Project Electrical Engineer

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Position Overview

The Electrical Project Engineer is involved with the design and layout, installation, and commissioning of can making and associated process support equipment.

The role supports the design and control of specific project elements under the supervision of a Project Manager, from concept through to completion, including design, budgeting, and resourcing activities.

The position holds responsibility for electrical specifications and electrical integration within the project scope, provides project control and status reporting for small to medium scale projects, and delivers process support and technical advice to manufacturing sites within the sector.

The role also directly supports Project Managers when working as part of a larger site‑based project team.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Oversee assigned project activities from start to completion within areas of electrical expertise, while working flexibly as part of a multi‑disciplinary project team
• Liaise with Regional Project Managers, Plant Managers, and Plant Engineers to establish full project scope or identify root causes of technical issues
• Design and approve equipment layouts and generate electrical schematics using company‑standard drawing tools such as Auto CAD
• Generate electrical specifications and project‑specific criteria, working in conjunction with other members of the Ball Engineering group
• Liaise with OEMs and contractors to ensure compliance with Ball specifications, standards, and project‑specific requirements
• Coordinate with engineers, suppliers, and contractors to support the selection of suitable electrical components and systems
• Liaise with functional teams and relevant local authorities to secure permits, permissions, and design approvals where required
• Obtain and evaluate competitive quotations from suppliers and contractors to ensure projects remain within approved budgets
• Participate in the selection of suitably qualified contractors and provide technical guidance during project implementation
• Prepare and update equipment and electrical specifications and plant‑specific documentation
• Provide commissioning support, including testing, start‑up, and debugging of equipment or systems until design efficiency is achieved
• Ensure all drawings, documentation, and software are updated upon project completion and appropriately archived
• Apply knowledge of CE requirements and regulations specific to electrical installations

What We’re Looking For?

• Broad training in a related engineering field, typically gained through college‑level education, graduate education, or relevant work‑related experience.
• Minimum of 2 years’ related industry experience preferred.
• Knowledge of electrical engineering principles and electrical project execution.
• Experience with Auto CAD for layout and schematic generation.
• PLC programming knowledge.
• Strong computer skills, including the standard Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to work independently within management‑defined parameters and proactively drive tasks to completion.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross‑functional teams.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and small to medium scale projects simultaneously.
• Professional approach to confidentiality, ethics, and documentation control.
• English language proficiency required.

Work Environment : This role supports central functions and offers flexible work arrangements including hybrid or fully remote options, subject to role requirements and manager approval.

Hiring Range : 59,250 – 85,320 EUR gross per year.

The final salary will be determined based on the candidate’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and market benchmarks.

Depending on these factors, the actual offer may fall above or below the posted range.

Incentive Plan : This position is eligible to participate in Ball’s annual incentive compensation program.

Comprehensive Benefits Package : Private health insurance, life insurance, employee assistance program, meal allowance, remote work allowance.

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Ball Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We actively encourage applications from everybody, regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, faith, ability, or orientation.

Our products range from infinitely recyclable aluminium cans, cups to aerosol bottles solutions that enable our customers to contribute to a better world.

Each of us has a deep commitment to diversity and inclusion which is the foundation of our culture of belonging.

Everyone at Ball is making a difference by doing what we love.

Because what we create may change, but what we will always make is a difference.

Please note the advertised job title might vary from the job title on the contract due to local job title structure and global HR systems.

No agencies please.