Electrical Engineer

Anchor Hocking•City of Corning, NY

20d•$85,000 - $100,000

About The Position

Provide electrical engineering support for power and controls to the Production, Maintenance, and Engineering departments. Help ensure electrical engineering projects are completed safely, on time, and on budget, while maximizing production efficiency and output through electrical equipment installations, troubleshooting, and minimizing equipment downtime. The role manages projects from planning through delivery, including preparing action plans, setting installation schedules, selecting contractors, coordinating equipment shutdowns, and supervising installations. It provides direction, coaching, and mentoring to Maintenance electrical associates and leads or participates in continuous improvement teams. The Electrical Engineer diagnoses electrical equipment issues, works with and directs union Maintenance resources, and creates work instructions and documentation for in-plant electricians operating power distribution and controls equipment. The position also supports safety through knowledge of applicable electrical standards and codes, participation in safety audits and training, and recommendations for process improvements, equipment upgrades, training, energy efficiency, and strategic plans.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or Electro-Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college or university, or technical training and equivalent experience.
Minimum 5 years of experience.
Successful execution in a fast-paced, 24/7 union environment.
Ability to collaborate closely within and in support of cross-functional teams.
Clear, concise communication that delivers timely, accurate, and valuable information.
Knowledge of medium-voltage power systems.
Experience with Westinghouse, General Electric, Cutler-Hammer/Westinghouse, and Schneider Electric indoor step-down substations.
Knowledge of troubleshooting PLC-controlled systems, primarily Allen-Bradley.
Knowledge of SCRs, starters, motors, and VFDs.

Responsibilities

Plan, implement, and deliver projects on time and on budget; prepare action plans, establish installation schedules, select contractors, coordinate equipment shutdowns, and supervise project installations.
Provide direction, coaching, and mentoring to Maintenance electrical associates while promoting accountability.
Lead or participate in continuous improvement teams.
Troubleshoot electrical equipment issues, determine root causes and resolutions, and work with and direct union Maintenance resources.
Maintain knowledge of current NFPA, NEC, IEEE, and OSHA electrical equipment standards and codes, and general electrical equipment best practices.
Participate in periodic safety audits and training.
Generate work instructions and documentation for in-plant electricians operating power distribution and controls equipment.
Recommend process improvements, equipment upgrades, improved training activities, energy efficiency opportunities, and strategic plans.
Perform on-call duties as requested.