Vacancies Electrical Controls Engineer Waukegan
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Job Location:
Waukegan, IL - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 96000 - 110000
Posted on:
19 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
About AkzoNobel
Since 1792 weve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color peoples lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands including Dulux International Sikkens and Interpon is trusted by customers around the globe. Were active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. Its what youd expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company thats dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today while creating an even better tomorrow. Lets paint the future together.
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Job Purpose
The Electrical / Controls Engineer position supports the site in their manufacturing electrical and automation journey through technical capability to specify install maintain and safeguard electrical Industrial Control Systems (ICS) and associated systems. The Electrical / Controls Engineer further collaborates with site and regional teams to augment existing instrumentation and controls capabilities capture future opportunities and create road maps for automation projects that support business objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Control Systems Excellence:
Primarily responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the site electrical instrumentation and control (I&C) systems including performing minor changes to switchgears PLC system routine maintenance and backups troubleshooting assistance creating preventative maintenance (PM) and asset life-cycle plans creating spare parts strategies and training site personnel on I&C use and maintenance
Determine necessary OEM and third-party support contract needs for control systems
Provide expertise on electrical instrumentation and control system design for capital and expense projects specifying equipment (disconnects conduits PLC I/O instrumentation) topologies communication protocols and collaborating with other discipline engineering
Develop update and maintain the site digital map including network architecture equipment locations IP / MAC addresses used and available cable routes etc.
Collaborate with the Regional Digital Deployment Teams in preparation of digital initiatives (i.e. shutdown management performance portal communication boards etc.)
Act as Site Cyber Security Officer to ensure AkzoNobel policies and standards are implemented and accurately reported execute periodic risk/vulnerability assessments work with OEMs to mitigate found deficiencies and lead and train on the control systems security program at the site
Process Safety Management:
Maintain data and records for electrical I&C systems related to Process Safety Management (PSM) processes including safe operating limits control system logic diagrams loop drawings and critical process interlocks
Identify critical instrumentation and control system equipment maintain up-to-date lists and ensure identified equipment is maintained appropriately
Participate in plant Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) studies including HazOps LOPAs etc. providing instrumentation and control system expertise for functional safety.
Collaboration:
Maintains good working relationships with OEM and third-party providers of I&C systems and manages contractors and service providers while on site
Liaison with Information Management (IM) OEMs and contractors in maintaining site industrial control system security
Recognize the need for and seek professional advice and/or assistance for areas beyond specific knowledge and experience
Keep close coordination with Digital Architect & ISC Cybersecurity Officer for functional support and guidance.
Job Requirements
Technical Skills
Bachelor of Science in electrical engineering instrumentation engineering or engineering technology
Minimum 5 years of relevant work experience; experience in a chemical or paints & coatings environment a plus
Hands-on control system experience in large high volume manufacturing facilities
Experience in programming and troubleshooting electrical and PLC systems; experience with ABB and Rockwell systems a plus.
Previous experience with factory digital transformation and automation programs
Knowledge of cybersecurity network architecture and data collection methodologies
Experience in different communication protocols (Profibus Modbus serial ethernet wireless etc.)
Field instrumentation and VFD (ABB and Rockwell) programming and troubleshooting experience
Experience with safety instrumented systems (SIS) a plus
Soft Skills
Demonstrated ability to foster positive relationships with production employees peers and manufacturing management
Must be able to work with minimal direct guidance or direction from others
Must have experience managing multiple projects and working on and/or leading multi-disciplined teams or workgroups
Benefits
Base salary range for this role is: $96000 to $110000. This is the range that we in good faith anticipate relying on when setting wages for this position. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.
401K retirement savings with 6% company match
Medical insurance with HSA
Dental Vision Life AD&D benefits
Generous vacation sick and holiday pay
Short & Long term disability
Paid Parental leave after 1 year
Career growth opportunities
Active Diversity & Inclusion Networks
Employee referral bonus
Employee appreciation days
Competencies
At AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey as setting the foundations for a diverse environment. For this reason we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when our organization all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age or disability.
Requisition ID: 50844
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Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Electrical Engineering
- Lighting Design
- System Design
- Firmware
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- LabView
- PCB
- CAD
- Fpga
- Autocad
- Programmable Logic Controllers
- Revit
About Company
We’ve been pioneering a world of possibilities to bring surfaces to life for well over 200 years. As experts in making coatings, there’s a good chance you’re only ever a few meters away from one of our products. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sik ... View more
