Electrical Project Manager | $100 - $115K

Actalent; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering services company in Akron, Ohio, is seeking an experienced Electrical Project Manager to oversee the design and commissioning of PLC-controlled equipment. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in industrial automation, strong project management skills, and technical proficiency in electrical design and PLC programming. The role is primarily onsite and may involve some travel. Competitive salary within the range of $100,000 - $110,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Strong technical aptitude required.
• Experience in designing and commissioning industrial control systems essential.
• Good communication skills necessary for collaboration.
• Experience with AC and DC drive systems commissioning desired.
• Familiarity with process line and robotic systems beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Manage, design, checkout, and commission PLC-controlled equipment.
• Interpret maintenance manuals and schematics for equipment repair.
• Supervise client personnel in testing and adjusting equipment.
• Build long-term relationships with customers.
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers to resolve issues.

Skills

PLC programming

Project management

Controls engineering

HMI programming

Electrical design

5+ years of industrial automation experience

Ability to read and modify PLC coding

Hands-on experience in management

Education

Electrical Engineering or technology background

Tools

Siemens platforms

Rockwell platforms

Wonderware platforms

MS Office

AutoCad Electrical

Job description

Job Title: Electrical Project Manager

Job Description

We are seeking an Electrical Project Manager to join our team and contribute to our market share growth in the Metals industry. The successful candidate will manage, design, checkout, and commission PLC-controlled equipment, ensuring project execution aligns with industry standards and client expectations.

Responsibilities

• Manage, design, checkout, and commission PLC-controlled equipment in the metals industry, including material handling systems, process control systems, and more.

• Understand and program PLC and HMI code and relate it to machine or process operation.

• Study schematics, equipment layouts, manuals, and other specifications to determine installation and wiring procedures.

• Install or oversee the installation of equipment per manufacturer's specifications.

• Consult with mechanical engineering personnel to resolve operational and maintenance issues.

• Interpret maintenance manuals, schematics, and wiring diagrams to repair equipment using standard test instruments and hand tools.

• Instruct and direct workers in building OEM equipment.

• Supervise client's personnel in testing, tuning, and adjusting equipment for optimal performance.

• Advise management on customer satisfaction, product performance, and product improvement suggestions.

• Travel up to 25% based on project workload.

• Collaborate with equipment manufacturing personnel to develop conduit layouts, shipping splits, and checkout procedures.

• Work in a heavy industrial environment.

• Provide system training post-installation.

• Build long-term relationships with customers.

• Answer customer support calls post-shipment and liaise with mechanical project engineers on technical issues.

• Coordinate with in-house panel shop and electricians to build control panels and test wiring.

• Manage designers and automation engineers assigned to projects.

• Implement and follow project schedules and budgets in conjunction with the mechanical project manager.

• Multitask to manage multiple projects concurrently with different teams.

  Essential Skills

• PLC programming

• Project management

• Controls engineering

• HMI programming

• Electrical design

• 5+ years of industrial automation experience

• Ability to read and modify PLC coding

• Hands-on experience in management

  Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Electrical Engineering or technology background

• Strong technical aptitude

• Experience in designing and commissioning industrial control systems

• Exposure to programming, designing, and commissioning PLCs, drives, and automation systems

• Interest in mechanical systems

• Good communication skills

• Experience with Siemens, Rockwell, and Wonderware platforms

• Proficiency in MS Office, PowerPoint, and Excel

• Experience with AutoCad Electrical

• AC and DC drive systems commissioning

• Process line and robotic experience

• Experience in steel, automotive, paper, plastics, or food industries

  Work Environment

The role is primarily onsite with possible travel up to 25% per year based on project demands. The environment is heavy industrial, requiring collaboration with various teams and personnel to ensure project success.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of ALLIANCE, Ohio.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $110000.00/yr.

Will send benefits dureing interview process.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Akron,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 12, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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