Electrical Engineer

J.M. Huber Corporation; Rifle (CO); On-site; USD 116,000 - 142,000; Full time

Job summary

J.M. Huber Corporation seeks an Electrical Engineer for the Rifle, CO site to lead major projects, support maintenance planning, scheduling, budgeting, and supervision.

You will design and optimize electrical systems, including power distribution, motor controls, instrumentation, and process automation. Qualification: Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering; expertise in schematics, control diagrams, AutoCAD, OSHA standards, and project management.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of electrical engineering, control and power distribution systems, PLCs, VFDs, wireless systems, communication protocols, motor controls, and instrumentation.
• Experience with schematics, electrical drawings and control diagrams.
• Familiarity with OSHA regulations and industrial safety standards.
• Experience in project management.
• Computer based work with Excel, Word and CMMS databases.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute design and modification projects to improve equipment reliability, plant safety, and energy efficiency.
• Support capital projects from concept through implementation, including scope development, cost estimation, vendor coordination, and commissioning.
• Conduct troubleshooting and root cause analysis for electrical equipment failures and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Collaborate with maintenance and operations teams to develop preventive and predictive maintenance strategies for electrical equipment and ensure complete documentation of maintenance activities.
• Manage and update electrical drawings, schematics, and documentation.
• Participate in plant reliability initiatives, energy management programs, and process optimization efforts.
• Provide technical training and guidance to maintenance staff as needed.
• Support plant-wide initiatives such as sustainability projects, system upgrades, and recent technology implementation.
• Apply the maintenance philosophy of Inspection–Planning–Execution to improve reliability and work efficiency.
• Oversee construction projects, scheduling, and planning for capital and major maintenance projects, ensuring sound engineering principles in all power distribution modifications.
• Direct and provide guidance to contractors, vendors, and suppliers to ensure quality, efficiency, and adherence to company standards.
• Maintain critical spares inventory and plant drawing databases to support system reliability and minimize downtime.
• Promote high housekeeping standards during maintenance and project execution to support safety and operational excellence.
• Monitor process and equipment performance, supporting condition-based maintenance strategies and improving system reliability.
• Must be able to work schedules assigned, including weekends, evenings, and holidays, and must be available for call‑out during emergencies, inclement weather, or other critical events.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Control systems

Power distribution

PLCs

VFDs

Wireless systems

Communication protocols

Motor controls

Instrumentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Portfolio Business: Huber Engineered Materials

J.M. Huber Corporation is one of the largest privately held, family‑owned companies in the United States. Established in 1883, we are a diversified, global supplier of specialty and commodity chemicals, hydrocolloid solutions, engineered wood products and natural resources to customers spanning a wide variety of industries. With approximately $3 billion in sales and 4,000 employees worldwide, we have a material presence in more than 20 countries.

Position Summary

Natural Soda Inc (a Huber company) seeks an Electrical Engineer for our Rifle, CO location to support and lead major project management, maintenance planning, scheduling, budgeting and supervision. Provide engineering support for electrical systems, including power distribution, motor controls, instrumentation, and process automation.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop and execute design and modification projects to improve equipment reliability, plant safety, and energy efficiency.
• Support capital projects from concept through implementation, including scope development, cost estimation, vendor coordination, and commissioning.
• Conduct troubleshooting and root cause analysis for electrical equipment failures and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Collaborate with maintenance and operations teams to develop preventive and predictive maintenance strategies for electrical equipment and ensure complete documentation of maintenance activities.
• Manage and update electrical drawings, schematics, and documentation.
• Participate in plant reliability initiatives, energy management programs, and process optimization efforts.
• Provide technical training and guidance to maintenance staff as needed.
• Support plant-wide initiatives such as sustainability projects, system upgrades, and recent technology implementation.
• Apply the maintenance philosophy of Inspection–Planning–Execution to improve reliability and work efficiency.
• Oversee construction projects, scheduling, and planning for capital and major maintenance projects, ensuring sound engineering principles in all power distribution modifications.
• Direct and provide guidance to contractors, vendors, and suppliers to ensure quality, efficiency, and adherence to company standards.
• Maintain critical spares inventory and plant drawing databases to support system reliability and minimize downtime.
• Promote high housekeeping standards during maintenance and project execution to support safety and operational excellence.
• Monitor process and equipment performance, supporting condition-based maintenance strategies and improving system reliability.
• Must be able to work schedules assigned, including weekends, evenings, and holidays, and must be available for call‑out during emergencies, inclement weather, or other critical events.

Specialized/Technical Knowledge Or Required Skills

• Knowledge of electrical engineering, control and power distribution systems, PLCs, VFDs, wireless systems, communication protocols, motor controls, and instrumentation.
• Experience in the use of schematics, electrical drawings and control diagrams.
• Deep understanding of wiring, schematic, control, and loop diagrams.
• Experience with AutoCAD or similar software for electrical design and drawing updates.
• Familiarity with OSHA regulations and industrial safety standards.
• Experience in project management.
• Computer based work with Excel, Word and databases used for CMMS.

Physical Requirements

Key Competencies

Education

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering

Total Rewards

J.M. Huber Corporation complies with all local/state regulations requiring salary range transparency.

Any offered salary is determined based on relevant factors such as an applicant's skills, performance, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications and market considerations.

U.S. Market-Based Salary Range

Electrical Engineer

[$128,669.00 - $128,669.00]

In addition to base compensation, individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and profit‑sharing payout.

Huber also offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package as detailed on the Huber Benefits Hub.

Our employees are our strongest asset, and their safety, health, and well‑being is our highest priority. We respect the individual by providing opportunities for professional and personal development. Our Principles drive us to create an inclusive workplace where employees share core values, show dignity and respect toward others, and work hard to achieve their best performance.

J.M. Huber Corporation is an EEO employer. Pre‑employment drug screening is required