FORTNA · 1 week ago
Sr. Electrical Project Engineer
United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$88K/yr - $131K/yr
7+ years expFORTNA partners with the world’s leading brands to transform omnichannel and parcel distribution operations. The Senior Electrical Engineer will direct the design and documentation of electrical controls deliverables for FORTNA’s Material Handling Systems, providing leadership and ensuring successful project implementation.
ConsultingInformation TechnologyLogisticsSupply Chain ManagementWarehouse Automation
Responsibilities
Leading, directing, delivering, and supporting multiple projects through the detail design and implementation phase
Directing project teams and support resources during development of RFP/Supplier Selection, detailed electrical design packages, equipment procurement activities, installation drawing packages, and support of installation contractors, Project Manager, and Site Manager with installation efforts
Providing input and influencing Description of Operation (DOO) & Functional Specification Documentation (FSD) to ensure documents align with Electrical Engineering implementation plans
Contributing electrical drawings, BOMs, and design content that meet the project requirements and customer expectations
Identifying project meetings cadence and resource requirements:
Developing Electrical Engineering work plan and resource requirements to ensure successful project milestone achievements
Ensuring deliverables meets Drawing Quality Control (DQC) requirements:
Electrical device layout package
Control panel fabrication package
Electrical installation package
As Built documentation
Leading electrical prototype efforts for complex solutions, including development of prototyping plan and communication of scope
Conducting site visits to assist with installation and commissioning support activities
Attending Client meetings as required
Supporting development of lessons learned document
Utilizing AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical for drawings
Proactively seeking work to maintain project utilization
Following current design practices for material handling systems
Adhering to all FORTNA and department standards
Qualification
Required
Conveyor control process experience (photoeyes, solenoids, variable frequency drive, line scanner, print and apply application)
Knowledge of and ability to work with and manage multiple suppliers
Ability to work effectively on a team and support high levels of performance
Strong management and advanced collaboration and communication skills (written and verbal communication)
Extensive experience working with MS Project and MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Experience in standard design of relevant material handling equipment for position
Proficient in the use of AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical for electrical design
Ability to self-motivate
Strong interpersonal, organizational, time management and problem-solving skills
Ability to travel nationally and internationally in support of our projects
Ability to perform essential functions of the job
Electrical Engineering Bachelors degree (or similar engineering program) from an accredited college with 7-10 years of relevant experience, or 2-year degree from an accredited college with 10+ years of relevant experience
Preferred
Experience managing Engineering projects requiring collaboration between multiple Engineering work streams
Experience managing and directing Engineering support resources to achieve project milestones
UL, NEC, NFPA, OSHA design requirements
480VAC motor control panel design experience
Strong comprehension of Profibus, Profinet, Ethernet IP, network design and requirements
Company
FORTNA
Fortna is a professional services firm helping companies with complex distribution operations meet customer promises.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
THL
2022-04-18Acquired
2019-03-29Private Equity
Leadership Team
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Rob McKeel
Chief Executive Officer
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