Top 13 Electrical project engineer Jobs in Akron, Oh

Project Engineer – Controls & Electrical
Americhem —Cuyahoga Falls, OH
- Engineering
- System design
- Mid-level
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Packaging Corporation of America —Massillon, OH
- $84,800 - $127,200 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
- Electrical Engineering
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
Electrical Project Engineer
McGraw Kokosing Inc. —Medina, OH
- Full-time
- Construction site
- Senior level
- Electrical Engineering
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Technology Project Engineer
Thorson Baker & Associates Inc. —Richfield, OH
- 8 hour shift
- Microsoft Word
- Construction site
- Bachelor of Science
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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CENTRICA BUSINESS SOLUTIONS US INC —Brunswick, OH
- $80,000 - $110,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Driver's License
- Wellness program
- Health savings account
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Hireio Inc. —Hinckley, OH
- $100,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- Civil engineering
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
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Principal Electrical Project Engineer – Facilities
The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. —Akron, OH
- Online Application
- 7 years
- Continuous improvement
- Travel
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Thalle Construction Company —United States
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Construction site
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Project Engineer – Controls & Electrical

Americhem -
Cuyahoga Falls, OH

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Job Details

Qualifications

Project reporting
Electrical automation system implementation
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
Operational analysis
Project engineering
Human-machine interface (HMI) systems
Defect resolution root cause analysis
Electrical drafting for control systems projects
Chemical Engineering
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
Budget control
Operations coordination
Defect analysis
Electrical industrial machinery implementation
Engineering
System design
Engineering process optimization
Electrical schematic reading and interpretation
Mid-level
Industrial equipment installation
Project management experience in manufacturing
Industrial equipment troubleshooting
3 years
System maintenance
Manufacturing facility experience
Technical solutions implementation
Analysis skills
Bachelor's degree in engineering
Engineering project budget management
Troubleshooting electrical systems

Full Job Description

About Americhem

Americhem is a globally recognized designer and manufacturer of custom color masterbatch, functional additives, engineered compounds, and performance technologies. Our business is built around delivering Performance, Solutions, and Trust through close collaboration with customers seeking to optimize their polymer products. All of our products are backed by complete technical support that ensures quality, reliability, and value.

Position Summary

Americhem is seeking a hands-on and technically strong Project Engineer – Controls & Electrical to support the design, implementation, and commissioning of industrial automation and electrical systems across our manufacturing facilities. This role will focus heavily on PLC programming, electrical controls design, automation integration, and plant process improvements.

The Project Engineer will partner closely with operations, maintenance, engineering, and external vendors to execute capital projects, troubleshoot manufacturing systems, improve equipment reliability, and support continuous improvement initiatives. This position plays a key role in supporting operational efficiency, equipment performance, and automation standardization across the organization. This is an exciting opportunity for an engineer who enjoys solving complex technical problems, working directly in manufacturing environments, and leading projects from concept through startup.

Key Responsibilities

Controls & Automation Engineering

Design, program, and implement industrial control systems for manufacturing equipment and processes
Develop and maintain PLC, HMI, and SCADA programs utilizing platforms such as Allen Bradley, Siemens, or similar systems
Troubleshoot and resolve controls-related issues impacting plant operations and equipment performance
Lead automation improvement initiatives focused on increasing reliability, reducing downtime, and improving production efficiency
Support integration of new equipment into existing plant control systems
Develop electrical schematics, control narratives, and technical system documentation
Support standardization of controls architecture and automation systems across manufacturing facilities

Project Engineering & Execution

Lead engineering projects from concept through commissioning and startup
Define project scope, technical requirements, budgets, and project schedules
Coordinate activities with vendors, contractors, operations teams, and maintenance personnel
Manage installation, startup, and validation activities for new equipment and automation systems
Track project progress and communicate updates to engineering and plant leadership
Ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget

Manufacturing & Process Support

Support plant operations with troubleshooting of manufacturing process and equipment issues
Analyze equipment and process performance to identify opportunities for improvement
Assist with implementation of process optimization initiatives and new technologies
Collaborate with plant leadership on operational initiatives and continuous improvement activities

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Controls, Chemical, Mechanical, or related field) or equivalent experience
3–8 years of engineering experience within manufacturing environments
Experience with PLC programming and industrial control systems
Experience supporting plant operations, manufacturing systems, or process automation
Prior project engineering or project leadership experience preferred
Experience with HMI/SCADA systems, industrial networking, and electrical controls design strongly preferred

Technical Skills

PLC programming experience utilizing Rockwell Software applications including:
- RS Logix 500
- RS Logix 5000
- Studio 5000
- RSView32
- FactoryTalk View
- RSNetworx
HMI/SCADA systems
Industrial networking protocols (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, etc.)
Electrical controls design and troubleshooting
Process analysis and continuous improvement
Root cause analysis and problem solving
Project management and vendor coordination

Desired Attributes

Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
Hands-on engineering mindset with the ability to work effectively in plant environments
Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
Self-driven with a strong sense of ownership and accountability
Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on operational excellence

Additional Information

Travel required to support domestic and international manufacturing facilities as needed (estimated 40–60%)

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