Electrical Engineer

About Crown

Crown Holdings, Inc. through its subsidiaries is a world leader in the metal packaging production process. We design and manufacture a wide range of innovative and sustainable metal packaging solutions and products. Our clients are some of the largest and most respected companies in the world. Crown was founded with the goal of valuing and promoting sustainability, and this vision continues to be essential to our long‑term future.

Crown is dedicated to building a team of highly talented, dedicated, and driven individuals.

CROWN Cork & Seal USA, Inc., a wholly owned company of Crown Holdings, Inc., is a global leader in the design, manufacture and sale of packaging products for consumer goods. At Crown, we are passionate about helping customers build their brands and connect with consumers worldwide.

Crown’s Beverage Division manufactures a variety of packaging solutions for soft drinks, craft beers, coffees and teas as well as new energy drinks. Crown Beverage leads the industry with innovative technologies that redefine how the world looks at beverage cans.

On Site in the Bradley Illinois facility.

The Electrical Engineer works closely with all aspects of the manufacturing process from raw materials to finished product and supports daily production activities. This managerial position includes the daily supervision of plant electricians and electronic technicians as well as the management of plant construction, modifications, appropriations and equipment installation.

• Apply electrical theory to test and modify developmental or operational electrical machinery, electrical control equipment and circuitry.
• Oversee assembly and testing of experimental motor control devices, switch panels, transformers, generator windings, and other electrical equipment and components.
• Diagnose causes of electrical or mechanical malfunction or failure of operational equipment and perform preventative and corrective action.
• Develop diagrams, drawings and specifications for modifications or expansions and direct personnel performing routine installation and maintenance duties.
• Plan, direct and record periodic testing; recommend or initiate modification or replacement of equipment as needed.
• Direct, coordinate, develop, train, coach and assess employees.
• Support and encourage employees to work safely, efficiently and effectively.
• Perform other job‑related duties as required or assigned.

• Approximately 10% overnight travel.
• Must be available to work various shifts, nights, weekends, and overtime.
• Knowledge of control systems and sub‑systems.
• Knowledge of building facilities (compressed air, water, hydraulics, vacuums, heating and cooling).
• Facility power distribution up to 4160 V, three‑phase.
• Instrumentation and calibration knowledge.
• Process control systems – set‑up and program applications (Honeywell).
• Ability to design, modify and plot using AutoCAD software.
• Installation, set‑up and programming of PLCs (Allen‑Bradley).
• Working knowledge of motor controls, VFDs, DC drives, Eddy Current Systems and/or Modicon system design.
• At least three years of proven supervisory experience.
• Five to seven years of experience in a high‑speed manufacturing environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience plus an Associate’s degree.

• Green or black belt certification in Six Sigma.
• Electrical Journeyman’s certification.
• Packaging industry experience.

• Strong computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft programs (Excel, Word, Access, etc.).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent time management and project management skills and ability to multi‑task.
• Demonstrated employee relations skills and the ability to motivate people.
• Effective leadership skills such as conflict resolution, communication, decision making.
• Ability to think outside the box.
• Strong problem‑solving skills through individual and/or collaborative approach.
• Ability to work independently or with a team.

• Specific vision abilities required: close vision, distance vision, color…