Project Engineer - Electrical Controls (5442)

Ahlstrom-Munksjö•Windsor Locks, CT

54d

About The Position

Reporting to the Engineering and Maintenance Manager, the Controls Engineer will provide PLC control support for our manufacturing facility. This position is key support for wide range of capital projects which includes creation of new capabilities, operation improvements and maintenance support for long-term resolution for any issues. The qualified incumbent will be required to actively interface with Safety, Quality, Procurement, Equipment Vendors, Service Providers (including Designing Consultants and Contractors). Ahlstrom is a global leader in combining fibers into sustainable specialty materials. Join our journey to create a more sustainable world with products and solutions that Purify and Protect, with Every Fiber, for a Sustainable World. Our three divisions, Filtration and Life Sciences, Food and Consumer Packaging, and Protective Materials, address global trends with safe and sustainable solutions. We are deeply committed to building and maintaining safe and inclusive environment and culture, where everyone feels valued and respected. At Ahlstrom, we all have equal opportunities to belong and reach our full potential. Our net sales in 2024 amounted to EUR 3.0 billion and we employ some 6,800 people. Read more at www.ahlstrom.com

Requirements

BS Degree in an Engineering discipline or AS Degree in an Engineering discipline with relevant experience
Project or Production Engineer experience with demonstrated quality performance
Ability to investigate, analyze, plan, design and direct the execution of a variety of engineering solutions
Proficiency with PLC's and variable speed drive programming
High power electrical and transformer knowledge
Ability to learn new software programs and use CAD
Ability to support a 24/7 operation
Some business travel to off-site locations on occasion - outside travel required to develop projects in support of business objectives, visit vendor facilities, conduct trials, attend seminars, training, and other company sites

Responsibilities

Provide electrical and control support for Manufacturing, Envops, Plant Engineering and other departments throughout the division
As a technical expert, provide Electrical & Control Systems support to all the departments throughout the plant.
Support Lean initiatives, Value Stream Programs and Kaizen events
Key support for any ongoing initiatives related to safety and quality improvement
Program PLC's and Variable Drives (which includes creating new projects, modifying existing ones and supporting ongoing End-of-Life Cycle migration programs)
Lead and work with multi-functional groups to achieve project team objectives
Provide leadership and instruction, as required, to implement new installations and train others in safe and effective practices
Plan and develop Capital Project requests, including the financial estimating and business justifications
Work closely with Maintenance and Operations personnel to investigate equipment malfunctions and/or new installation design and development
Use the most recent Plant and Business Area safety, environmental, and quality review process to allow capital and expense projects to be planned, designed, and installed in compliance with applicable local, state, and federal codes and regulations
Conduct final safety review of all project installations and interface with all levels of management to report weekly and monthly updates as needed
Provide project management leadership and skills to direct others and keep assigned projects within timeframe and budget, to include, maintaining budgets and work schedules, organizing, and participating in shareholder meetings and ensuring all deadlines for certain projects are met
Participate in project design meetings and propose improvements, if necessary
Evaluate potential problems and technical hitches and develop solutions
Plan and manage team goals, project schedules and new information
Supervise current projects and coordinate all team members to keep workflow on track
Manage project-related paperwork by ensuring all necessary materials are current, properly filed and stored
Direct project correspondences by preparing and reviewing project proposals, memos, meeting minutes and emails
Communicate with clients to identify and define project requirements, scope, and objectives
Adhere to budget by monitoring expenses and implementing cost-saving measures