Facilities Project Electrical Engineer
Ardagh Group
Facilities Project Electrical Engineer
Ardagh Group
Global glass and metal packaging manufacturer
Role description:
The Project Electrical Engineer provides technical expertise while carrying out and completing designs, engineering drawings, construction, installation, and rebuilding of facilities and equipment within the area of discipline. The area of discipline includes but is not limited to power distribution systems, boosting systems, batch house/furnace controls, furnace repairs, plant support on electrical systems, emergency generators, switchgear, and other areas associated with glass container manufacturing.
Responsibilities:
Develop solutions for Ardagh Glass Packaging plants to satisfy the capacity customer and quality constraints and ensure they fall within the Ardagh Group Capital Plan
Supervise capital projects and interface with contractors and other Ardagh Group engineers during field installations
Prepare conceptual drawings, and budgetary project estimates, and submit Capital Approval Requests for management approval
Develop project scope definition, materials and labor cost estimates, and competitive bidding documents for equipment and contract work
Work closely with and involve the plant team while developing scopes for the electrical engineering-related projects
Seek potential bidders, coordinate the bidding process, and prepare bid packages and equipment specifications
Evaluate new processes and equipment to determine the benefits to Ardagh Glass Packaging
Investigate circumstances surrounding each assigned project and prepare a definition of objectives
Prepare calculations, design layouts, and AutoCAD drawings as required for project study evaluation approval and installation
Provide operational support and troubleshooting for ongoing issues that plant teams cannot manage.
Participate and/or lead root cause analysis on equipment failures
Document maintenance task steps to properly maintain manufacturing equipment
Work with and support plant maintenance teams with respect to preventive and predictive maintenance of the electrical systems
Train plant operations and maintenance teams on the operation/troubleshooting of the electrical systems in glass bottle manufacturing
Work closely with and involve plant team while developing scopes for the electrical engineering related projects
Minimum skills / qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field
Seven (7) years in a manufacturing environment including construction and project management experience
Ability to design and render working drawings for a variety of manufacturing processes
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Proficient in planning and organization
Detail-oriented and can identify problems and make recommendations
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to travel up to 50%
Preferred skills / qualifications:
Prior experience in glass container process equipment and production
Prior experience with preventive and/or predictive maintenance programs and CMMS
Servant leader mindset while supporting engineering and plant teams
Benefits Offered:
Please note the compensation and benefits information above is accurate as of the date of this posting. Ardagh reserves the right to modify this information at any time in accordance with applicable law.
About Ardagh Glass Packaging (AGP)
Ardagh Glass Packaging (AGP) is a global supplier of recyclable glass packaging for brand owners in the beverage, food, pharmaceutical and chemical sectors. An operating business of sustainable packaging business Ardagh Group, AGP is a leading industry player across Europe, Africa and the Americas with innovative production capabilities. AGP operates 35 glass production facilities in twelve countries, employing more than 12,500 employees with sales of approximately $4.1 billion in 2025. In May 2026, AGP launched Clearly Ardagh, a major strategic initiative designed to enhance our capabilities and reinforce our commitment to all stakeholders.
Ardagh is passionate about sustainability and has a reputation for innovation. We push the boundaries of what’s possible, pioneering new production methods, new design techniques and new ways to recycle and save energy. Our aim is to reduce any negative environmental impact while remaining economically sustainable and socially responsible. We believe that the success of our business depends on the success of our people. We strive to create working environments where our employees feel valued, can work to their full potential, and where their achievements are celebrated. Here at Ardagh, we offer exciting and rewarding opportunities for talented and creative people. If you have ambition and want to make an impact with your career, come and join our team, you’ll enjoy the journey!
Ardagh Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local law.
Ardagh Group complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. Contact Kelly Molloy ([email protected]) if a reasonable accommodation is needed.
Global glass and metal packaging manufacturer
Ardagh Group operates as a global packaging supplier specializing in glass bottles, jars, and metal beverage cans for drinks and consumer goods. Its products are produced on large, integrated manufacturing lines around the world, allowing customers to source finished packaging in one place. The company grew through a series of acquisitions to expand from glass into metal packaging and to build a broad, multi-material packaging platform. Its goal is to be a top global supplier of packaging solutions by leveraging scale, diverse materials, and an efficient supply chain.
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