Electrical Engineer

Job Juncture; Ashland (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Job Juncture is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer in Ashland, VA to provide hands-on support to plant operations and ensure electrical systems reliability. The ideal candidate will have 25+ years of experience, particularly in high-speed process industries.

This role involves troubleshooting electrical issues, collaborating with various teams, and driving continuous improvement. It's a great opportunity to contribute to a global packaging manufacturing leader and enhance operational performance.

Qualifications

• 25+ years of experience in electrical engineering, maintenance, or reliability within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong knowledge of electrical power systems, motors, drives, PLCs, and industrial automation systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands‑on electrical engineering support to daily plant operations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex electrical and automation issues.
• Participate in preventive and predictive maintenance programs.

Skills

Electrical power systems

Troubleshooting and root cause analysis

PLC and industrial automation systems

Lean manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

• Provide hands‑on electrical engineering support to daily plant operations, ensuring safe and efficient production
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex electrical and automation issues impacting uptime and performance
• Support and optimize systems including PLCs, motor control centers, drives, instrumentation, DCS/automation platforms, and industrial networks
• Partner with maintenance, reliability, and operations teams to implement corrective and preventive solutions
• Participate in preventive and predictive maintenance programs, including condition monitoring and reliability initiatives
• Contribute to capital projects, equipment upgrades, and automation improvements across the facility
• Collaborate with OEMs, vendors, and contractors on installations, commissioning, and technical problem‑solving
• Maintain and update electrical documentation including schematics, system configurations, and equipment history
• Ensure compliance with all safety standards, electrical codes, and regulatory requirements
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on reliability, efficiency, and operational performance

Qualifications:

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Industrial Technology, or related field
• 25+ years of experience in electrical engineering, maintenance, or reliability within a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Experience in packaging, pulp & paper, or other high‑speed process industries strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of electrical power systems, motors, drives, PLCs, and industrial automation systems
• Proven troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills in complex industrial environments
• Familiarity with reliability methodologies, predictive maintenance tools, and maintenance workflows
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, drawings, and technical documentation
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple departments
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced manufacturing setting
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement practices is a plus
• Strong commitment to safety and adherence to electrical standards and best practices

Why is This a Great Opportunity:

We are seeking an Electrical Engineer to join a global packaging manufacturing leader located near north Richmond, VA. This role offers the opportunity to play a critical part in supporting plant reliability, uptime, and continuous improvement across a high‑speed manufacturing operation. You will work closely with maintenance, operations, and engineering teams to optimize electrical systems, troubleshoot issues, and drive performance improvements.