Principal Electrical Engineer

Vulcan Materials Company•Knoxville, IA

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About The Position

The Principal Electrical Engineer provides electrical engineering and electrical project management under the supervision of a Senior Engineer. The role oversees electrical projects, repairs, and preventative maintenance, with responsibility increasing over time. It involves technical interfacing with vendors and power providers, advising operations personnel, and managing electrical project components from planning through maintenance. The engineer also assists with the design of electrical and automation systems, consults on system applications to improve productivity, troubleshoots electrical issues, coordinates contractors, mentors regional electrical staff, and contributes to corporate standards and policies. The position supports facilities across the Company, with a focus on work in the assigned geographical area.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or equivalent experience.
At least 5–10 years of electrical experience in mining, heavy industrial, utility, or a related industry.
Experience designing and managing construction projects involving different types of power distribution, including overhead and underground.
Experience working with PLCs, soft starts, and VFDs.
Experience designing motor control systems.
Experience hiring and supervising electrical contractors.
Experience managing medium- and large-scale electrical projects.
Experience managing or supervising union and nonunion employees.
Advanced computer skills, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio, and AutoCAD.
Strong knowledge and application of safety and environmental regulations, including NEC, NESC, MSHA, and OSHA.
Knowledge of Safety, Health, and Environmental policies and procedures.
Strong communication, interpersonal, relationship-building, planning, and project-management skills.
Ability to plan, prioritize, and coordinate multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
Ability to represent VMC professionally to customers, vendors, and internal personnel.
Ability to lift 50 pounds and stand and walk for long periods.
Ability to drive a pickup truck or car daily; periodic airline travel may be required.
Use of telephones, computers, cell phones, and other electronic devices is essential.

Nice To Haves

Continuing education in business-related coursework.
Experience with power system analysis software such as PTW or ETAP.
Knowledge of mine production techniques and equipment.

Responsibilities

Enforce safe operating standards and continuously improve practices by developing task training, preparing short training modules, and reviewing existing practices.
Inspect and review plant electrical systems to ensure they are safe for plant personnel.
Develop project scopes and cost-effective estimates based on sound electrical designs for Authorization For Expenditure consideration.
Develop, coordinate, and manage electrical projects and work across the Company, with a focus on the assigned geographical area; manage budgets, maintain conformance to scope, ensure safety practices are followed, and supervise work.
Interface with design teams on capital and maintenance projects.
Monitor electrical support activities for all plants, including preventative maintenance.
Supervise and instruct engineers, designers, and draftsmen in designing electrical applications, equipment, or systems.
Contribute to the creation and modification of Corporate Standards, Specifications, and Policies with respect to NEC, NESC, MSHA, and OSHA.
Monitor contracted electrical companies.
Maintain and improve established electrical department policies and procedures.
Evaluate and recommend technologies to improve facility electrical efficiency or reduce costs.
Review plant operations to identify opportunities to conserve electrical energy.
Troubleshoot electrical issues and consult on electrical and automation system applications for productivity.
Coordinate with contractors and mentor regional electrical staff.