Electrical Engineer II

Job Title: Electrical Engineer II

Location: White GA (On-site)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $130000 - $140000 annually (based on experience)

Company Introduction

This role is with a billion-dollar global tire manufacturing company operating a state-of-the-art highly automated production facility in White Georgia. The plant spans over 2 million square feet and utilizes proprietary automated production technology to manufacture millions of premium passenger car and light truck tires annually for the North American market. The company has operated in Georgia for over 20 years investing hundreds of millions of dollars in multiple facility expansions and employing over 1000 people at the White GA location. The facility has been recognized as a Georgia Manufacturer of the Year and holds ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications. The manufacturing environment features advanced PLC- controlled automation servo systems and cutting-edge production equipment.

This position is ideal for an experienced electrical engineer who thrives in a high-volume heavily automated manufacturing environment has deep expertise in PLC programming and controls systems and wants to make a direct impact on production reliability and efficiency at a world-class facility.

Role Overview

The Electrical Engineer II is a hands-on technically advanced role responsible for designing maintaining and improving large-scale electrical systems and automated machinery in a high-volume tire manufacturing environment. This individual will work directly with controls production maintenance and engineering teams to ensure electrical systems and automation equipment operate at peak performance and reliability.

Success in this role requires deep expertise in PLC programming (strong preference for Mitsubishi PLCs) motion control systems servo programming and advanced electrical troubleshooting down to the component level. The ideal candidate brings 710 years of hands-on electrical engineering experience in manufacturing is comfortable leading projects from concept through implementation and can work across departments to drive continuous improvement in equipment uptime and production efficiency.

Candidates with tire manufacturing experience are of particular interest though strong experience in other high-volume automated manufacturing environments will be considered.

Core Responsibilities

• Design develop and improve large-scale electrical systems and machinery used in high-volume tire manufacturing and production.
• Oversee the testing installation and maintenance of electrical equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety.
• Design or modify electrical control systems to boost machine reliability productivity and uptime.
• Program troubleshoot and modify PLC and servo control programs with strong preference for Mitsubishi PLC experience.
• Diagnose and resolve complex electrical and mechanical issues down to the component level.
• Calibrate electrical systems and components to ensure optimal performance across production equipment.
• Identify and repair faults in PLC systems motion control systems and automated production equipment.
• Collaborate with vendors contractors engineers and maintenance teams to ensure systems meet design and operational standards.
• Leverage computer-aided design (CAD) tools and engineering software to develop and refine electrical system designs.
• Partner with planning and design teams to ensure equipment and tooling support efficient high-quality production.
• Evaluate equipment proposals specifications and technical manuals to assess feasibility and recommend improvements.
• Lead engineering teams in building test equipment and developing procedures for system testing and validation.
• Monitor installations and recommend design changes to prevent malfunctions and improve system reliability.
• Use data and statistical methods to forecast equipment capabilities and support long-term manufacturing goals.
• Manage projects from initial concept through full implementation coordinating across multiple departments.
• Work with vendors and contractors to source parts equipment and services efficiently and cost-effectively.

Required Background

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or Electrical Engineering Technology (BSEET) from an accredited four-year college or university.
• 7 to 10 years of hands-on experience in electrical engineering roles preferably in manufacturing power systems or related industries.
• Strong foundation in both theory and practical application of electrical systems controls and automation.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in fast-paced technical environments.
• Advanced troubleshooting ability capable of diagnosing and resolving complex electrical and mechanical issues to the component level.
• Proficiency in programming and troubleshooting motion control systems with strong preference for Mitsubishi PLC experience.
• Ability to read interpret troubleshoot and modify complex PLC and servo control programs.
• Experience designing or modifying electrical control systems to improve machine reliability and productivity.
• Capable of calibrating electrical systems and components for optimal performance.
• Experienced in identifying and repairing faults in PLC systems.
• Proficiency with CAD software and other engineering tools.
• Strong communication organization and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and coordinate across teams.
• Willingness to work nights weekends and holidays as needed to support operations.

Compensation & Perks

• Competitive base salary up to $140000 annually based on experience and
• qualifications.
• Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates with 10 years of manufacturing experience.
• Comprehensive health dental and vision insurance.
• Life insurance short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Matching 401(K) retirement plan.
• Paid time off.
• Hospital indemnity critical illness and accident insurance.
• HSA and FSA options.
• Pet insurance.
• Childcare benefits (TOOTRiS).
• Homebuyer program.
• Car buying program.
• Opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art 2M square foot manufacturing facility with cutting-edge automation technology.
• Stable long-term employment with a billion-dollar global manufacturer operating in 100 countries.