Electrical Project Control Engineer

As an Electrical Project Control Engineer, you will be responsible for scoping, engineering, designing, and installing projects in the Circleville facility. This includes both new installations and modifications to existing process. You will manage complex projects that involve engineering disciplines beyond electrical engineering in some cases. This responsibility includes working closely with and supervising contractors, other supervisors, operations and maintenance personnel, vendors, purchasing, and EHS to assure a high level of achievement in safety, quality and productivity.

PPG offers excellent Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits; matching 401k + retirement savings; and Paid Vacation, Holiday pay. You will work at the Circleville, OH facility and report to the Engineering Services Manager.

Responsibilities:

• Develop project plans, the incumbent must be able to conceptualize systems and communicate these plans to technical and non-technical personnel.
• Create scope documents, obtain engineering and construction bids, write ACT requests, oversee construction, schedule and coordinate system outages, and assist in the startup operation of projects.
• Develop project budgets and schedules to drive the completion of the project within the constraints of both.
• Track project spending from conception to commissioning and communicate spending trends to the appropriate people in the organization and adjust throughout the project to stay within authorization amounts.
• Assist in diagnosis of operational problems and maintenance troubleshooting is also required
• Oversee process control installations, improvements, infrastructure, plant power distribution, and supporting systems in the Resin Plant.
• Development and institution of operating and training programs related to projects, and the skill sets of maintenance and operations personnel.
• Assure that all necessary OSHA PSM, TS16949, and environmental permitting requirements are met.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related engineering field.
• 5 years of controls / DCS / PLC experience
• Experience with Allen-Bradley PLC programming process instrumentation in an industrial environment or willingness to learn.
• Experience with GE Proficy iFix SCADA, HMI, and historian software is a plus.
• Communication plans for technical and non-technical personnel; must have excellent problem-solving skills; and can conceptualize systems

About us: 

PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD® 

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Agile. Data-driven. Empowered. We take smart risks to stay ahead of the competition. We work proactively with agility, using quality data to develop solutions that create value.  

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Productive. Collaborative. Accountable. No matter our role, we identify problems, take ownership and always bring solutions. We are both proactive and responsive to drive continuous improvement and deliver results. We support our frontline, the faces of PPG to our customers.   

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PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.  

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PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.  
Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.  Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process. 

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