• Job Description

  Req#: 8184

  Company Statement

  Graham Packaging is a people, planet and values-based company and a leader in sustainable packaging manufacturing. From the kitchen to the laundry room, Graham Packaging is part of your everyday life. For employees at Graham, our Blue Culture is part of their everyday lives, too. In other words, Blue is how we do things here. At Graham, we are united by a clear vision. We know our part and help those around us know theirs, encouraging one another to continuously improve. We create a safe, challenging environment to innovate by supporting creative ideas and new ways of thinking. We take the initiative to cultivate our individual growth and help others do the same, while keeping ourselves and one another accountable. And we actively promote cooperation, collaboration, integrity and respect across regions and teams to foster an engaged, diverse and connected workforce. We value our employees, and a Blue Culture allows for the most rewarding employee experience as part of the Graham family. Blue is how we feel about what we do—together—to create a better tomorrow. Working at Graham means you lead constructively with clear goals, use diverse thinking to drive excellence, accountability, innovation, as well as demonstrating collaboration, embracing learning, and taking action for continuous improvement and growth.

  Overview

  The Technical Services Engineering Manager will manage a team of automation engineers focused on providing service support for Graham Packaging globally. This manager will be responsible for developing experts that will resolve and prevent problems in the field. The position requires an individual with a strong background in electrical engineering/automation leadership that can implement good engineering practices.

  Responsibilities

  • Manage the resource schedule for a team of technical service engineers
  • Manage all Automation service request via Links
  • Develop expertise and provide support for GPC proprietary equipment
    • Graham Wheel
    • VR Wheel
    • Universal IML (uIML)
    • Tornado Leak Tester
    • Positive Take Out units (PTO’s)
  • Provide support for non GPC proprietary equipment
    • Remote support
    • Dispatch service engineer for emergencies
    • Dispatch service engineer for scheduled work
    • Provide contacts for additional resources
  • Responsible for quality of service
  • Create best practices and standard work instructions for the team
  • Will be responsible for small to mid-size control upgrades
    • Downstream equipment upgrades
    • Resin control upgrades
    • Antiquated control systems migration and upgrades
  • Will be responsible to support/assist with line/equipment relocation projects
    • Ensure work is completed to standard and on schedule
    • Advise project management team in making critical decisions that affect the line/equipment
  • Responsible for maintaining an environment that increases the engineers’ engagement, and encourages career development.
    • Engineering specialists
    • Career development path
    • Identifying strengths and weaknesses
    • Develop countermeasures to prevent unforeseen gaps in our service
    • Avoid focusing on area that do not require growth
  • 25 to 50 percent travel will be expected

  Qualifications

  Core Proficiencies and Skills

  The following skills and proficiencies are desirable for the position:

  • Expert in the engineering of electrical components and assemblies
  • Expert in applying systematic problem solving in an engineering environment
  • Expert in authoring technical reports, documents, white papers
  • Extensive knowledge in managing and developing a team of engineering professionals
  • Extensive knowledge in driving change, including design standards and engineering best practices, through a technical organization
  • Strong understanding of electrical engineering principals
  • Able to develop technically rigorous engineering studies
  • Expert knowledge of electrical control systems
  • Extensive knowledge of project management for mid-size to large projects
  • Strong communication skills
  • Expert electrical troubleshooting skills
  • Advance knowledge of hydraulics and electro / mechanical systems
  • Advance knowledge of PID control (functionality and tuning)
  • Expert knowledge of AC and DC drives
    • Yaskawa
    • ABB
    • Emerson
    • Siemens
    • Bardac
  • Expert PLC programming experience.
    • Beckhoff
    • B&R
    • Allen Bradley
    • Automation Direct
    • Siemens
  • Expert HMI programming experience
    • Indusoft
    • Wonderware
    • Allen Bradley
    • Ignition
  • Expert knowledge of servo drives and controls
  • Experience with AutoCad or 2D schematic CAD software
  • Expert knowledge of NEC, NFPA70Em and UL508A as well as best practices for control panel design
  • Expert Knowledge on international electrical panel codes
  • Expert in Factory IIoT

  Education and/or Work Experience Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Controls Engineering
  • 5+ years in a management role for a team of electrical engineers at a company known for high quality engineering work
  • 15+ years engineering experience working directly with electrical control systems for a high paced manufacturing company
  • Experience working as a design engineer in an environment that applied good engineering practices
  • Experience reviewing and approving electrical engineering schematics

  The standard compensation for this role is $107,900 - $161,800. Salary offers will be determined based on final candidate qualifications, experience, skillset, and other relevant factors.

  Compensation Statement

  The expected salary range for the position described in this posting is made in accordance with the legal mandates of certain jurisdictions within the United States. The final agreed-upon compensation is based on individual qualifications and experience.

  Benefits Statement

  Benefits include medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in the company’s 401K Employee Saving Plan and may participate in its Employee Wellness Program. Employees will also receive paid time off in accordance with company policy and state law requirements.

  EEO Disclaimer

  Graham Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, religion, creed, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

• About the company

  As a leading plastic packaging manufacturer, Graham helps global customers match their products with innovative, sustainable plastic packaging solutions.

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