Electrical Engineer - Sheet Finishing

Work onsite in Davenport, IA as an Electrical Engineer coordinating capital projects across the Plate department from concept through closure. In this role at Arconic, you will tackle multi-discipline challenges, build electrical and control solutions that improve reliability, and support equipment and process improvements. You will also help strengthen engineering capability by mentoring other engineers, when needed.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all phases of assigned area electrical engineering projects, including concept, scope development, written specifications, bid solicitations, design, manufacturing, equipment commissioning, and project closure.
• Lead and participate in problem solving with multi-discipline technical teams, maintenance, and production.
• Use PI Vision and Data Link to analyze process issues and contribute to solutions.
• Create and develop electrical control solutions supporting process improvements and improving equipment reliability.
• Assist production and maintenance with equipment and process issues.
• Support PLC/HMI and controls redesign and upgrades for existing processes.
• Install and troubleshoot camera systems on industrial equipment.
• Incorporate SMART Manufacturing principles and tools into automated inspection systems to improve processes, data collection and analysis, and drive quick results in recovery improvements.
• May mentor employees to increase knowledge of equipment and process, when needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution, or a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology with at least 3 years of experience.
• Authorization to work in the United States is required. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at hire.
• Access to controlled technology is required as defined by the Export Administration Regulations (15 C.F.R. §730, et seq.) and/or ITAR. Appropriate authorizations from relevant government agencies may be required to meet export control compliance requirements.

Technologies

• PI Vision, Data Link
• PLC/HMI
• SMART Manufacturing
• Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Project
• Rockwell programming software (RS Logix, FactoryView)
• AC/DC drives & motors
• Ethernet cameras

Preferred (Exceptional Candidates Possess)

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution
• 3–6 years of Electrical Engineering experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Project programs
• Good oral and written communication skills across shop floor, peers, and plant leadership settings
• Minimum of 3 years experience designing, installing, maintaining electromechanical systems
• Manufacturing experience in a highly industrial environment
• 1–3 years experience with PLCs, HMIs, AC/DC drives & motors, measuring devices, and ethernet cameras
• Proficiency with Rockwell programming software (RS Logix and FactoryView)
• 3 years or more of experience leading electrical projects
• Demonstrated success as a project implementation manager, including budget and schedule development

Location and Schedule

The Electrical Engineer reports to the Lead Electrical Engineer in the department and works Monday through Friday during daytime hours. Support for off-shifts is provided as needed for assigned projects.

Mentoring

As a seasoned Electrical Engineer, you will serve as a mentor to other engineers, including new hires and interns.