involves simultaneous engagement in multiple capital projects across the manufacturing footprint. Responsibilities include reviewing engineering design plans, performing complex calculations, designing and constructing electrical systems and components, collaborating with other engineers, and maintaining relationships with site personnel, vendors, and stakeholders. The engineer must adhere to allocated budgets and build reliable, quality electrical systems.

Requirements

Minimum Education Level: Bachelor's
Specialized Degree: Electrical Engineering
Years of Experience: 3+
Field of Expertise: Engineering
Experience and proficiency with ladder logic/PLC programming, Siemens and Rockwell preferred
Experience with troubleshooting electrical systems using multimeters
Relay protection design
Electrical distribution design and equipment installation (high voltage, medium voltage, low voltage)
Designing, maintaining, and understanding electrical control schematics for various types of machines
Thorough understanding of project/program management techniques and methods
Proficient with engineering software, including AutoCad Electrical, TIA portal, Studio 5000, SKM
Strong knowledge and expertise of engineering methods and concepts
Analytical mindset with superior problem-solving abilities
Prior experience in the wire and cable manufacturing industry
Must be creative and be able to work independently with only general supervision
Must be able to travel approximately 25% of the time

Nice To Haves

Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) and electrical control systems

Responsibilities

Support the adherence to safety standards in the workplace and on project sites, ensuring all tasks are performed safely.
Actively contribute to project teams, collaborating with project managers, vendors, and contractors.
Actively coordinate with plant management groups to complete projects on schedule.
Contribute to projects from planning to evaluation, providing technical expertise and timely deliverables.
Assist in preparing and presenting engineering project takeoffs for budgeting and procurement.
Travel to manufacturing plants in support of capital projects and improvement activities.
Design and development of original concepts.
Contribute to designing systems keeping estimated budgets in mind.
Design and redesign machine components to improve reliability.
Keep abreast of current trends and technology and utilize this information effectively.
Support the implementation of sustainable designs and collaborate with teams to track sustainable practices.
Collaborate with production and maintenance teams to identify electrical problems and contribute to the solution development.
Ensure all projects maintain strict adherence to environmental, health, and safety standards.
Assist in documenting designs, changes, and project developments, ensuring clarity and accuracy.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, e.g. the ability to clearly articulate complex ideas and collaborate with cross-functional teams.