Electrical Engineering Manager

WestRock - Orlando, FL

Full-time - Manager

Orlando, FL

Paper Manufacturing

About the position

The Electrical Engineering Manager will lead a team of electrical and automation engineers in the design and development of high-speed automated packaging equipment. This role involves full functional and technical management responsibility, ensuring projects are completed on time and to specifications while implementing best practices and emerging technologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop, review and enforce engineering standards for product development, wiring schematics, BOM generation, PLC and HMI Code.
• Lead a team of engineers working on custom automation solutions by assigning projects and setting priorities.
• Ensure designs meet NEC, MFPA70 and UL508 standards.
• Ensure programming meets IEC standards LD, IL, SFC and ST.
• Coordinate with project managers, manufacturing, supply chain and mechanical engineers to ensure projects are completed to specifications.
• Establish relationships with customer-facing organizations, vendors and suppliers.
• Draw up budgets, schedules, education and training.
• Ensure a safe, positive work environment.
• Drive development projects by directing and influencing cross-functional teams.
• Manage subcontractors and their work to meet design requirements within project timelines.
• Support the Technical Sales managers on platform production projects.
• Respond to questions, troubleshoot, provide studies and estimates.
• Provide cost-effective solutions to problems affecting the customer product while maintaining the integrity of the design.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering from an ABET accredited program.
• 3 or more years of functional management experience and +10 years in electrical or mechanical engineering.
• Experience in organizational change management.
• Extensive practical experience in electrical engineering, high-speed automation or electromechanical equipment.
• PLC programming including Siemens and Allen-Bradley controllers.
• Experience in a high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environment.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Practical experience with CAD software, PLM systems and engineering change management.
• Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Excellent motivational skills and multitasking abilities.

Nice-to-haves

• Packaging Machinery Equipment experience is a plus.

Benefits

• Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities.
• An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential.
• Benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k with match and more!
• Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.