Electrical Project Engineer #ESF7798

• Our client iis a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing around 30,000 people.
• Autonomy in the work place
• Have your contributions recognized
• Work with an experienced and energetic team
• Well liked management

What you will be doing:

• Lead the safe, on-time, and on-budget development and execution of capital projects.
• Provide electrical engineering and design from concept through hand-off using the established PESHA process.
• Manage contractors to ensure safe and productive execution of work.
• Collaborate with internal/external engineering resources, equipment suppliers, and construction contractors.
• Perform engineering tasks including problem-solving, design calculations, equipment selection, proposal reviews, and drawing management.
• Ensure proper operation and safety of equipment and processes.
• Recommend and implement changes to improve manufacturing value and system performance.
• Ensure processes are capable, controlled, and meet delivery and cost targets.
• Be present on the shop floor as needed, including accessing equipment via ladders or high reaches to evaluate progress and troubleshoot issues.

Experience you will need:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field is required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment as an electrical engineer, with a strong background in capital project lifecycle.
• Proven success in electrical power and controls engineering, including equipment specification, installation, and hand-off to operations.
• Experience installing mill-grade equipment.
• Design or supervisory design experience in electrical systems, primarily 480VAC.
• Hands-on experience with PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems (Rockwell preferred).
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate and motivate cross-functional teams.
• Preferred: Experience in combustion, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Preferred: Background in extrusion, casting, and fabrication operations.
• Preferred: Familiarity with electrical control systems, including motor control centers (MCCs), variable frequency drives (VFDs), and industrial automation.
• Preferred: Knowledge of NFPA 70E, NEC, and other relevant electrical safety standards.