Engineer Manager Jobs in Hoover, AL (NOW HIRING)

What You'll Be DoingJob Scope: Generally responsible for performing all aspects for complete design of complex electrical and instrumentation engineering assignments. This level requires extensive progressive experience in electrical and instrumentation engineering and involves applying advanced engineering techniques and analysis. This work will be performed under general supervision.Primary responsibilities will include but not be limited to:Serves as primary administrator and troubleshooter for plant power and control systems and is a key member of plant technical leadership.Builds and maintains a sustainable system for plant E&I skill development.Coaches the area E&I Coordinator on skill assessment and development of operating and E&I technicians within the department.Works with the site Controls Engineering Manager to build and maintain sustainable process and machine control onboarding and ongoing development systems for plant Process Engineers, Interns and Area Leaders.Works with the site Controls Engineering Manager to develop power and control standards and ensure application of the standards in their area of responsibility.Knows, communicates, and ensures technician compliance to local and national regulator codes (NFPA 70, NFPA 70e, NFPA 79 and OSHA 1910).Is also responsible for ensuring equipment and safe practice compliance in their area of responsibility.Responsible for validation of the MES data from PLC into Proficy.Support plant PEs in conditioning PLC data to accommodate effective data analysis including application development.Owns the validity and ongoing system for maintaining the site sustainability metering equipment (power monitors and usage flow meters).Owns using the power monitoring data and developing plans to reduce overall consumption and costs.Provides expertise in the design and implementation of machine control and process automation applications, such as: control strategies, HMI design, MES applications and KPI development.Works Controls Engineering Manager, department management and technicians to identify losses, and develop plans and strategies to eliminate them, in the areas of safety, quality, reliability and cost.Owns parts or whole Key Elements for systems related to power and control system such as electrical safety (LOTO, Electrical PPE, Energized work permits, low voltage qualification, etc.) and Quality/CCP compliance (checkweighers, metal detectors, vision systems, ingredient flows, temperatures, etc.).Works closely with engineering and operations leaders on selection and installation/start-up of new equipment.Becomes the technical expert on new equipment and ensures the training of others with regard to control systems.Serves as project manager for initiatives ranging from E&I focused projects to complete capital projects.Provides power and controls engineering support on capital initiatives in their area of responsibility.Provides support throughout other parts of the plant as needed on a daily basis.Learns and applies advance control, simulation and process modeling technologies to analyze and improve overall process and packaging operations.Ideal BackgroundEducation: Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university is required.Registration: Professional Engineering registration is highly preferred.Experience: This position requires 4+ years of relevant industrial experience in electrical and instrumentation engineering.Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Ability to effectively engage, lead, and build capability on the floorAbility to work and manage within a team environmentStrong knowledge of machine and/or process control hardware, instrumentation and software including Allen Bradley PLC and Rockwell FactoryTalk platformsWorking knowledge of NFPA and OSHA guidelines related to electrical equipment and practicesUnderstanding of technical systems and terminologyExperience learning and integrating new technologiesExperience leading the installation of equipment in food manufacturing environmentDemonstrated results in manufacturing maintenance utilizing maintenance systemsExperience with plant systems software (Proficy, Project Management, eAM, etc.)Self-motivated and able to motivate othersStrong organizational, critical thinking, and problem-solving skillsEffective presentation, verbal, and written communication skillsProficient in Microsoft Suite applicationsExcellent interpersonal skillsSome travel may be required for plant start upWillingness to work off-shifts or weekends as neededWillingness to relocate for future opportunitiesPhysical RequirementsAbility to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time.#LI-CJ1Hargrove CultureWe work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a “team mentality” so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company-wide level. We know that each person on our team contributes to the success of our company by pairing expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe.Our safety culture protects and promotes the well-being of every person who works with us and every person touched by our work.As a 100% Teammate owned company, we proudly offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible Teammates.Equal Opportunity Employment StatementHargrove is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, sexual identity, marital or family status), disability, military service or obligations, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Hargrove is a drug-free workplace.The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.Work Location: In person #J-18808-Ljbffr