Plant Automation Project Engineer

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Duration: Temp-to-Direct Shift: 1 This position is responsible for project management and electrical engineering services. The position will involve projects in their full scope from initial estimating, proposal submission, construction and start-up. The position will also be available to assist manufacturing plants with safety, quality, process optimization and productivity improvements. MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Major focus will be on projects related to the manufacturing plants. 2. Develop project scopes; estimate equipment, installations, and engineering costs and prepare project schedules for Appropriation Requests. 3. Complete all project assignments within established scope, budget, and schedule. 4. Design of and/or oversee preparation of construction drawings packages for capital projects. 5. Oversee field construction activities. 6. Project start-ups. 7. Specification and procurement of equipment and engineering and construction services. 8. Work with existing facilities for maintenance, repair and improvement projects.
Job Requirements Minimum Security Clearance: Bondable QUALIFICATIONS: * BS in Electrical Engineering, HMI/PLC programming and troubleshooting skills. * Familiarity with National Electrical Code and how to utilize it. * Familiarity of how to design power and motor circuits. * Knowledge of transformers, switchgear, and major power components and their specifications. * Understanding of utility interface with the customer power systems a plus. * Excellent communication skills. * Computer skills ? Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, networking architecture, setup and troubleshooting, loading software and drivers * Willingness to travel * Experience in wallboard or equivalent manufacturing plant and process a plus * Knowledge of AC variable speed drives and their specifications * Knowledge of Motor Control Centers and their specifications * Ability to specify and setup field instrumentation * Familiarity with ARC Flash requirements and NFPA-70 a plus * Familiarity of electrical system coordination studies and how to interpret a plus. * Ability to plan and coordinate a project from start to finish. * Ability to handle multiple projects. * Excellent Project Management skills * Ability to work in a team environment. * A willingness to travel as much as 50% of the time. * Up to 25 lbs. lifting required
Location:
Charlotte

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