FORTNA partners with the world’s leading brands to transform omnichannel and parcel distribution operations. Known world-wide for enabling companies to keep pace with digital disruption and growth objectives, we design and deliver solutions, powered by intelligent software, to optimize fast, accurate and cost-effective order fulfillment and last mile delivery. Our people, innovative approach and proprietary algorithms and tools ensure optimal operations design and material and information flow. We deliver exceptional value every day to our customers with comprehensive services and products including network strategy, distribution center operational design and implementation, material handling automated equipment, robotics and a comprehensive suite of lifecycle services.

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The Senior Electrical Engineer at FORTNA is a key member of the Electrical Engineering team, responsible for overseeing the design and documentation of electrical controls deliverables for FORTNA’s Material Handling Systems. The ideal candidate has significant experience and background in Electrical Engineering design and is experienced and/or capable of providing leadership and direction to the Electrical Engineering project team during project implementation. Leadership tasks shall be aligned with Fortna’s Integrated Design Methodology to ensure successful project implementation. This role requires design tasks direction utilizing standard design tools to provide high quality electrical designs in support of Clients’ needs.

Responsibilities:

Leading, directing, delivering, and supporting multiple projects through the detail design and implementation phaseDirecting project teams and support resources during development of RFP/Supplier Selection, detailed electrical design packages, equipment procurement activities, installation drawing packages, and support of installation contractor, Project Manager, and Site Manager with installation effortsProviding input and influencing Description of Operation (DOO) & Functional Specification Documentation (FSD) to ensure documents align with Electrical Engineering implementation plansContributing electrical drawings, BOMs, and design content that meet the project requirements and customer expectationsIdentifying project meetings cadence and resource requirementsDeveloping Electrical Engineering work plan and resource requirements to ensure successful project milestone achievementsEnsuring deliverables meet Drawing Quality Control (DQC) requirementsElectrical device layout packageControl panel fabrication packageElectrical installation packageAs Built documentationLeading electrical prototype efforts for complex solutions, including development of prototyping plan and communication of scopeConducting site visits to assist with installation and commissioning support activitiesAttending Client meetings as requiredSupporting development of lessons learned documentUtilizing AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical for drawingsProactively seeking work to maintain project utilizationFollowing current design practices for material handling systemsAdhering to all Fortna and department standards

Qualifications:

Electrical Engineering Bachelor's degree (or similar engineering program) from an accredited college with 7-10 years of relevant experience, or 2-year degree from an accredited college with 10+ years of relevant experienceConveyor control process experience (photoeyes, solenoids, variable frequency drive, line scanner, print and apply application)Knowledge of and ability to work with and manage multiple suppliersAbility to work effectively on a team and support high levels of performanceStrong management and advanced collaboration and communication skills (written and verbal communication)Extensive experience working with MS Project and MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)Experience in standard design of relevant material handling equipment for positionProficient in the use of AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical for electrical designAbility to self-motivateStrong interpersonal, organizational, time management and problem-solving skillsAbility to travel nationally and internationally in support of our projectsAbility to perform essential functions of the job

Desired Qualifications:

Experience managing Engineering projects requiring collaboration between multiple Engineering work streamsExperience managing and directing Engineering support resources to achieve project milestonesUL, NEC, NFPA, OSHA design requirements480VAC motor control panel design experienceStrong comprehension of Profibus, Profinet, Ethernet IP, network design and requirements