As a Principal Electrical Engineer at Kimberly-Clark, you will play a critical role in enhancing manufacturing processes and asset performance within the Family Care Supply Chain. We are looking for a professional who is driven by a purpose to create meaningful change, help deliver better care to millions, and lead initiatives that foster innovation and sustainability. Key Responsibilities: • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and lead operational excellence initiatives focused on optimizing equipment effectiveness (OEE). • Deliver hands-on support at manufacturing plants, driving asset performance to meet world-class standards. • Assist in the development and execution of strategies that enhance manufacturing capabilities while reducing costs. • Maintaining and growing your expertise in electrical controls and industrial software to communicate effectively with manufacturing processes. • Foster partnerships with mill teams, providing guidance in safety, quality, and regulatory compliance. • Document procedures and reports in accordance with company policies, ensuring compliance and confidentiality. • Participate in capacity planning and capability liberation aligned with Supply Chain initiatives. About You: • You hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field. • You possess a minimum of three years of relevant experience in both manufacturing and office environments. • You have subject matter expertise in electrical and control technologies, with a solid understanding of Rockwell controllers and drives. • Your ability to build effective networks and collaborate across functions is proven and impactful. • You enjoy teaching and mentoring others in technical disciplines. • Your strong communication skills and ability to lead projects will help you meet business needs effectively. Work Environment: • Combination of on-site presence and remote work. • Intermittent travel, including internationally, of up to 50% may be required. • You must be located near a Kimberly-Clark Family Care facility, including locations such as Neenah, WI; Jenks, OK; Beech Island, SC; Chester, PA; Owensboro, KY; Roswell, GA; Loudon, TN; Mobile, AL; Huntsville, ONT; or New Milford, CT. Benefits: Enjoy comprehensive health coverage, flexible savings accounts, and insurance options to protect you and your family. Additionally, we provide continued education support, relocation assistance, and a focus on your overall well-being. If you thrive in a performance culture that values authentic caring and innovation, we encourage you to apply and be part of a company dedicated to building better products for better care.
See More Details >>Salary: $76,844.35 - $104,679.74 Annually Location : Fairhope, AL Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: FHP00140 Department: Public Utilities Division: Electric Opening Date: 11/25/2024 Closing Date: 7/31/2025 11:59 PM Central FLSA: Exempt Description Under the general supervision of the Electric Superintendent, this employee manages the work of the Electric Department's work crews, including planning and coordinating crew work schedules, monitoring work crew activities and performance and ensuring all work crews are properly staffed and equipped. The employee supervises work in progress and determines supply and material needs for project work. This employee assists the Superintendent with long-term planning for the department. The employee assists in selecting new department employees. This employee interacts with contractors involved with electric utility work; informs contractors of project expectations and ensures that contractor's needs are being met. The employee makes purchasing requests utilizing the City's adopted purchasing guidelines. This employee monitors and enforces City safety regulations and procedures for all field work crews. The employee attends management and supervisory meetings. This employee supervises meter testing, including supervising meter technicians. The employee programs and maintains substation relay and ensures that relays are operating properly. This employee programs electric meters and traffic signal units. This job is considered safety sensitive and is subject to a pre-employment background check and random drug screens. Essential Functions ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The following list was developed through a job analysis; however, it is not exhaustive and other duties may be required and assigned. A person with a disability which is covered by the ADA must be able to perform the essential functions of the job unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation. ESSENTIAL FUNCTION: Field Crew Management and Assistance. Manages field crews (boring, underground, secondary, and meter/substation crews) involved in a variety of Electric Department operations and tasks. • Manages field work crews involved in Electric Department operations and tasks. • Prepares field crew work schedules; ensures field crew work is coordinated with other department's work plans and that all crews are properly staffed and equipped. • Makes field work crew task assignments. • Assists field crews in moving equipment to and from work sites. • Monitors field crew activities and performance. ESSENTIAL FUNCTION: Makes Purchases. Makes purchases