Special Projects Engineer - Electrical

Overview

Knauf Insulation North America is the world's fastest-growing insulation manufacturer. We are wholly committed to the conservation of the environment while also sustainably developing and manufacturing a comprehensive line of acoustical fiberglass insulation for residential, commercial, industrial, marine, OEM and metal building applications, using post-consumer recycled materials.

We welcome passionate and creative individuals who thrive in an entrepreneurial, collaborative and ever-changing environment.

We know how important your health, wellbeing, and financial strength is to you. To support you, we provide affordable benefits for you and your family members.

"Supporting all aspects of the individual — self, health, wealth and community"

Our benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision – starting on day one!
• Virtual Medical Services
• 401(k) Retirement Plan (earn 100% matching on your first 6% and fully vested day one)
• Paid parental leave
• Company paid life insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Vacation time to enjoy getting away
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Plus, more!

Growth opportunities available!

Apply online or contact us to hear why our employees appreciate being part of the Knauf family!

About the Role:

Are you passionate about driving innovation in manufacturing through automation, digitalization, and process improvement? Knauf North America is seeking a Special Projects Engineer, Electrical to join our team and provide electrical and controls engineering expertise across our North American manufacturing facilities. This role offers the opportunity to work on both small-scale plant-specific projects and large-scale capital initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver cutting-edge solutions that enhance safety, quality, and operational efficiency.

Must be willing to relocate to one of our U.S. locations to be considered for the role:

• Albion, MI
• Lanett, AL
• Inwood, WV
• McGregor, TX
• Shasta Lake, CA
• Shelbyville, IN

Electrical and Controls Design

• Design and program electrical systems, including PLCs, HMIs, drives, and servo systems.
• Develop and review power distribution systems and network configurations for plant process networks.
• Implement digital and automation solutions, such as AGVs, robotics, and ERP platform integrations.
• Establish and maintain standards for electrical and controls systems across facilities.

Project Management

• Manage projects from concept to completion, ensuring adherence to budget, timeline, and quality standards.
• Collaborate with plant teams to identify and prioritize operational goals.
• Coordinate internal and external project team members, including contractors.

Collaboration and Support

• Partner with Corporate Plant Engineering and plant-based engineers to deliver turnkey project implementations.
• Provide technical support and training to plant teams, including operators and engineers.
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical and controls issues in manufacturing processes.
• Drives the highest levels of employee retention and engagement to ensure a sustainable workforce.
• Fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration, and accountability within the organization.
• Instills an environment of inclusion, where all employees feel that they can contribute and impact the company in a positive manner.

Digital Manufacturing Initiatives

• Support Knauf’s digital manufacturing initiatives by implementing systems for data-driven decision-making.
• Integrate digital tools and technologies into manufacturing processes.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve safety, product quality, and operational efficiency.
• Develop and implement standards and best practices for electrical and controls systems.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field, or 10 years of related experience.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years in electrical engineering within an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Experience with Rockwell PLCs and HMIs is required.
• Proven project management experience, including both small and large-scale initiatives.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Proficiency in electrical power/control design and programming.
• Knowledge of Rockwell PLCs,…