Lead Project Engineer - Electrical

JOB SUMMARY:

This position is to support a Sr. Manager by supervising electrical engineering staff, and to be responsible for the team subset of project management and electrical engineering services. The position will involve coaching other engineers of their projects in their full scope from initial estimating, proposal submission, construction and start-up. The position will also be available to assist manufacturing plants with safety, quality, process optimization and productivity improvements.

MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES (not all inclusive):

• Major focus will be on projects related to the manufacturing plants.
• Team building, performance coaching, task delegation, and lead other project engineers.
• Develop project scopes; estimate equipment, installations, and engineering costs and prepare project schedules for Appropriation Requests.
• Complete and/or assist other engineers for all project assignments within established scope, budget, and schedule.
• Lead in design of and/or oversee preparation of construction drawings package for capital projects.
• Oversee field construction activities.
• Lead project start-ups.
• Specification and procurement of equipment and engineering and construction services.
• Work with existing facilities for maintenance, repair and improvement projects.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• BS in Electrical Engineering, minimum of 5 years of electrical engineering, Allen-Bradley PLC programming, and iFix HMI, with at least 2-3 years in a lead or supervisor capacity.
• Experience in wallboard or equivalent manufacturing plant and process a plus
• Familiarity with National Electrical Code and how to utilize a must.
• Familiarity with how to design power and motor circuits is a must.
• Knowledge of transformers, switchgear, and major power components and their specifications.
• Familiarity of electrical system coordination studies and how to interpret a plus.
• Knowledge of AC variable speed drives and their specifications a must
• Knowledge of Motor Control Centers and their specifications a must
• Ability to specify and set up field instrumentation
• Familiarity with ARC Flash requirements and NFPA-70 a plus
• Ability to plan and coordinate a project from start to finish.
• Ability to handle multiple projects.
• Excellent Project Management skills
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Computer skills - Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, networking architecture, setup and troubleshooting, loading software and drivers
• The position will be in Charlotte NC, with travel expected to be up to 50% of the time

Competitive Salary, with a general salary range of $111,744.00 to $139,680.00, or higher depending on education and experience.

Relocation assistance eligible.

BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits to include:
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k) with employer match
• Retirement Account
• Parental Leave
• Fertility Services
• Adoption Assistance
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible spending accounts
• Wellness Program with medical premium incentives
• And more…
• COVID Vaccine Personal Choice Employer
• Interested / Qualified candidates, please apply online
• No phone calls or third-party recruiters, please
• Employment ready applicants only

COMPANY INFORMATION:

National Gypsum Company, headquartered in Charlotte, NC, is the exclusive service provider of reliable, high-performance building products marketed under the Gold Bond, ProForm and PermaBASE brands. The National Gypsum name - through its Gold Bond, ProForm and PermaBASE product lines - has been synonymous with high-quality, innovative products, and exceptional customer service since 1925.

For decades, we have saved our customers time and money by providing the industry's best, most reliable building products, resources and services. We are Building Products for a Better Future one project at a time.

National Gypsum Company operates as a family of companies working together toward a common goal with collaboration and open communication. Our corporate entities include: NG Corporate, LLC; National Gypsum Services Company; Gold Bond Building Products, LLC; Gold Bond Canada, LLC; ProForm Finishing Products, LLC; PermaBASE Building Products, LLC; and Unifix Inc.

HIRING ENTITY: National Gypsum Company

The above information on this description has been designated to indicate the general nature and level of work. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of an associate assigned to this position. The company enforces a tobacco-free policy at all its locations.

All National Gypsum Company and corporate affiliate companies, including: NG Corporate, LLC, National Gypsum Services Company, Gold Bond Building Products, LLC, Gold Bond Canada, LLC, ProForm Finishing Products, LLC, PermaBASE Building Products, LLC and Unifix Inc , are Equal Opportunity Employers. Please visit www.nationalgypsum.com to view all of our exciting employment opportunities. Employment contingent upon successful completion of background investigation. Pre-employment drug screening is required. All companies participate in E-Verify. E-Verify is an internet-based system that compares information from an employee's Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records to confirm employment eligibility. www.dhs.gov/e-verify.