utilizing established City purchasing guidelines and procedures. • Makes purchases for field work crew materials and supplies. • Uses established City purchasing regulations when making all purchases. ESSENTIAL FUNCTION: Contractor Relations. Interacts with contractors involved in City project work. • Establishes and maintains an effective relationship with contractors performing project work for the City. • Communicates work or project expectations with contractors; monitors contractor performance as work progresses. • Responds to contractor requests for direction or information. ESSENTIAL FUNCTION: Safety Awareness. Communicates and enforces City safety regulations and procedures with all field work crews; ensures work crews routinely practice all adopted safety procedures and practices. • Informs all field work crews of City safety procedures, guidelines, and regulations. • Enforces safety guideline observance for all field crews. ESSENTIAL FUNCTION: Supervises and Performs Meter Testing. Supervises and performs substation relay and meter testing. • Supervises Meter Technicians involved in substation relay and meter testing. • Performs substation relay and meter testing in accordance to adopted testing standards and guidelines. NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTION: Performs other job-related duties as required or assigned. Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications • Possess a high school diploma or GED; prefer associate's degree in field related to municipal electric system service and operation. • Minimum of five (5) to ten (10) years of experience in electric system operation, construction, and maintenance. • Ability to travel to attend professional development workshops or training programs; must be able to travel to participate in mutual aid assistance efforts. • Ability to pass a pre-employment background check and an initial drug screen. Supplemental Information Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (* Can be acquired on the job) • *Knowledge of City rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. • *Knowledge of City geography and electrical systems. • *Knowledge of the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system. • *Knowledge of City safety rules, regulations, and procedures. • Communication skills to effectively communicate internally and externally, both orally and in writing. • Verbal skills to effectively communicate with co-workers, supervisors, contractors, and electric utility organizations. • Writing skills to prepare professional letters, reports and other materials using correct English, grammar, punctuation, and spelling. • Reading skills to understand and interpret City policies and guidelines. • Math skills to perform basic calculations (add, subtract, multiply, divide). • Ability to perform supervisory functions. • Ability to operate standard office equipment. • Ability to read and understand construction drawings and specifications. • Ability to use computers and office productivity software. • Ability to program and maintain substation relays and meters. • Ability to operate vehicles used to transport field crew equipment. • Ability to maintain professional attitude. • Ability to make purchases utilizing City purchasing guidelines and procedures. • Ability to use a telephone. • Ability to effectively manage work time. • Ability to deal with all contacts in a courteous and patient manner. • Ability to maintain strict confidentiality dealing with personnel records. • Ability to prioritize work projects and multi-task. • Ability to organize files and work projects. • Ability to work with little or no supervision. • Ability to drive. Physical Demands The work requires some physical exertion such as long periods of standing; walking over rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces; recurring bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching or similar activities; recurring lifting moderately heavy items such as record boxes. The work may require specific, but common, physical characteristics and abilities such as above-average agility and dexterity. Work Environment The work environment involves high risks with exposure to potentially dangerous situations or unusual environmental stress which require a range of safety and other precautions, e.g., working at great heights under extreme weather conditions, or similar situations where conditions cannot be controlled. The City of Fairhope offers a wide variety of benefits to regular full-time employees. As a regular full-time employee with the City, you are eligible to enjoy the following benefits: • Affordable Health Insurance • Affordable Vision Insurance • Affordable Dental Insurance • Employer paid Life Insurance • Flexible Spending Account • Symbol Health Solutions* • Discounted membership at Fairhope Recreation & Fitness Center • Discounted Quail Creek Green Fees • Employer paid Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance • Dependent Care Account • Retirement Systems of Alabama (RSA) • Paid Sick Time • Paid Vacation Time • City approved paid Holidays Regular Part Time employees who work 29+ hours per week participate in the Retirement Systems of Alabama (RSA) • Symbol Health Solutions is contingent upon enrollment in the City health insurance.
