Maintenance Electrical Engineer

Company Description

Pilmico Foods Corporation is the integrated agribusiness and food company of Aboitiz Equity Ventures Inc. (AEV). Composed of four divisions: Flour, Feeds & Animal Health, Farms, and Trading, we are well positioned at the beginning of the value chain. True to our brand promise of being Partners for Growth, we nurture our business and communities by providing business solutions and building partnerships for growth.

We operate in the Philippines nationwide and have a growing international presence in the following ASEAN countries: Vietnam, Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar and Hong Kong.

Investing in talent and upholding Aboitiz values of Integrity, Teamwork, Innovation, and Responsibility are key drivers to sustaining the growth of our business.

Here at Pilmico, we value each talent for the unique contribution they bring to the organization. We recognize that today’s global workforce is made up of diverse individuals with different skills, abilities and aspirations that enable them to achieve superior results; as such, we select our partners based on these attributes that are not typically found in someone’s resume.

We are advocates of self-development and believe that people’s success lies in their passion to learn something new and different every day. This is why our hiring philosophy is to open up and give equal opportunity to any talent regardless of where they are today in pursuit of education.

Job Description

The Plant Electrical technician is responsible for maintaining the plant's electrical system and its auxiliaries to its Optimum Operating Capacity by performing Preventive and Corrective Maintenance activities and other programs as part of the quality management system to ensure reliable, maximum efficiency and safe operation.

Key Duties And Responsibilities

• Performs preventive and corrective maintenance activities on plant electrical systems, process controllers, and electrical equipment ensuring the efficient running and prolonged service life of the machines and equipment.
• Assembles, installs, tests, and maintains electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools.
• Diagnoses malfunctioning equipment and systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools, to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem.
• Connects wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components.
• Inspects electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes.
• Tests electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using testing devices such as mega-ohmmeters, voltmeters/clamp meter testers to ensure compatibility and safety of the system.
• Assists in the supervision of contractors in the performance of electrical contracted works ensuring quality workmanship and specification.
• Plans layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, based on job specifications and the Philippine Electrical Code.
• Directs and trains workers to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures.
• Prepares wiring diagram and cost estimate for any improvements pertaining to Electrical system and components
• Installs ground leads and connects power cables to equipment, such as motors and other equipment.
• Performs business management duties such as maintaining records and files, and preparing data regarding Feedmill energy consumptions.
• Place conduit (pipes or tubing) inside designated partitions, walls, or other concealed areas, and pull insulated wires or cables through the conduit to complete circuits between boxes.
• Provides assistance during emergency calls day or night requiring expertise during trouble.
• Compliance with 5'S activities, ISO 9001:2008 & HACCP.
• Recommends and suggests improvements to “KAIZEN” as part of Department Quality improvement activities.
  
  

Safety Management

• Monitors plant electrical load and power factor and ensures that plant electrical usage does not exceed the maximum load threshold.
  
  

Equipment Safety

• Conducts routine inspection of electrical equipment in operation, checks equipment operating parameters as prescribed, and initiates corrective measures for any abnormality.
  
  

Troubleshooting

• Conducts problem-solving activities on causes and corrective measures for electrical-electronics variances. Solicits the advice of the Maintenance Supervisor for problems that remain unsolved.
  
  

Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work

• Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
  
  

Technical Competencies

• Data Analysis
• Electrical Safety
• Project Management
• Engineering Design
• Programmable Logic Controller/Automation
• Troubleshooting
  
  

Food Safety:

• Complies with quality, Halal, health and food safety policy, standards, and regulations of the company.
• Responsible for reporting problems related to Halal, food safety & quality management systems to identified authorities.
• Other Duties & Responsibilities:
• Actively participate in all company programs and activities under quality improvement, safety & security, sustainability, corporate social responsibility, risk management, etc.
• Performs other related tasks as may be assigned by the Team Leader.
  
  

Qualifications

Education:

• BS degree in Electrical Engineering
  
  

Experience

• Preferably with at least three (3) years work experience in related field
  
  

Licenses

• License Engineer
  
  

Other Requirements

• Working knowledge of instrumentation technology; electrical/electronics circuit design, troubleshooting, and repair; and pneumatics and electro-pneumatic control system troubleshooting
• Knowledge and understanding of plant technology
• Familiarity with PLC and other electronic device analysis and troubleshooting
• Ability to interpret working drawing plans
  
  

Additional Information

Physical Effort

• Moderate physical effort, working with moderate heavy weight (10 to 20kg)
  
  

Working Conditions And Hazards

• Occasional exposure to some disagreeable elements