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2d ago

Downstream Engineer

Alpla Inc. Bowling Green, KY

Bowling Green, KY

2d ago

Full time Electrical Engineering Automation Controls Engineering

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Job Description

The Downstream Engineer role focuses on maintaining optimal performance and reliability across automated downstream manufacturing systems. In this onsite position in Bowling Green, KY, you will apply mechanical, electrical, and control systems expertise to improve uptime, integration, and efficiency for post-production processes.

Downstream Systems Scope

You will support automated downstream equipment and processes, including product handling, packaging, palletizing, labeling, and automated material flow. The work includes troubleshooting performance issues, improving system integration, and driving continuous improvement for manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and resolve performance issues in automated downstream equipment, including robotics, conveyors, packaging, and palletizing systems
Analyze system performance data to identify process improvement opportunities and equipment optimization needs
Develop and maintain equipment documentation, engineering standards, and maintenance procedures
Support integration of PLC, HMI, and networked control systems within manufacturing operations
Lead or assist with capital projects covering automation upgrades, layout changes, and system retrofits
Collaborate with maintenance and operations teams to support compliance with safety and quality standards
Provide technical training and support to maintenance and production staff
Lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA) activities with cross-functional teams; Greenbelt/Blackbelt

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Electrical, or Mechatronics Engineering (or related field) preferred
5+ years of experience in an automated or high-speed manufacturing environment preferred

Preferred Technical Skills

Proficiency with PLCs, robotics, motion systems, and industrial automation technologies
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on root cause analysis and reliability engineering
Experience with project management, vendor coordination, and system commissioning is preferred
Greenbelt or Blackbelt certified preferred
RCA leadership training and skill set preferred
Background and training facilitation preferred

Technologies

PLC, HMI
Robotics
Motion systems
Industrial automation technologies
Networked control systems

Performance Metrics

Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE): 90% target for downstream systems
Unplanned Downtime Reduction: year-over-year decrease of 10%
Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF): continuous improvement based on historical baseline
Mean Time to Repair (MTTR): target reduction of 15% through troubleshooting and maintenance planning
Root Cause Analysis (RCA) Completion Rate: 100% of major equipment failures investigated with formal RCA
Corrective Action Implementation: 90% of recommended improvements implemented within agreed timelines
Automation Improvement Projects: minimum of 2 cost-saving or process-enhancing projects completed per year

Competencies

Ensures Accountability
Decision Quality
Communicates Effectively
Instills Trust
Collaborates
Values Differences
Drives Results

Physical Demands

Regularly required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms; very occasionally to climb or balance
Regularly required to talk and hear
Occasionally required to sit
Must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 lbs, frequently lift and/or move up to 30 lbs, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 lbs
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) with company match
Childcare and dependent care savings programs
Paid vacation and holidays
Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
Tuition reimbursement and educational assistance programs
Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits
Career growth and advancement opportunities
Employee recognition programs
Hands-on training and professional development
A stable, growing company committed to sustainability

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1mo ago

Electrical Project Engineer

Essity Bowling Green, KY

Bowling Green, KY

1mo ago Closed

Full time Electrical Engineering AutoCAD Control Systems

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Sep 2, 2026).

Job Description

Join Essity in Bowling Green, KY (onsite) and help keep high-speed manufacturing running safely and efficiently. As an Electrical Project Engineer, you will lead capital projects from concept through commissioning while partnering with operations to troubleshoot equipment, improve electrical controls, and support throughput and waste reduction.

What you’ll get

United Healthcare PPO / EyeMed Vision Insurance / Delta Dental Insurance
Wellness program through Rally
Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
401(k) with employer match and annual employer base contribution
Company-paid coverage: Basic Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability
PTO with Paid Holidays
Scholarship program for children of Essity employees

Responsibilities

Lead and manage capital projects from concept through commissioning.
Develop project scopes, cost estimates, and schedules.
Oversee installation, startup, and validation of new equipment.
Own and maintain site electrical distribution systems.
Provide hands-on troubleshooting support for high-speed converting lines and packaging equipment.
Program PLCs, HMIs, drives, and motion control systems.
Optimize electrical controls to improve throughput and waste reduction.
Ensure compliance with NFPA 70E, NEC, OSHA, and other applicable safety standards.
Serve as a technical resource for operators and technicians.
Develop and manage a control system obsolescence strategy.

Required qualifications

BS degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
3+ years of project engineering experience in manufacturing
Experience with CAD tools such as AutoCAD or ePlan
Strong troubleshooting skills
PLC programming experience with Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or Mitsubishi
Working knowledge of VFDs, servo systems, and motion control
Strong project management and organizational skills
Clear communication skills in verbal and written form
Knowledge of machine vision systems and barcode readers
Exposure to OPC, MES, and DDE would be a plus
Strong knowledge of control systems and power distribution

Tools and technologies

AutoCAD, ePlan
Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Mitsubishi
PLC, HMI
OPC, MES, DDE

Job Requisition ID: Essity263576

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