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Electrical Engineer Kymera International - SCM Plant Durham, NC Job Details Full-time 20 hours ago Qualifications Industrial equipment troubleshooting Electrical instrumentation Manufacturing facility Electrical motors Technical troubleshooting support AC/DC drives Manufacturing company experience
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The Electrical Engineer is responsible for supporting the design, maintenance, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of electrical systems and equipment in a heavy manufacturing environment. This role ensures safe, reliable, and efficient operation of production systems, utilities, and automation equipment while supporting plant uptime and operational performance goals. Job Responsibilities Handles projects of a high profile, complex nature that may involve groups inside and outside of the organization Support operation, maintenance, and optimization of plant electrical systems and equipment Troubleshoot and resolve electrical and controls issues affecting production and facility systems Design, modify, and improve electrical systems including power distribution, motor control systems, and automation equipment Support and lead capital projects including equipment upgrades, installations, and commissioning activities Develop and maintain electrical drawings, schematics, and technical documentation Work with PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems to support automated manufacturing processes Collaborate with maintenance and operations teams to improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) on electrical failures and implement corrective and preventive actions Support preventative and predictive maintenance programs for critical electrical assets Ensure compliance with applicable electrical codes and safety standards, including NFPA 70 (NEC) and OSHA requirements and operate in accordance with Kymera Environmental, Health & Safety policies Analyze equipment performance and recommend improvements for energy efficiency and process optimization Generates new/updated Standard Operating Procedures and similar documents, accountable for improvements and new product activities which ensure workers safety, compliance with environmental regulations and integrate with the Company quality systems. Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline 2 years of experience in heavy manufacturing, industrial, or process environments Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems (power distribution, motor controls, instrumentation) Experience with PLC systems (e.g., Siemens, Rockwell Automation / Allen-Bradley) Familiarity with variable frequency drives (VFDs), motors, and control systems Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in industrial environments Preferred Direct experience within a melt or metal powder environment Professional Engineer (PE) license Skills and Competencies Deep technical problem-solving in high-energy systems Ability to diagnose complex interactions between electrical, thermal, and mechanical systems Strong sense of urgency in minimizing downtime and improving processes Cross-functional collaboration with operations, maintenance, and metallurgy teams Continuous improvement mindset focused on yield, efficiency, and equipment life Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward Actively learns through experimentation when tackling new problems, using both successes and failures as learning opportunities. Physical Requirements Required to lift and /or move up to 10 lbs. (regularly); 25 lbs. (frequently); 50 lbs. (occasionally). Ability to work in hot industrial environments and around energized equipment Ability to work in tight or elevated spaces Work Environment Frequently exposed to high, precarious places and extreme heat. Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, outside weather conditions. Exposed to the risk of electrical shock and vibration and high levels of noise. Exposure to noise, dust, high temperatures, and industrial hazards On-call support for critical melt operations may be required Kymera International is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.
