Greif is a global leader in performance packaging located in 40 countries. The company delivers trusted, innovative, and tailored solutions that support some of the world's most in demand and fastest-growing industries.
With a commitment to legendary customer service, operational excellence, and global sustainability, Greif packages life's essentials - and creates lasting value for its colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders.
Learn more about the company's Customized Polymer, Sustainable Fiber, Durable Metal, and Integrated Solutions at www.greif.com and follow Greif on Instagram and LinkedIn.
OUR VISION:
To Be the Advantage That Helps Our Customers Win.
OUR PURPOSE:
Creating packaging solutions for life’s essentials.
Job Requisition #:
035476 Project Engineer, Electrical (Open)Job Description:
Engineering support, design and implementation of machine control systems to support projects for the EMEA manufacturing facilities. Modify and improve control systems of existing and new equipment, components, parts to enhance or improve manufacturing processes. Responsibilities include design (concept, calculations, detail design), material and equipment specification and ordering, equipment debugging and testing and engineering support at implementation.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and develop machine and line control systems in response to new products or manufacturing process requirements. Improve or modify existing equipment or processes [control system or mechanical as appropriate].
- Project study, calculations and concept design + detail design and documentation of machine and line control systems.
- Provide technical guidance and support (RCPS, trouble shooting, breakdown situations, training) for the Greif manufacturing facilities on machine and process control systems.
- Prepare control system and equipment specifications and order equipment.
- Provide project co-ordination and assist with installation and troubleshooting as required.
- Evaluate existing equipment and layout with regard to productivity, flow, energy efficiency and safety. Prepare and implement proposals for improvements.
- Maintain complete and accurate documentation in accordance with OSG procedures and CE machine directive.
- Monitor & drive vendors and customers to ensure progress, deliverables and sound practices are applied.
- Monitor and maintain current engineering knowledge in developing technologies and practices (electrical system design, PLC programming, machine safety regulations, machine directives, standards such as EN60204, NEN1010 etc.)
- Extensive travel throughout EMEA (approximately 50%)
- Adherence to the Greif Safety, Health and Environmental Policies
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
- Strong PLC and HMI programming skills
- Practical knowledge on pneumatics, hydraulics, servo systems, robotics
Knowledge and Skills
- Experience in design of machine control systems - hardware and software. Project scope ranging from single machine to production line integration.
- General engineering knowledge (electrical + mechanical) and experience in manufacturing.
- Strong computer skills, PLC and HMI programming, Eplan & Acad or equivalent and project-organization skills.
- Coaching and mentoring skills
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and how to apply this in own work area (e.g. SMED, RCPS).
- Proactively work on improvements
- Good knowledge of English language
- Knowledge and practical application skills of machine directive - m/c safety regulations.
- Documentation of design and reporting
At Greif, we believe that our colleagues are the center of our success. Our Total Rewards have a comprehensive focus on well-being and offer a competitive package that enables you to thrive, be engaged, and reach your full potential.
Compensation Range:
The pay range for this position is €71,800.00 - €122,200.00 annually. Typically, a competitive wage for new hires will fall between80,000.00 to100,000.00 annually. Offers for this position may vary based on market data and other factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. The position may also be eligible for a short-term incentive.Benefits Statement:
Greif offers a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive core benefits, paid time off, and a range of local benefits for eligible colleagues.Protect Yourself From Scams: We value the integrity of our recruitment process and prioritize the well-being of our candidates. While you may find Greif job postings on various platforms, all legitimate opportunities can be verified on our official Careers page at www.greif.com. All communication from Greif regarding job opportunities will also come from an @greif.com email address. If you have concerns about the legitimacy of a job posting, receive an unsolicited job offer or suspect fraudulent activity, please contact us for verification via this link Contact Us - Greif.
EEO Statement:
https://www.greif.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/HR-101-Equal-Employment-Opportunity-Policy-English.pdf
We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits and opportunity for growth. Greif is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of sex, race, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, veteran status or any other any other legally protected characteristic.
For more information read Greif’s Equal Opportunity Policy.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
- Strong PLC programming skills
- Strong HMI programming skills
- Practical knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, servo systems, and robotics
- Experience designing machine control systems, including hardware and software
- Experience with projects ranging from single machines to production-line integration
- General electrical and mechanical engineering knowledge
- Manufacturing experience
- Strong computer skills
- Experience with EPLAN and AutoCAD or equivalent
- Project organization skills
- Coaching and mentoring skills
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, including SMED and RCPS
- Knowledge and practical application of machine directives and machine safety regulations
- Good English language skills
- Design documentation and reporting skills
Greif, Inc. Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is characterized as solid and competitive for manufacturing roles, with multiple statements describing it as fair, decent, or great for the work. Pay levels are also framed as aligned with local standards or exceeding expectations in certain technical roles.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support is positioned as a meaningful part of total rewards through 401(k) matching with a defined vesting timeline, alongside profit sharing or gain sharing in some contexts. These elements are repeatedly paired with positive statements about the overall package.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare offerings are described as comprehensive, spanning medical, dental, vision, and supplemental protections such as life and disability coverage. Additional options like HSAs and supplemental plans are presented as expanding choice and coverage breadth.
Greif, Inc. Insights
What We Do
Greif (NYSE: GEF, GEF.B), is a global leader in industrial packaging products and services and is pursuing its vision: be the best performing customer service company in the world. The Company produces steel, plastic and fibre drums, intermediate bulk containers, reconditioned containers, containerboard, uncoated recycled paperboard, coated recycled paperboard, tubes and cores and a diverse mix of specialty products. The Company also manufactures packaging accessories and provides filling, packaging and other services for a wide range of industries. Greif also manages timber properties in the southeastern United States. The Company is strategically positioned in more than 35 countries to serve global as well as regional customers. Additional information is on the Company's website at www.greif.com.
