Project Engineer; Electrical

Overview

We re looking for an experienced and technically skilled Project Engineer with a strong background in industrial electronics, E&I systems, and hands-on experience with Modicon PLCs. This role involves leading capital and maintenance projects, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring technical deliverables are completed on time and within budget.

• Lead and support engineering projects within a chemical manufacturing facility
• Design, implement, and maintain E&I systems
• Manage project documentation, timelines, budgets and change orders
• Troubleshoot and optimize Modicon PLC-based control systems
• Conduct field inspections, equipment evaluations and participate in commissioning activities
• Read and interpret electrical drawings, P&IDs, loop diagrams and panel layouts
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and safety teams to scope, plan and execute projects
• Manage high-level troubleshooting of instrumentation issues to support 24x7 operations
• Ensure compliance with relevant chemical industry regulations, safety protocols, and environmental standards
• Identify technical risks and propose solutions to ensure successful project outcomes
• Support outage work related to instrumentation reliability
• Support procurement, vendor coordination, installation supervision, vendor submittals and specifications
• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor s degree in Electrical, Electronics, Chemical Engineering or related field
• 3-7 years of experience in a project engineering role, preferably in a chemical or process manufacturing plant
• Proficiency with industrial control systems and Modicon PLCs
• Experienced in industrial electronics, instrumentation and control logic
• Proven history of documentation under regulatory requirements
• Familiarity with SCADA/HMI systems in batch or continuous chemical processes preferred
• Experience managing small to mid-size capital projects ($50k-$2m) desired
• Understanding of chemical process safety, PHA and MOC systems helpful
• Knowledge of applicable standards such as NEC, ISA and NFPA preferred

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Chemical Manufacturing

Martin, SC

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid paternity leave
• Paid maternity leave
• Disability insurance