Electrical & Controls Engineer for Plant Reliability

Ozinga; East Chicago (IN); On-site; USD 81,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Retirement Plan

Voluntary Benefits

Work-Life Balance

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

Job summary

Ozinga East Chicago is seeking an Electrical and Controls Engineer to lead the maintenance, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of electrical and control systems at the grinding mill.

You will partner with operations and maintenance to optimize equipment performance, reduce downtime, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance while supporting capital projects and asset reliability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related experience.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and best practices in an industrial environment.
• Knowledge of cement and concrete products preferred.
• Valid OSHA 10 Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all plant electrical and control systems, ensuring compliance with company safety standards and applicable electrical codes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical and automation issues involving power distribution systems, MCCs, VFDs, large motors, and field instrumentation.
• Troubleshoot Siemens PLC systems using TIA Portal and related platforms to support process stability and production targets.
• Maintain and troubleshoot Siemens motor management systems, including SIMOCODE, to enhance motor protection, diagnostics, and reliability.
• Partner with maintenance and operations teams to perform root cause analysis on equipment failures and implement corrective and preventive solutions.
• Assist with calibration, setup, and commissioning of instrumentation including pressure, temperature, flow, and level devices.
• Maintain and update electrical drawings, control schematics, and documentation to ensure accuracy and long term asset integrity.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization and continuous improvement through data analysis, automation enhancements, and reliability initiatives.
• Provide technical guidance and develop work procedures to plant personnel and support training efforts related to control systems and electrical best practices.
• Support occasional off hour troubleshooting and plant outages as required to maintain operational continuity.
• Coordinate work with contractors and plant personnel as required.
• Develop and implement electrical maintenance and outage plans.
• Attend and seek out electrical continuous learning opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

TIA Portal

SIMOCODE

Siemens PLC systems

Job description

Overview

East Chicago, IN | Full-Time | $81,000–$101,000

Overview

East Chicago, IN | Full-Time | $81,000–$101,000

Schedule: Monday–Friday, with on-call support as needed

Ozinga is hiring an Industrial Electrical Maintenance Engineer for our East Chicago Grinding Mill. This is a hands-on plant role. You will work in the field with maintenance and operations to keep electrical and control systems running safely, reliably, and efficiently. This is not a desk-only engineering role. The right person is comfortable diagnosing issues in the plant, troubleshooting equipment, working with instruments and breakers, and supporting repairs, outages, and start-ups.

What You’ll Do

• Troubleshoot electrical and control issues in a heavy industrial plant
• Work with motors, drives, MCCs, breakers, panels, and field instruments
• Diagnose equipment issues and support repairs with maintenance and operations
• Support Siemens PLC systems, TIA Portal, and SIMOCODE motor management systems
• Assist with setup, calibration, and commissioning of pressure, temperature, flow, and level instruments
• Read and update electrical drawings, control schematics, and panel layouts
• Support plant outages, start-ups, repairs, and improvement projects
• Look for ways to improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime
• Coordinate with contractors, plant personnel, and leadership as needed
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• 3+ years of hands-on electrical maintenance, instrumentation, industrial troubleshooting, or related plant/facility experience
• Experience working in an industrial or commercial facility environment
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical systems safely and practically
• Experience with motors, VFDs, MCCs, breakers, panels, or field instruments
• Ability to read electrical drawings, schematics, or panel layouts
• Strong safety mindset
• Valid driver’s license
  
  

Helpful But Not Required

• Siemens PLC, TIA Portal, or SIMOCODE experience
• OSHA 10, NFPA 70E, or arc flash knowledge
• Cement, concrete, heavy manufacturing, or similar plant experience
• Associate degree, bachelor’s degree, technical certification, apprenticeship, or equivalent hands-on training
  
  

Work environment

This role is based in a heavy industrial plant. You may work around dust, noise, heat, heights, confined spaces, and outdoor conditions. PPE is required.

At Ozinga, we care about the well-being of our team members both in and out of the workplace. That’s why we’re proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and overall quality of life.

Our Benefits Include

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance – Protecting your health and providing peace of mind.

Retirement Plan Options – Helping you build a secure future.

Voluntary Benefits – Helping you to cover unexpected expenses.

Work-Life Balance – Supporting flexibility so you can thrive in every area of your life.

Employee Assistance Program – Offering confidential support for personal and professional challenges.

Wellness Program – Promoting a healthy lifestyle through resources and incentives.

We believe that when our co-workers feel their best, they can do their best. Join us and experience the difference of working for a company that values you!

Ozinga is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applications for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, veteran status, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.