An Electrical Engineer designs, develops, and tests products and systems that use or produce electricity, including power generators, electric motors, radar and navigation systems, and communication systems. Works on larger electrical systems rather than small electronic products or devices.
Electrical I&E Engineer Decatur, AL | $86,000 to $106,000 About the Role This company is a global technology leader in its segment of the chemical manufacturing industry. The Electrical I&E Engineer will serve as the Site Electrical Engineer within the Maintenance Department, supporting the plant's design and operational needs to ensure safe, efficient operations. This role manages complex issues within electrical and instrumentation systems, contributes to long term planning, and serves as the plant's Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) for
NFPA 70E
compliance. Schedule Full time, on site. Role includes standing, walking, and sitting for extended periods, as well as the ability to work at heights and climb stairs or ladders as needed. Compensation $86,000 to $106,000 annually, depending on experience, plus a sign on bonus and annual bonus potential of 8 to 12%. What You'll Do The Electrical I&E Engineer maintains and updates plant electrical single line diagrams along with associated Arc Flash Analysis and labeling, and serves as the site's Authority Having Jurisdiction for
NFPA 70E
compliance. This role specifies appropriate preventive and predictive maintenance programs for electrical and instrumentation equipment, drawing on knowledge of PLCs, instruments, DCS systems, UPS systems, and low voltage (under 600 VAC) plant systems, as well as DC voltage systems supporting PLCs, instruments, DCS, and UPS equipment. The engineer also provides maintenance functional input on new process equipment purchase specifications to ensure they meet plant requirements, and applies strong technical acumen to understand complex manufacturing, design, and operational processes associated with chemical plants and equipment. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited university or college Minimum 2 years of experience with PLCs, HMIs, AC/DC drives and motors, low and medium power distribution, substations, and power distribution equipment (transformers, circuit breakers, cables, etc.) Minimum 2 years of experience in facility engineering Strong organizational, interpersonal, and leadership skills, with the ability to lead projects and teams Preferred Qualifications Experience in chemical manufacturing with Process Safety Management (PSM) Experience with Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA), Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEA), thermography, and motor circuit analysis Compensation and Benefits $86,000 to $106,000 annually, depending on experience Sign on bonus Annual bonus potential of 8 to 12% Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) Paid time off To apply, please submit your resume for consideration.
