Plant Automation Project Engineer

Company:  MLS Technologies, Inc.
Location: Charlotte
Closing Date: 05/11/2024
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description

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

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