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Engineer, Electrical II

Southwire • Carrollton, GA • 2d ago

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Date: May 4, 2026

Location: Carrollton, GA, US, 30117

Company: Southwire Company LLC

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America's largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools and jobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement and unlimited growth opportunities. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developing innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the well-being of the communities in which we work and live. How will you power what's possible?

Job Summary

The Electrical Project Engineer will support and drive the planning, execution, handoff, and evaluation phases for assigned capital projects. As a team member within the Capital Deployment group, this professional will be engaged in multiple capital projects simultaneously across the manufacturing footprint. The Electrical Project Engineer's responsibilities include reviewing all engineering design plans, performing complex calculations, designing, and constructing electrical systems along with their components, collaborating with other engineers, and maintaining relationships with site personnel, vendors, and other stakeholders. The individual is expected to adhere to the allocated budget and build reliable, quality electrical systems.

Location: Carrollton, GA

Hybrid (2-3 days a week On Site)

Key Responsibilities

Project Alignment & Collaboration

Support the adherence to safety standards in the workplace and on project sites, ensuring all tasks are performed safely.

Actively contribute to project teams, collaborating with project managers, vendors, and contractors.

Actively coordinate with plant management groups to complete projects on schedule.

Project Management & Execution

Contribute to projects from planning to evaluation, providing technical expertise and timely deliverables.

Assist in preparing and presenting engineering project takeoffs for budgeting and procurement.

Travel to manufacturing plants in support of capital projects and improvement activities

Equipment & Technical Collaboration

Capable of design and development of original concepts

Contribute to designing systems keeping estimated budgets in mind.

Design and redesign machine components to improve reliability.

Keep abreast of current trends and technology and utilize this information effectively.

Sustainability & Compliance

Support the implementation of sustainable designs and collaborate with teams to track sustainable practices.

Collaborate with production and maintenance teams to identify electrical problems and contribute to the solution development.

Ensure all projects maintain strict adherence to environmental, health, and safety standards.

Communication & Documentation

Assist in documenting designs, changes, and project developments, ensuring clarity and accuracy.

Excellent oral and written communication skills, e.g. the ability to clearly articulate complex ideas and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Required Education & Experience

Minimum Education Level:

Bachelor's

Specialized Degree:

Electrical Engineering

Years of Experience:

3 Field of Expertise:

Engineering

Other Preferred Skills, Licenses, & Certificates:

Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) and electrical control systems

Experience and proficiency with ladder logic/PLC programming, Siemens and Rockwell preferred

Experience with troubleshooting electrical systems using multimeters

Relay protection design

Electrical distribution design and equipment installation (high voltage, medium voltage, low voltage)

Designing, maintaining, and understanding electrical control schematics for various @types of machines

Thorough understanding of project/program management techniques and methods

Proficient with engineering software, including AutoCad Electrical, TIA portal, Studio 5000, SKM

Strong knowledge and expertise of engineering methods and concepts

Analytical mindset with superior problem-solving abilities

Prior experience in the wire and cable manufacturing industry

Must be creative and be able to work independently with only general supervision

Must be able to travel approximately 25% of the time

Competencies

Action Oriented

Balances Stakeholders

Collaborates

Customer Focus

Nimble Learning

Plans and Aligns

Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Nearest Major Market: Atlanta

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