Electrical Engineer (Manufacturing, PLC)

Web Technologies - Alcoa, TN

Full-time - Mid Level

Alcoa, TN

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Electrical Engineer position focuses on providing engineering support for manufacturing processes within the metals industry, specifically in a Tennessee facility. The role involves troubleshooting and improving electrical controls, automation communication, and power distribution systems, while also managing capital projects and maintenance activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support to maintenance and operations.
• Support safety and restore product flow.
• Provide technical solutions to recurring design and process problems.
• Analyze equipment and process data to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Develop solutions and system improvements to address identified opportunities.
• Manage and implement capital projects and major repairs.
• Provide process engineering support.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college/university.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in an electrical engineering field.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience with working knowledge of manufacturing processes and principles.
• Experience with ladder logic and programming/troubleshooting Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs).
• Experience specifying, installing, and troubleshooting DC and AC motor drives systems.
• Experience with networking equipment, installation, troubleshooting, and commissioning.
• Experience with power distribution systems.
• Manufacturing experience in the metals or similar industry.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with Rockwell and Allen Bradley PLCs.
• Experience with rolling mills and mill controls, shears, strip processing, and coiling.
• Experience with metal process furnaces or casting equipment.
• Previous experience with data acquisition systems and data analytics.
• Strong written and oral communications skills.
• Strong problem-solving and creative thinking skills.
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams.

Benefits

• Excellent Compensation
• 401K
• Relocation assistance