Electrical Controls Engineer

JOB SUMMARY

Join our team at Scientific Protein Laboratories (SPL), a world leader in biosourced pharmaceuticals, located just outside of Madison, Wisconsin in Waunakee!  SPL is an innovative biopharmaceutical leader with unique products and services supporting the pharmaceutical industry globally.  For over 40 years, SPL specializes in the development and cGMP compliant manufacturing of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs).  SPL has an exciting opportunity to join the team as an Electrical & Controls Engineer.

This position is responsible for electrical utilities, fire and security systems, and other electrical/electronic and automated systems in a cGMP environment. The work includes directing, reviewing, coordinating, and approving electrical activities for facility needs and automation activities for production needs. They will design electrical systems for construction, maintenance, or repair projects and systems associated with facility operations.

Responsibilities include:

·         Prepare designs and layouts of electrical and mechanical systems with regard to size, space, capacities, and economy and provide technical specifications for electrical portions of construction, maintenance or repair projects which are to be accomplished by contract or internally.

·         Utilize Rockwell Automation Software to develop and maintain HMI and PLC programs to support automated utility and production control systems.

·         Assist with generating internal plant standards and protocols and monitoring contractor and technician work to ensure compliance with those standards.

·         Oversee electricians, electronic technicians, system integrators, and contract programmers to provide leadership in the maintenance department for electrical and instrumentation matters.

·         Manage capital projects to deliver high quality installations with on-time and on-budget execution.

·         Conduct field surveys to investigate existing equipment layouts and conditions.

·         Develop electrical policies and procedures related to maintenance of electrical and/or automated facilities, grounds, and equipment.

·         Ensure that department training meets cGMP, OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory requirements as they relate to electrical and instrument issues.

·         Analyze system needs, make calculations, and determine requirements for improvements as well as investigate codes and ensure that SPL installations meet the requirements.

·         Utilize vibration analysis, thermal analysis, and other predictive maintenance tools to improve plant reliability.

Job Requirements and Qualifications:

Experience: 2+ years of experience required, 5+ years preferred

Education: High school diploma or G.E.D. required, Bachelor degree or above in Electrical Engineering or related discipline preferred

WHY JOIN SPL?

Our employees are our success!  We recruit motivated people, recognize their contributions, and support their development to reach their full potential. 

Perks include: competitive compensation; excellent benefits package - including Medical, Dental and Vision on Day 1; Life and AD&D Insurance, and Short and Long-term Disability; Health and Flexible Saving Account options; Employee Assistance Program, generous vacation; paid Holidays; 401k; advancement opportunities; team-oriented environment; community involvement; company events and more!

SPL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, creed, disability, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other status protected by applicable local, state or federal law.