Electrical Project Manager

Default•Chattanooga, TN

12d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for managing retrofit controls projects from initial site assessment through installation and commissioning for asphalt plant automation systems. The Project Manager conducts field audits to document existing plant conditions, ensures engineering has complete information to design panel replacements, manages customer communication throughout the project, and coordinates with service teams for installation and startup. Most projects involve control panel replacements in existing structures. Several concurrent projects may be concurrently assigned. LOCATION: This is an onsite position in Chattanooga, TN NOTE: Qualified applicants must have experience with Electronics, preferably in a manufacturing environment. Must be able to read and understand electrical drawings and schematics.

Requirements

Associates degree in Electrical Technology, Electronics, Industrial Automation, or related field, plus minimum 3 years of relevant experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and control system schematics
Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple concurrent projects
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Willingness to travel up to 50% (primarily domestic site visits)

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical field
Experience with industrial control systems, PLCs, or plant automation
Background in field service, commissioning, or technical sales support
Familiarity with asphalt plant or heavy equipment operations
Experience with site assessments or technical audits

Responsibilities

Conduct on-site field audits to document existing control system conditions including panel locations, space constraints, wiring, and sensor configurations
Create comprehensive site documentation packages (photos, measurements, equipment lists) to support engineering design
Serve as single point of contact for customers from project kickoff through commissioning completion
Coordinate project schedules between engineering, Controls Center manufacturing, and field service teams
Monitor project progress and proactively communicate status, risks, and schedule changes to customers and internal stakeholders
Conduct detailed site surveys of existing control systems and plant configurations
Document space claims, panel dimensions, and mounting locations
Catalog existing wiring, conduit routing, and sensor installations
Identify integration points with existing plant equipment
Photograph and measure existing conditions for engineering reference
Assess for MCC and control house requirements when applicable
Validate that field documentation is complete before releasing to electrical design team
Attend work order meetings to ensure project scope is clearly defined
Track project milestones from engineering release through manufacturing to shipment
Coordinate delivery timing with customer readiness and service team availability
Serve as primary customer contact for assigned retrofit projects
Provide proactive status updates on project progress
Manage customer expectations on delivery dates and installation schedules
Resolve customer questions and concerns, escalating technical issues as needed
Schedule field service teams for panel installation and commissioning
Ensure service teams have complete documentation (drawings, manuals, project notes)
Monitor installation progress and address issues that arise during startup
Coordinate final customer acceptance and project closeout
Maintains a correspondence file for each project containing copies of letters, faxes, telephone numbers, conversation notes, e-mails, customer meeting notes, field drawings and sketches, layouts, and any other pertinent communications
Secures timely involvement of appropriate Regional Sales Manager whenever a change of project scope is needed
Ensures changes of scope are documented and vetted through a Change Review System (CRS)
Follows company policies and procedures at all times
Follows proper safety rules and procedures at all times
Performs other duties as assigned