Electrical Power and Controls Engineer

RoyOMartin•Chopin, LA

About The Position

The Electrical Power and Controls Engineer supports the mill’s electrical systems and equipment. The role designs, manages, and commissions electrical projects; troubleshoots control systems; and maintains electrical drawings, specifications, and safety documentation. It serves as a technical resource and mentor for plant electricians and other departments, with safety as the top priority.

Requirements

Knowledge of AC and DC power and control circuits.
Knowledge of low-voltage motor control circuits.
Knowledge of three-phase 15kV and 480V switchgear.
Experience with Allen-Bradley programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and variable frequency drives (VFDs).
Experience with Allen-Bradley servo motors and servo drives.
Knowledge of NFPA 70E arc flash safety requirements.
AutoCAD skills.
Knowledge of short circuit studies and protective device coordination.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs, including Outlook, Excel, Word, Access, and PowerPoint.
Knowledge of PLC networking and network switches.
Human machine interface (HMI) programming skills.
Knowledge of process instrumentation, such as pressure, temperature, and flow transmitters.
Proactive, positive approach to the safety of oneself and others.
Ability to motivate and influence others.
Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills, with a high level of emotional intelligence.
Thoroughness and attention to detail.
Analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong prioritization skills.
High sense of urgency.

Nice To Haves

Five years of experience working in an industrial environment.
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology.
Experience with QlikView data reporting software and Maximo maintenance management software.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate a personal commitment to a safety-first mindset.
Maintain the software and configuration files used to program and connect Rockwell Automation control equipment, including Add-On Profiles, Electronic Data Sheets, and firmware.
Serve as the electrical subject matter expert for all mill departments.
Develop electrical project schedules and budgets.
Maintain company electrical specifications.
Work with the electrical department to create preventive maintenance plans for new equipment.
Analyze and troubleshoot electrical control systems.
Design, coordinate, and commission electrical projects.
Mentor, train, and provide technical assistance to plant electricians.
Maintain electrical drawings and documentation.
Work with vendors to stay current on the latest technologies.
Manage capital electrical projects and the contractors performing the work.
Maintain the plant’s arc flash studies and documentation.