Corporate Project Engineer - Electrical

ASR Group is the world’s largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar, with an annual production capacity of more than 6 million tons of sugar. The company produces a full line of grocery, industrial, food service and specialty sweetener products. Across North America, ASR Group owns and operates six sugar refineries, located in Louisiana, New York, California, Maryland, Canada and Mexico. In Europe, the company owns and operates sugar refineries in England and Portugal. ASR Group also owns and operates mills in Mexico and Belize. The company’s brand portfolio includes the leading brands Domino®, C&H®, Redpath®, Tate & Lyle®, Lyle’s® and Sidul®.

OVERVIEW

This key Engineering talent oversees electrical infrastructure projects and guiding local employees on maintenance and inspection routines across ASR North American sites.  Primary responsibilities include providing guidance on routine inspection and maintenance of 4160V/480V power distribution systems, tracking progress against completion schedules, and the development & execution plan for large scale capital projects.

The ideal candidate has experience as a field technician working with 4160V and 480V switchgear and experience delivering capital projects on similar equipment.  This person will support all five North American refineries, ensuring consistent practices are being executed across the group. 

DETAILED ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Act as subject matter expert on electrical engineering driving execution approach.  Set best practices across the enterprise and develop plans for implementation of these as identified
• Manages project coordination, prioritization and adherence to construction means and methods, assure execution of engineering and Food Safety design standards
• Assist the refineries in application of switchgear maintenance plans
  • Develop inspection and maintenance standards in accordance with NFPA 70B
  • Guide the local plant EEs to develop achievable schedules
  • Witness sample inspections & maintenance to ensure quality control
  • Log equipment inspection completion dates for corporate auditing purposes
• Provide site Operations with guidance on long-term capital investment needs and perform gap analysis
• Prioritize projects and develop schedules across multiple sites
• Develop SOWs for project and maintenance work
• Hold project design reviews with engineering and operations partners
• Liaise with Procurement on contractor recommendation, lead bid-walks, review proposals, and provide input into contract award
• Ensure contractors work in accordance with all safety requirements and meet electrical and food manufacturing installation standards
• Serve as community of practice lead.  Mentor plant Electrical Engineers
• Leverages skills and influence to deliver best value solutions and fit for purpose application
• Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts - Safety, Quality, and Operations to assure full cross functional partner's alignment

• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time.  25% typical.

WORK EXPERIENCES

• 5+ years’ experience working with 4160V/480V power distribution systems required
• Previous experience inspecting and maintaining switchgear required
• Relay management experience a plus
• Power generation experience preferred
• Prior demonstrated experience as project manager on capital projects up to $1mm preferred
• Previous experience with food manufacturing companies preferred

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering required from an ABET accredited university

ESSENTIAL CAPABILITIES (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES)

• Detailed knowledge of power distribution systems required, knowledge of PLCs and automation preferred
• Strong problem-solving and technical skills
• Strong people skills with the ability to influence others on electrical infrastructure
• Proficient level project management skills: PMP or equivalent experience preferred
• Must be willing and able to travel to other manufacturing sites within North America, vendor facilities, construction sites, etc.

LOCATION OF ROLE

• Substantial travel is required – the ideal candidate would live in proximity to an airport hub
• Remote - Atlanta, Houston, or based in Corporate office in West Palm Beach

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.