Specialist, Plant Engineering Electrics Automation

Role: Specialist, Plant Engineering – Electrics Automation
Location: Blythewood, SC (Onsite – 5 Days/Week)
Full Time
Work Environment

• 100% Onsite – Blythewood, SC
• Fast-paced, high-growth automotive EV environment
• Cross-functional collaboration with engineering, production, and IT teams

The Specialist, Plant Engineering – Electrics Automation will be responsible for planning, designing, and implementing electrical systems and automation solutions within automotive production environments. This role supports the full lifecycle of plant engineering projects—from concept through production—ensuring compliance, efficiency, and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Electrical & Automation Engineering

• Plan and design electrical systems for production equipment and assembly lines
• Develop electrical specifications aligned with mechanical and process requirements
• Coordinate automation systems including PLCs, industrial networks, and control systems
• Ensure integration with shopfloor IT systems (MES, SCADA, etc.)

Project & Plant Engineering

• Lead electrical planning from concept to production (greenfield & brownfield)
• Support installation, commissioning, and production ramp-up
• Prepare cost estimates, technical comparisons, and vendor evaluations
• Manage change requests, improvements, and ongoing system enhancements

Stakeholder & Vendor Management

• Act as the electrical subject matter expert across internal teams and suppliers
• Coordinate with production, IT, EHS, and infrastructure teams
• Review and approve vendor electrical designs and specifications

Compliance & Standards

• Ensure adherence to electrical standards: NEMA, NFPA 79, NEC
• Maintain compliance with safety, regulatory, and operational guidelines
• Monitor system performance and implement optimization strategies

Must-Have Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in automotive production environments
• 3+ years of experience in assembly and automation/electrical equipment
• Strong experience in electrical planning of production equipment
• Knowledge of automation systems (PLCs, Siemens TIA Portal, control units)
• Understanding of MES, SCADA, and shopfloor IT systems
• Knowledge of electrical standards (NEMA, NFPA 79, NEC)
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical / Mechanical Engineering or related field
• Experience in greenfield manufacturing setups
• Experience with automotive conveyor systems & assembly equipment
• Knowledge of torque data management and automated systems
• Strong stakeholder coordination and cross-functional collaboration skills

Core Skills

• Electrical System Design & Automation
• Automotive Manufacturing (Assembly)
• PLC Programming & Industrial Controls
• MES / SCADA Integration
• Plant Engineering & Project Execution
• Vendor & Stakeholder Management
• Regulatory Compliance