Engineer, Electrical II Job at Southwire Company LLC, Carrollton, GA

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  • Southwire Company LLC
  • Carrollton, GA

Job Description

Job Description

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools and jobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement and unlimited growth opportunities. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developing innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the well-being of the communities in which we work and live. How will you power what’s possible? 

Location: BWP

Job Summary

Job Summary/Objective:
Under the direction of the Manager of Engineering, the Electrical Engineer II troubleshoots and resolves malfunctions to machine control systems and makes recommendations to improve efficiency or quality concerns.

Key Responsibilities:
•    Troubleshoots and resolves malfunctions to machine control systems and makes recommendations to improve efficiency or quality concerns
•    Experience and proficiency with ladder logic/PLC programming, Siemens and Rockwell preferred
•    Develops new and modifies existing PLC and/or HMI applications, interfaces, or embedded controls systems.
•    Participates in set-up and commissioning of new systems or upgrading of current systems.
•    Knowledge of AC and DC circuitry and electrical concepts
•    Versatile in ladder logic and various PLC programming languages. Working knowledge of field control devices (motors, relays, switches, photoeyes, etc.)
•    Designs, develops, maintains, and modifies instrumentations and control systems
•    Start to finish electrical control system hardware design experience (control panel and field wiring).
•    Competency in Electrical CAD
•    Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.

Required Education & Experience

Minimum Education Level: Bachelor's
Specialized Degree: Mechanical or Electrical Engineering 
Years of Experience: 3+ Years
Field of Expertise: Mechanical or Electrical Engineering in Manufacturing Environment
Preferred Certificates: PMP
Preferred Field of Expertise: Prior Experience in the Wire and Cable Manufacturing Industry

Other Preferred Skills, Licenses and Certifications

  • Working knowledge of power distribution, networks, PLC, HMI, and drive hardware and software.
  • Ability to read and create schematic drawings using AutoCAD software.
  • Must be able to communicate effectively with Operators, Technicians, Management and others.
  • Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
  • Must possess a sense of urgency and ownership when working within time constraints.
  • Must have strong computer skills and be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Travel

Travel: Domestic- Up to 10%
Workplace Setting: In Office/On Site 5 days a week

Physical Requirements

Carrying/Lifting: 15%
Standing: 10%
Sitting: 25%
Walking: 50%

Working Conditions

Office, Plant Floor Various Shifts, Overtime, Weekends, Holidays, Extreme Cold/Heat, Loud Noise

Competencies

Action Oriented

Balances Stakeholders

Collaborates

Customer Focus

Nimble Learning

Plans and Aligns

Skills

Benefits We Offer:

  • 401k with Matching & Pension Plan (Eligible for Pension after 1,000 Hours Worked)
  • Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision) 
  • Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays 
  • Long & Short-Term Disability 
  • Supplemental Insurance Plans
  • Employee Assistance Program 
  • Employee Referral Program 
  • Tuition Reimbursement Programs 
  • Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities  
  • Parental Leave 
  • & More 

Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Tags

Temporary work, For contractors, Work at office, Shift work, Weekend work,

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