Electrical & Controls Systems Specialist
About The Position
American Crystal is seeking a highly self-motivated Electrical & Controls Systems Specialist for its Moorhead, Minnesota factory. The role uses electrical and control-systems expertise to maintain and advance factory systems, support daily maintenance and operations involving electrical, instrumentation, and controls, and assist with employee development. The specialist provides backup support for the Electrical & Instrumentation Supervisor as required and is heavily involved in commissioning, installing, and maintaining capital projects. The specialist consults with the Maintenance Engineer, Control Systems Engineer, and Electrical & Instrumentation Supervisor on control-system maintenance and automation changes, and provides technical expertise on how those changes affect process conditions. The role supports employee training and development, coordinates and directs electrical and instrumentation crew work through the supervisor, and provides general training to factory employees on operating electrical, instrumentation, and control equipment. It also involves communication with contractors and suppliers about applicable technological developments, participation on the Company’s Radiation Safety Committee, support for factory engineering and production teams, and input on departmental budgetary requirements.
Requirements
- Associate degree in electrical, electronics, or a related field, or equivalent relevant preparation as described in the posting.
- At least eight years of related industrial field experience.
- Technical knowledge of power distribution, motor control, process-control systems, and advanced electrical and instrumentation concepts.
- Experience in troubleshooting, maintenance, and design in electrical, instrumentation, and control-system areas.
- Planning, prioritizing, and organizational skills.
- Ability to supervise and motivate staff.
- Knowledge of the sugar beet industry or relevant industrial experience in power plants, refineries, ethanol, pulp and paper, steel, or food processing.
Nice To Haves
- State Journeyman Electrician License.
- Knowledge and experience with DeltaV.
Responsibilities
- Lead and promote a positive work culture based on the Company values of Safety, Integrity, Quality, Teamwork, and Accountability.
- Consult with the Maintenance Engineer, Control Systems Engineer, and Electrical & Instrumentation Supervisor on control-system maintenance and automation changes.
- Provide technical expertise on maintaining control systems and on process conditions affected by automation changes and corrections.
- Assist the Electrical & Instrumentation Supervisor with training and developing subordinates to maintain and repair electrical and instrumentation machinery and equipment safely and efficiently.
- Coordinate and direct the electrical and instrumentation crew’s work through the Electrical & Instrumentation Supervisor.
- Provide general control-systems and instrumentation training to factory employees so they can operate electrical, instrumentation, and control equipment effectively.
- Communicate with contractors and suppliers to stay informed about technological developments applicable to electrical and control systems.
- Serve as a member of the Company’s Radiation Safety Committee.
- Provide electrical and instrumentation expertise to factory engineering personnel.
- Work with the Production Superintendent and Production team to maintain and modify control systems and automation components to maximize operational efficiency.
- Provide input to the Maintenance Superintendent and Electrical & Instrumentation Supervisor on budgetary requirements for assigned campaign and inter-campaign accounts.
- Participate in commissioning, installation, and maintenance of capital projects.
- Complete daily maintenance and operations tasks relating to electrical, instrumentation, and controls.
- Provide backup support for the Electrical & Instrumentation Supervisor as required.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical insurance eligibility starting on day one.
- Health savings account.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with Company match and contribution.
- Paid dental insurance.
- Paid basic life insurance.
- Paid short- and long-term disability.
- Vision insurance.
- Life insurance.
- Flexible spending accounts.
- Paid time off.
- Paid sick leave.
- Paid parental leave.
- Paid volunteer opportunities.
- Paid holidays.
- Discretionary bonuses.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Service awards.
- 24/7 employee assistance program with access to eight confidential visits with a licensed counselor at no cost.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree
