Electrical and Controls Engineer

Electrical and Controls EngineerLocation(s): Tallmadge, OH, US, Rockford, IL, US Function: Research and Development Audience: Experienced Professional Work Arrangement: Hybrid Requisition ID: 68301The Electrical and Controls Engineer partners with manufacturing facilities and business stakeholders to execute small, medium, and large-scale capital projects. The engineer supports equipment specification, integration design, installation, commissioning, and startup all while providing ongoing technical support to operations, maintenance, and process teams. The engineer serves as an electrical and controls subject matter expert for XPS Foam extrusion equipment and control systems while ensuring compliance with EH&S, OSHA PSM, and internal Owens Corning standards. Reports to: Global Capital Delivery XPS Foam Engineering Leader Location: Hybrid work environment based out of an Owens Corning location: Tallmadge OH or Rockford IL Travel: 25 - 35% travel based on project demands.Job ResponsibilitiesProvides electrical project management on capital projects to ensure successful design principles, within designated timeframe and budget.Applies sound engineering practices towards the completion of all projects.Delivers full project scope creation and utilizes the stage gate process to ensure alignment.Focused effort on achieving zero injuries by ensuring safe work practices are applied and upheld.Oversees contract engineering resources to ensure design and commissioning work is exceptional.Fully manages capital projects from start to finish – write scope, capital approval requests, issue PO's etc.Delivers exceptional leadership and engineering on technical improvements for productivity, quality, equipment uptime, and line utilization.Provides electrical leadership for aspects of multiple projects simultaneously.Adheres to all plant and position-specific safety policies, procedures, and standards.Develop scope, estimate costs, evaluate program, and coordinate resources for vertical startup.Source and manage outside engineering firms as needed to ensure exceptional project delivery.Ensures all projects are delivered consistently with scope and expectations around operability and costs.Leads technical consultation and guidance throughout Foam on electrical and controls applications in support of advancing reliability and continuous improvement. Always leads with Safety as a value and priority.Serves as an expert in the division's technical applications.Partners with plant personnel in troubleshooting various control systems.Provides engineering solutions to safely control energy sources with LTT, interlocks, and e-stop circuitry.Ensure PLC/HMI controls maintain appropriate and consistent configuration to allow for efficient operation.Job RequirementsMinimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or closely related fieldFunctional experience with MES and SCADA systems, especially Ignition3+ years' experience working in an industrial or manufacturing environment3+ years' experience leading electrical capital project design and implementation for projectsStrong leadership within cross-functional disciplines and organizations on project deliveryKnowledge and experience with major electrical/controls technology platforms – ie: Allen Bradley or SiemensPreferred Experience:Managing and delivering results through projects and initiativesExperience providing leadership to experienced, technical resourcesKnowledgeable in IT networking and Manufacturing Application SupportKnowledge, Skills & Abilities:Strong verbal and communication skillsGeneral understanding of all applicable electrical codesAble to achieve results fast individually and through teamsConducts themself with the highest ethical and moral standardsFamiliarity with pneumatics, hydraulics, control valves, and servo systemsKnowledge in writing project scopes, cost estimates, and contractor bid packagesLearns concepts and new skills at a very rapid pace and applies learning to the jobUnderstands deep and complex scientific concepts and can troubleshoot problemsStrong project leadership skills and ability to manage projects through to completionHighly developed analytical and problem-solving skills to quickly assess situations, develop appropriate solutions, and manage executionAble to utilize data and data collection systems for problem-solving and decision-making to eliminate manufacturing losses and unnecessary costsStrong knowledge of motor control, programmable controllers, software, instrumentation, feedback control systems, control system networks, and supervisory computer and data acquisition systems