Electrical Engineering Manager
Location: Garner, NC
Company: Morris and Associates
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: Competitive Salary + Benefits
About us:
Morris & Associates is an employee-owned US-based, global provider of custom process cooling solutions. The company began in 1949 with a focus on providing process cooling solutions to the rapidly expanding poultry processing industry. Since then, we have expanded to provide process cooling solutions around the world for a variety of industries with Morris equipment currently found in 50 countries and 5 continents.
Innovation and an intense focus on building valuable partnerships with customers are key factors in our success as well as our reputation as a “go-to” source for the most challenging process cooling issues.
Another cornerstone of our success is our unique ability to lead complicated projects from the initial idea, through design/engineering and manufacturing, to installation as well as on-site service and support. We truly are a “one-stop-shop” in process cooling solutions.
https://morristhermal.com/
Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to join us as the Team Lead for Industrial control panel design. In this role, you will be responsible for leading a small team of Electrical Designers to design & develop Industrial control panels for various projects. Technical expertise, project management skills, and a strong knowledge of industrial control panel design will be essential to ensure the successful delivery of high-quality control systems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide guidance, mentorship, and technical leadership to a small team of designers involved in industrial control panel design projects.
- Coordinate and delegate tasks to team members, ensuring efficient utilization of resources and adherence to project timelines.
- Foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment, promoting knowledge sharing, skill development, and continuous improvement within the team.
- Identify training needs and provide constructive feedback to team members.
- Lead the design and development of industrial control Panels including electrical schematics, panel layouts, and component selection.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Mechanical Engineers, Automation Engineers, Project Managers, and Product Line Managers, to ensure the seamless integration of controls Panels with new and existing industrial Equipment.
- Conduct thorough technical reviews of control panel designs to identify potential issues, recommend improvements, and ensure compliance to Morris and Associates design standards and procedures.
- Stay updated on regulatory changes related to industrial control panel design and incorporate them into the team's practices.
- Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, including customers, and contractors to address technical queries, resolve issues, and ensure compliance with project specifications.
- Enforce existing standards and procedures.
- ensure compliance to UL508A standards, and NEC/NFPA codes and regulations.
- Create and maintain documentation, including design specifications, test procedures, user manuals, and as-built drawings to facilitate future troubleshooting, maintenance, and modifications.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in industrial control panel design and engineering
- Experience in leading and managing a team of designers or engineers.
- Experience with AutoCAD Electrical is preferred.
- Strong knowledge of relevant industry standards and regulations, such as UL and NEC/NFPA.
- Experience designing and testing Mixed Voltage control panels including 12-24VDC and 120-575VAC/ 1-3 Phase/ 50-60Hz.
- Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex technical issues and propose effective solutions.
- project management abilities, including the ability to prioritize tasks, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines.
- Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, to collaborate with cross-functional teams and engage with stakeholders.
- Strong attention to detail, with a focus on quality and accuracy in design and documentation.
Benefits:
- Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Vacation Time
- Sick Time
- Paid Time Off
- Life Insurance
- Long Term Disability
- ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)
Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
We look forward to welcoming a new member to our team!