See More Details >>Austal USA is recognized for its advancements in naval ship design and construction, presenting distinctive opportunities for team members to participate in influential initiatives shaping the maritime sector now and in the future. With a heritage rooted in innovation, Austal USA has been instrumental in propelling naval technology forward through sophisticated design, engineering, and delivery of Littoral Combat Ships (LCS), Expeditionary Fast Transport (EPF) to the recently awarded Offshore Patrol Cutter (OPC), Expeditionary Medical Ship (EMS), and the T-AGOS ocean surveillance vessels. What sets Austal USA apart is our commitment to innovation and our dedication to building the best ships for the United States Navy and the United States Coast Guard. We actively cultivate a culture fueled by intellectual curiosity and diverse perspectives, where every team member is integral to delivering cutting-edge solutions. REPORTS TO: Sr Department Manager & Program Engineer SUPERVISES: Engineer III, Engineer II, Engineer I, Designers and Draftspersons AUTHORITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES: • Responsible for overseeing Department Goals for a specific project as directed by the Program Engineer and Sr Department Manger • Responsible for preparing, overseeing and assigning design calculations and drawing development to support Program Goals • Responsible for checking calculations • Responsible for progressing all department work QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE: • Minimum 7 plus years of design and/or construction experience • Excellent written and oral communication skills • Understanding of scheduling and an ability to adhere to strict deadlines • Experienced in interacting with Production, multiple design teams from several companies, customer representatives and equipment manufacturers • Computer literate and familiar with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office products • Thorough knowledge of ship and propulsion systems • Strong working knowledge of Maritime Regulatory Authorities (i.e. ABS, DNV, GL, NAVSEA, MIL, USCG, IMO, etc.) • Electrical/Controls Engineer: • Successful completion of a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent engineering degree or minimum 10 years of equivalent marine design experience • Thorough knowledge of power distribution and lighting systems • Thorough knowledge of automation, control and communication systems • Strong working knowledge of IEEE and NEC PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: • Experienced in the construction of high-speed aluminum vessels preferred • Demonstrated knowledge of large modular construction methods preferred • Experienced in design and construction of US Navy vessel preferred • Demonstrated understanding of shock design preferred TOOLS: • Computer - MS Office, AutoCAD DIRECTION EXERCISED: • Will manage and direct the work of Engineers Designers and Draftspersons • Will determine technical adequacy of drawings and calculations DISCRETION EXERCISED: • As directed by Sr. Department Manager and Program Engineer • Will provide input to evaluations of Engineers Designers and Draftspersons • Has authority to direct, evaluate and correct the work of Engineers Designers and Draftspersons LIAISES WITH: Engineers, Production Personnel, Customer, Regulatory Bodies, Program Management and Equipment Suppliers ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES: Candidates must meet the following employment eligibility guidelines to be considered for employment with Austal USA: • Must be able to obtain and maintain required Security Clearance. • 18 years of age or older at time of application • Able to provide proof of US Person Status • No felony convictions of Theft/Deception or Violent crimes within seven years from disposition date • No felony convictions of Drug crimes within three years from disposition date • Willing to submit to a drug screen • Willing to submit to a background check WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to humid conditions, bright flashing lights, moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, outside weather conditions, and extreme heat. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes and/or airborne particles at or below the PEL, toxic or caustic chemicals, and heat and cold. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud, + 90 dB. SAFETY Must comply with company, federal, state, and local safety and environmental rules and regulations while performing daily job tasks. Equal Employment Commitment Any qualified individual with a disability who is having difficulty in completing an application because of incompatible technology or other disability-related application issues may contact us at the following phone number for assistance: 251-445-1932. Austal's commitment to equal employment opportunity applies at all levels of employment, in all job titles, including the executive level, and to all employment actions, including but not limited to decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, training, and promotion.
See More Details >>Becoming an electrician in Fairhope, AL, typically starts with an apprenticeship, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 762,600 electricians nationwide, with 40,670 in Alabama, and projects a 6% job growth from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices earn an average of $29.97 per hour in Alabama, with an annual overtime average of $9,438. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $108,000 annually for experienced professionals.
