Job Title: Electrical Project Manager

Job Description

We are seeking an Electrical Project Manager to join our team and contribute to our market share growth in the Metals industry. The successful candidate will manage, design, checkout, and commission PLC-controlled equipment, ensuring project execution aligns with industry standards and client expectations.

Responsibilities

Manage, design, checkout, and commission PLC-controlled equipment in the metals industry, including material handling systems, process control systems, and more.Understand and program PLC and HMI code and relate it to machine or process operation.Study schematics, equipment layouts, manuals, and other specifications to determine installation and wiring procedures.Install or oversee the installation of equipment per manufacturer's specifications.Consult with mechanical engineering personnel to resolve operational and maintenance issues.Interpret maintenance manuals, schematics, and wiring diagrams to repair equipment using standard test instruments and hand tools.Instruct and direct workers in building OEM equipment.Supervise client's personnel in testing, tuning, and adjusting equipment for optimal performance.Advise management on customer satisfaction, product performance, and product improvement suggestions.Travel up to 25% based on project workload.Collaborate with equipment manufacturing personnel to develop conduit layouts, shipping splits, and checkout procedures.Work in a heavy industrial environment.Provide system training post-installation.Build long-term relationships with customers.Answer customer support calls post-shipment and liaise with mechanical project engineers on technical issues.Coordinate with in-house panel shop and electricians to build control panels and test wiring.Manage designers and automation engineers assigned to projects.Implement and follow project schedules and budgets in conjunction with the mechanical project manager.Multitask to manage multiple projects concurrently with different teams.

Essential Skills

PLC programmingProject managementControls engineeringHMI programmingElectrical design5+ years of industrial automation experienceAbility to read and modify PLC codingHands-on experience in management

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Electrical Engineering or technology backgroundStrong technical aptitudeExperience in designing and commissioning industrial control systemsExposure to programming, designing, and commissioning PLCs, drives, and automation systemsInterest in mechanical systemsGood communication skillsExperience with Siemens, Rockwell, and Wonderware platformsProficiency in MS Office, PowerPoint, and ExcelExperience with AutoCad ElectricalAC and DC drive systems commissioningProcess line and robotic experienceExperience in steel, automotive, paper, plastics, or food industries

Work Environment

The role is primarily onsite with possible travel up to 25% per year based on project demands. The environment is heavy industrial, requiring collaboration with various teams and personnel to ensure project success.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of ALLIANCE, Ohio.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $110000.00/yr.

Will send benefits dureing interview process.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Akron,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 12, 2025.

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