Lead Engineer - Electrical

Responsibilities: 

• ​​Assist production and maintenance with various types of control system and process issues from an engineering perspective with an emphasis on maintaining and improving reliability and productivity of systems. 

• ​Provide technical assistance and resolution when automation problems are encountered in production environment. 

• ​Provide technical expertise and solutions for Industrial Information Technology aspects of the business 

• ​Complete projects as assigned and within the objectives and scope designated by Maintenance and Reliability Manager.  

• ​Manage the Electrical Technician group and prioritize controls improvements. 

• ​Provide vision and development for the industrial controls that support business needs and associates. 

• ​Apply professional concepts in creative ways in working on assignments.   

• ​Plan, organize, schedule, and provide reports as needed to complete assignments. 

• ​Assist NPD Engineers on new product development. 

• ​Manage Capital Projects using standard project management techniques. Request capital using the Authorization for Expenditure (AFE) process to purchase custom, as well as, commercially available equipment from a variety of suppliers.  

• ​Demonstrate solid judgment within broadly defined guidelines. 

• ​Provide guidance to hourly associates on projects.   

• ​Provide technical guidance and direction to maintenance and subcontractor personnel to ensure accurate and efficient job completion.  

• ​Complete project work as assigned related to cost savings efforts or improvements and to replace obsolete components or equipment. Initiate and/or manage cost reductions and process improvement projects. Identify cost reduction opportunities, estimate cost impact, research available solutions and implement 

• ​Ensure that Hollister is prepared in the event of disaster to recover software and programming. Ensure availability of spare parts for critical machine components. 

• ​Review existing equipment and identify modifications which improve functional reliability, reduce waste and downtime and/or reduce maintenance parts costs. 

• ​Collect, analyze and present Engineering data to evaluate projects. 

• ​Solve complex problems with in-depth evaluation of factors. 

• ​Participate in safety reviews of new equipment to ensure compliance with OSHA and Hollister safety standards. 

• ​Display a sense of urgency and support for Hollister and site initiatives. 

• ​Evaluate industrial technology, standards, and availability of commercial components and equipment to analyze/recommend vendors and prepare bid specifications. 

• ​Identify, evaluate and introduce new technology to existing processes to maximize process effectiveness. 

• ​Responsible for achieving competency in all identified skill requirements outlined in associated training profile for position. 

• ​Other duties and tasks as assigned.​ 

• ​​​Prolonged periods of sitting 

• ​Ability to interface with a computer for long periods of time 

• ​Frequently lift up to 20 pounds 

• ​Frequent movement over large manufacturing floor areas 

• ​Occasional exposure to oily/dirty, dusty, hot/cold extreme temperatures, and noisy environment 

• ​Occasional work with high voltage system 

• ​Regular use of PPE: hearing, eye, head, feet, hands and general body protective clothing and gear 

• ​Work on elevated platforms, use ladders and lifts 

• ​Operate automotive vehicles 

• ​Operate production and maintenance-related equipment and machinery 

• ​Use electronic instruments, hand tools and power tools 

• ​Flexible work schedule with varying start/stop times across all shifts as needed 

• ​Strong communication skills- communicates effectively to all facets of the organization – from hourly associates  to senior management  

• ​Able to shape the outcome of corporate driven projects as a team member ​​ 

Work Experience Requirements 

• Number of Overall Years Necessary: ​8-12​ 

• ​​Engineering project experience in a manufacturing environment preferred​ 

Education Requirements 

• ​​BS in Electrical Engineering or related discipline required, Master’s degree preferred​ 

Specialized Skills/Technical Knowledge: 

• ​​Familiarity with industrial controls equipment including Siemens S7, Allen Bradley, Control Logics, 505, and Rockwell PLCs 

• ​Programming skills (PLC, PC, HMI, vision, robot, etc.) 

• ​Creation and interpretation of electrical drawings and schematics proficiency 

• ​Microsoft Office, intermediate to expert level user in all applications 

• ​CAD experience preferred​ 

Local Specifications (English and Local Language): 

• ​​English​