Electrical Engineer

Company: Actalent
Location: Battle Creek
Posted on: March 17, 2023

Job Description:

DescriptionThe electrical engineer will be working on-site at the facility in Battle Creek. In this role, responsibilities include maintaining programs for electrical infrastructure, power factor management and updating/maintaining PLCs. This person should have a strong background in electrical design for facilities and be well versed in schematics. They will also be responsible for managing their own projects of varying sizes and scope that will be funded through capital and expense budgets. You will work together with other departments to create solutions to improve processes, upgrading the equipment, etc. You will also be the go to person for the electricians on any issues that they are unable to resolve. You will work with the maintenance group for troubleshooting in plants. Power distribution experience and knowledge is key for this role - this individual should understand distribution for up to 4800 voltage.(An example of a project would be upgrading substations to improve efficiency.)Responsibilities

• Strive to insure safety of personnel for construction, maintenance, etc. Maintain standards for Arc Flash protection, PPE, grounding, safety circuits, hazardous locations, and LOTO.
• Maintain programs for electrical infrastructure maintenance, power factor management, and electrical monitoring and metering.
• Update and maintain electrical/controls equipment.
• Insure the maintenance of electrical schematics and documentation.
• Support plant operations with technical troubleshooting capabilities.
• Provide training and technical leadership for electrical skilled trades.
• Assist in development of scope, cost, and schedule for new electrical installations and infrastructure improvement projects, including capital projects.
• Maintain required project management documentation and history files.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement and cost reduction initiatives.
• Utilize, implement, and evaluate new and emerging technologies.Skills
  • Power Distribution
  • Electrical design
  • Substation
  • Controls Design
  • Facilities maintenance
  • Oil and Gas
  • Manufacturing Process
  • Food Manufacturing
  • Nuclear Engineering
  • Nuclear Power
  • Ccapital Project
  • Power Distribution System
  • Electrical SubstationAdditional Skills & QualificationsMust Haves
    • B.S. Degree in Electrical Engineering
    • Experience with power distribution systems up to 4800V AC including substations, switchgear, and power factor correction equipment.
    • 3.5+ years of experience in engineering for food manufacturing, oil/gas, nuclear, or manufacturingNice to Haves
      • Project management experience or PE
      • Electrical Design (schematics) capacities
      • Ability to troubleshoot issues with PLC Controls
      • Experience with motors, drivers and associated circuitry About Actalent: Actalent connects passion with purpose. Our scalable talent solutions and services capabilities drive value and results and provide the expertise to help our customers achieve more. Every day, our experts around the globe are making an impact. We're supporting critical initiatives in engineering and sciences that advance how companies serve the world. Actalent promotes consultant care and engagement through experiences that enable continuous development. Our people are the difference. Actalent is an operating company of Allegis Group, the global leader in talent solutions. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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