Lead Electrical / Automation Engineer (Experienced Professional)
About the role
This opportunity is in Norwood, NC, nestled by Lake Tillery in the North Carolina Piedmont region between the Carolina coast and the Blue Ridge Mountains. Norwood is conveniently located within an hour of major cities like Charlotte, Concord, and more!
Responsibilities
- Create initial designs, assist to define functional specifications for new machines and systems, develop estimates and budget, assure procurement of parts and systems, monitors electrical equipment fabrication, conduct vendor/contractor management, deliver complete and current technical documentation, and oversee installation and startup of projects.
- Have hands-on involvement with equipment and processes by being available to the operators and maintenance personnel and gaining detailed knowledge of the process.
- Provide technical expertise in the maintenance, modification and installation of equipment and machinery in the tire manufacturing process, including technical assistance for problem solving analysis.
- Participate in all facets of project management including: Economic justification, design, vendors/procurement, installation, start-up, qualification, machine acceptance, training for operations & maintenance, project reviews and technical documentation.
- Provide liaison between facility engineering, central quality, methods and purchasing teams, and equipment suppliers to assure good mutual system requirement understanding.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering along with demonstrated successful project management experience. Associates degree with extensive experience may be considered.
- Proven electrical design skills, and the ability to deal with electrical, electronic and mechanical tire manufacturing equipment.
- Minimum of 5 years industrial electrical design experience, preferably in manufacturing/industrial equipment.
- Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills. Demonstrated ability to set and achieve goals with minimum supervision.
- The applicant must be able to develop positive relationships with customers. Well organized and able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Demonstrated solid teamwork, communication, and planning skills required.
- Previous project management experience or team leadership experience is preferred. Strong communication skills with the ability to influence and resolve issues. Both written and verbal communication skills are essential.
- Ability to communicate with French counterparts on technical issues is preferred.
- Maintain a high degree of confidentiality in dealing with outside contractors and equipment suppliers.
- Experience with AutoCAD electrical latest version and PLC programming (i.e. Allen-Bradley) is required.
- Robot (Yaskawa), vision system (Keyence or Cognex), and Measurement (laser profilometer) experience is a plus.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Project, and PowerPoint).
Qualifications
Ready to Shape the Future of Innovation? Michelin is building a world-leading manufacturer of life-changing composites and experiences. Pioneering engineered materials for more than 130 years, Michelin is uniquely positioned to make decisive contributions to human progress and a more sustainable world. Drawing on its deep know-how in polymer composite materials, Michelin is constantly innovating to manufacture high-quality tires and components for critical applications in demanding fields as varied as mobility, construction, aeronautics, low-carbon energies and healthcare. The care placed in its products and deep customer knowledge inspire Michelin to offer the finest experiences. This spans from providing data- and AI-based connected solutions for professional fleets to recommending outstanding restaurants and hotels curated by the MICHELIN Guide.
Skills
- Project Management
- Electrical Design
- Technical Specification
- Design, Analysis, Installation Management
- Automation/Electrical Systems
- Vendor/Contractor Management
- Technical Documentation
- Equipment Start-Up and Manufacturing
- Interpersonal and Leadership Skills
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Problem Solving
- Confidentiality
- AutoCAD Electrical
- PLC Programming
- Robot (Yaskawa)
- Vision System (Keyence or Cognex)
- Measurement (laser profilometer)
- Microsoft Office Applications
Benefits
Michelin provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors. Consistent with these obligations, Michelin also provides reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs.
Pay
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Schedule
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