Electrical Engineer

Sonoco

Electrical Engineer providing support to approximately 70 plants in electrical power distribution. Collaborating with Plant Managers and Engineering teams for design and implementation.

Posted 7/22/2026full-timeCharlotte • North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Electrical Engineering with a focus on power distribution, troubleshooting, and design. Proficient in collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver engineering solutions for capital projects in industrial settings.

Highest-signal resume keywords

BS Degree In Electrical EngineeringProfessional Engineering CertificationElectrical Power Distribution ExperienceProject Management ExperienceArc Flash Requirements Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Power System TroubleshootingElectrical DesignIndustrial Electrical DistributionMotor ControlsPlant LightingCoordinated Drive ControlsNEC Knowledge

Soft Skills

CollaborationProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

CAD SoftwareProject Management SoftwareMicrosoft WordSpreadsheets

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineering Certification

Industry Keywords

Electrical EngineeringCapital ProjectsIndustrial ApplicationsElectrical Troubleshooting

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Flash

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

provide Electrical Engineering support to approximately 70 plants throughout the Division
work on large- and small-scale initiatives with minimal direct supervisor oversight
act as an Electrical Engineer supporting Capital projects through design and implementation
work necessary hours to complete objectives which may include weekends, extended hours, and travel away from home 20-30% of the time
collaborate closely with Plant Managers, Plant Maintenance Managers, and Capital Project Engineering teams to provide engineering solutions and support

Requirements

What you’ll need

a BS degree in Electrical Engineering
a Professional Engineering Certification in Electrical Engineering
7-10 years of electrical power distribution experience including power system troubleshooting and design
advanced computer skills (word, spreadsheets, CAD, project management software, etc.)
solid understanding of Arc Flash requirements for industrial applications
solid knowledge of the NEC
experience working with industrial electrical distribution from 5kVAC to 120VAC, motor controls, plant lighting, and coordinated drive controls
able to assist mills in electrical troubleshooting when required
prior Project Management experience

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Wellbeing tools and resources to support holistic health, including an Employee Assistance Program with a variety of services
Paid time off and holidays to recreate, rejuvenate and care for the health of yourself and family
Variety of company paid and voluntary employee-paid insurance plans including life, personal accident, and disability insurance
Tuition reimbursement