Electrical Engineer II

Real Alloy•America, IN

37d•Onsite

About The Position

REAL ALLOY is the market leader in third-party aluminum recycling and specification alloy production. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, we have 16 plants strategically located across the United States, Mexico, and Canada. We convert aluminum scrap and by-products into reusable aluminum metal for a growing number of applications across various industries. We are ideally positioned to respond to the needs of an increasingly recycling-conscious world. Advanced technologies enable us to process a large variety of scrap and dross and reduce the amount of residual waste from aluminum manufacturing that would otherwise end up as landfill. As our new Electrical Engineer, you will use your knowledge of Manufacturing Process Networks and Machine Control Systems to technically support multiple manufacturing locations, drive process improvements, integrate new capital equipment, and execute standardization initiatives within Real Alloy. This Electrical Engineer II position requires significant knowledge of process control equipment, flow measurement, power distribution, a passion for new technology, project management skills, and excellent communication skills. Heavy Industrial experience is required. This role will include responsibilities to a large government sponsored capital project as well as the following:

Requirements

Bachelor of Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technical degree, or other related degree/experience
Three to Five years’ experience in a manufacturing environment, process control, and/or engineering
Programming and design expertise needed to integrate and support Allen Bradley PLC’s (SCL500, 5000), ABB Variable Frequency Drives (ASC355, 550, 580, 800, 880), and other motor control devices
HMI platform expertise and proficient programming capability in current versions of Redlion and Ignition (working knowledge of FTView Studio ME, View Designer or Tiaportal Comfort is a plus)
SQL Database experience
Python and C++ (or equivalent) programing experience
AutoCAD Electrical and panel design experience
Knowledge of low voltage power distribution (medium voltage is a plus)
Proven ability to function with minimal supervision while also leading others toward project goals
Excellent interpersonal, written, verbal communication skills and organizational skills. Must be able to prepare and deliver presentations regarding project results.
Around 10% travel (domestic and international) required based on project and plant support tasks
High energy, data driven personality

Nice To Haves

Strong Process Improvement background preferred
Burner combustion systems (natural gas, Oxygen, Hydrogen)
Material handling systems
Industrial filtration systems
Crystallization systems
Industrial environmental emission control systems (Air and water)
Hydraulics and pneumatics
Pick and place robotics
Manufacturing Execution System knowledge a plus

Responsibilities

Develop specifications for electrical installations as they relate to bid packages and equipment installations
Maintain local and national electrical codes as required by CSA, UL, and NEC
Develop proper safety and preventive maintenance procedures for low power equipment
Understand and implement power distribution systems (DC control voltage through 4160VAC)
Develop and implement supervisory and Machine level control solutions
Review, modify and design Control Schematics, Power Distribution and Panel Layouts
Proactively identify and evaluate new technology options to further business goals
Lead electrical controls related projects to improve productivity
Remotely support plant machine controls and plant networks (multi-site responsibility)
Work effectively across all levels of the plant organization, individually and with cross functional team
Support project engineers in developing electrical systems and controls
Maintain and improve environmental data acquisition system
Mentor and train maintenance employees
Facilitate ARC Flash Studies on scheduled intervals
Maintain plant one-lines and PFD’s