Electrical Engineer

RoyOMartin•Oakdale, LA

36d•Onsite

About The Position

The Electrical Engineer serves as a technical resource for electrical power, controls, and automation systems at RoyOMartin’s Oakdale manufacturing facility. This experienced-level role provides technical leadership in troubleshooting, system reliability, electrical project design and execution, and continued development of plant electrical systems and personnel. The role supports manufacturing operations by managing projects and budgets, troubleshooting equipment issues, ensuring code and safety compliance, and leading preventive maintenance and continuous improvement initiatives. The engineer works with departments throughout the facility, the electrical department, plant electricians, vendors, and technical partners. Responsibilities include supporting electrical and controls infrastructure, maintaining technical documentation, developing preventive maintenance programs, and mentoring plant personnel. The position also supports arc-flash and electrical safety compliance and the evaluation and implementation of new technologies.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or a related discipline.
Strong working knowledge of AC and DC power and control circuits and low-voltage motor control systems.
Experience with three-phase 15kV and 480V switchgear.
Experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs, VFDs, servo systems, and HMI programming.
Experience with PLC networking and industrial network switches.
Working knowledge of NFPA 70E arc-flash requirements.
Experience with AutoCAD and electrical drawings.
Knowledge of short-circuit studies and protective device coordination.
Experience with process instrumentation, including pressure, temperature, and flow measurement.
Experience managing electrical projects, contractors, and commissioning activities.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.
Uphold RoyOMartin’s values of Respect, Integrity, Commitment, Honesty, Excellence, and Stewardship.
Take a proactive and positive approach to safety.
Demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to motivate, influence, mentor, and develop others.
Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills, thoroughness, and strong attention to detail.
Ability to prioritize responsibilities and manage multiple projects.
High sense of urgency and responsiveness to operational needs.
Ability to create and maintain positive working relationships and demonstrate professionalism and a high level of emotional intelligence.

Nice To Haves

Five or more years of electrical, controls, or automation experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment is preferred.
Experience with Maximo and QlikView is a plus.

Responsibilities

Serve as an electrical subject matter expert and technical resource to departments throughout the facility.
Analyze and troubleshoot complex electrical power and control system issues.
Design, coordinate, and commission electrical and controls projects.
Develop and manage electrical project schedules, budgets, contractors, and capital projects.
Support and maintain Allen-Bradley PLCs, variable frequency drives (VFDs), servo systems, HMIs, and industrial networks.
Maintain Rockwell AOP, EDS, and firmware files.
Maintain RoyOMartin electrical specifications, drawings, and technical documentation.
Work with the electrical department to develop and maintain preventive maintenance programs for electrical equipment.
Mentor, train, and provide technical assistance to plant electricians.
Maintain plant arc-flash studies and documentation and support compliance with NFPA 70E requirements.
Perform or support short-circuit studies and protective device coordination.
Support process instrumentation, including pressure, temperature, and flow measurement systems.
Work with vendors and technical partners to evaluate and implement new technologies.