Electrical engineering manufacturing

Job DescriptionThe Electrical Manufacturing Engineer provides technical expertise to optimize highly automated manufacturing equipment and processes through visual systems, automation, and advanced levels of process control. The role also develops, plans, organizes, and leads reliability, and improvement projects in the plant. This position provides technical support to Operations and the Maintenance team at our Kalamazoo Michigan aluminum casting and extrusion plant.What you will work on:Provide technical support to operations and maintenance as necessaryCombine theoretical and practical knowledge toward innovation of new processes and process improvements.Work independently on smaller projects from conception to completion. This work will include "hands-on" type projectsWork in cross-functional teams to support business goals and objectivesThoroughly document all technical work that is completedFunction as a shared resource within the production value streams for assistance in difficult problem solvingLead and/or contribute to continuous improvement and six sigma project teamsSupport plant safety initiatives through active involvement in the safety processSupport and lead plant industrial electrical systemsLeading and participating in process improvements with multi-discipline technical staff, maintenance and production.Mentoring employees to increase their knowledge of equipment and process. Working to eliminate waste through reliability improvements and monitoring processes, ensuring they are in control and meeting expectations.A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, or a related technical degree, is preferred.5+ years of experience in a manufacturing operation.High level of competency with Allen-Bradley PLC (Control Logix 5000), HMI (Allen Bradley ME and SE), and Allen-Bradley motors/drives.Robot programming experience - preferably Fanuc.Ability to analyze data to define problems, determine solutions, and measure successful implementation of solutions.Excellent equipment troubleshooting abilities is essential.PC proficiency including, but not limited to, the use of Word, Excel, and Power Point.Proven ability to work in a low supervision environment while successfully meeting goals.Willingness to work around large manufacturing equipment and furnaces.Experience with technical projects/initiatives in a manufacturing environment.Strong PC skills, including Windows, Word, Excel, various data collection and analysis packages.AutoCAD Electrical.Industrial networking.There shall be no discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran, or disability status.Talented people join our team because we are a company passionate about environmental sustainability, employee growth, contributing back to our communities and championing an inclusive culture. Plant EngineeringSalaried: Salaried