Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer - Axalta Coating Systems

Axalta has remained at the forefront of the coatings industry by continually investing in innovative solutions. We engineer technologies that protect customers' products - whether they are battling heat, light, corrosion, abrasion, moisture, or chemicals - and add dimension and beauty with colourful finishes. We have a vast and ever-evolving portfolio of brands primed to play an important part in everything from modernizing infrastructure around the world to enabling the next generation of electric and autonomous vehicles.

The Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer will support the Mt. Clemens site in the area of electrical distribution, instrumentation, and low voltage electrical equipment and the reliability of such equipment. This role will also support the project design team in new projects, front end loading, and process hazards support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain technical knowledge of 13.2kV, 4.16kV and 480V switchgear, protective relay application and testing, 480V motor control centers and motors, 120VAC uninterruptible power systems. Lead site electrical safety team and maintain site arch-flash analysis.
• Develop, design and document applications of instrumentation and control systems to integrate with the existing PLC and distributed control systems here at the plant.
• Evaluate the existing instrumentation and utilizing engineering design practices.
• Recommend, source, and ensure proper installation of new instruments in a manner that will provide accurate, reliable process control.
• Provide hands-on assistance to Electrical and Instrumentation Technicians with troubleshooting instrumentation problems including system calibration.
• Assist in developing capital project programs for new equipment and major repairs.
• Provide support for our Alarm Management and SIS initiatives. Participate in PHA's and LOPAs.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related engineering field.
• 7 years professional work experience
• 3 years or more of work experience in Electrical & Instrumentation design
• Proficient with AutoCAD
• Understanding of OSHA, NFPA, NEC, engineering standards
• Working knowledge of controls systems (Rockwell, Siemens, etc.)
• Working knowledge of controls protocols (Ethernet, Modbus, Profibus, etc.)
• Working knowledge of the different elements of an electrical cabinet
• Understanding of motor controls and VFDs
• Understand how to size components (fuses, disconnects, power supplies, arc flash, etc.)
• Understanding of how to perform an electrical/controls safety review.
• ISA standard experience preferred.

Axalta operates its business in two segments: Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings, which serve four end markets, including Refinish, Industrial, Light Vehicle and Commercial Vehicle, across North America, EMEA, Latin America and Asia-Pacific. Our diverse global footprint allows us to deliver solutions in over 140+ countries and coat 30 million vehicles per year. We've recently set an exciting 2040 carbon neutrality goal, in addition to 10 other sustainability initiatives, and we take pride in working with our customers to optimize their businesses and achieve their goals.