Project Engineer - Electrical

Project Engineer – Electrical Job Summary

Reporting to the SBU Engineering Manager, this role will be responsible for supporting creative engineering solutions to production process issues through the modification and improvement of existing equipment and subcomponents, or the design and development of new products. Utilizing an Electrical Engineering background to lead projects, develop and implement equipment or process improvements, and other engineering functions within the assigned region.

The position requires a balance between hands‑on and analytical engineering skills.

• Manages the development and execution of several concurrent medium complexity (2+ MUSD) projects, including scope development, requirements specifications, schedule, estimating cost and tracking budget and resources. Plans other technical activities relating to the project to ensure safety, regulatory, and policy requirements are met.
• Designs and develops basic mechanical layouts while taking in consideration specifics to new products or manufacturing process requirements. Suggests improvements to existing equipment or processes.
• Defines and drafts project technical requirements specification to aid the acquisition of assets and services. Develop all project related documentation and hand over packages.
• Develops projects which optimize manufacturing processes, including process control, set‑up, changeover, automation, die development, new equipment selections and lean manufacturing workflow improvements to enhance productivity, cost efficiency, reliability, and safety.
• Participates with the internal EH&S resources to identify and implement equipment safety standards, risks, and procedures. Supports equipment safety upgrades as needed in the plant network. Supports commitment‑based safety. Promotes use of all PPE by employees, ensuring guards and safety features are working, and good daily safety practices and habits.
• Interfaces and coordinates internal and external stakeholders, discusses proposals, solutions and manages project execution to scope.
• Provides technical consultation to plant maintenance groups pertaining to installation, troubleshooting, process control and repair of equipment.
• Can be sent to a facility with minimal guidance, establish and implement robust improvement plans.
• Incorporates safety measures within design specifications, ensuring guards and safety features are working, and promoting safety practices and habits, etc.
• May contribute to the development of policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Typically possesses a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Engineering required. Advanced degree a plus. Project Management experienced or certified. PMP Certification a plus.
• 5-7+ years of Project Engineering in manufacturing environment with practical expertise in electrical engineering and knowledge of machine control.
• Experience with design and analysis of basic power and control circuits.
• Experience configuring and programming PLCs, motor controls, electrical protection.
• Fundamental knowledge of electrical codes.

• Related background and experience in project engineering and management (planning, prioritization, and implementation).
• Experience leading medium projects. Project examples include new equipment, machine rebuilds, process upgrades and automation cell design and complete manufacturing line install.
• Experience with developing detailed plans to improve plant reliability, robustness, and profitability.
• Ability to learn and develop Greif internal process and product requirements knowledge, support trials and suggest material selection.
• Ability to understand and follow electrical diagrams.
• Extensive knowledge of electrical components, instrumentation, and their application to mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Ability to follow controls, programming logic as it pertains to the manufacturing processes.
• Fundamental knowledge of electrical codes.
• Good communication skills for creating, delivering project ideas and solutions and foster a positive relationship.
• Good understanding of OSHA, all regulatory compliances and industrial…