Electrical Engineer

021 Kaiser Aluminum Warrick, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading compensation program

401(k) options that begin vesting day 1

First-rate vacation plan for work-life balance

Relocation assistance for new team members

Employee resource groups

Job summary

021 Kaiser Aluminum Warrick, LLC is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer responsible for optimizing and improving manufacturing processes. This role focuses on ensuring process stability, safety, and throughput while also leading projects that enhance efficiency.

The ideal candidate will have a strong electrical engineering background and a bachelor’s degree, along with experience in industrial environments. Responsibilities include mentoring, troubleshooting, and eliminating waste through reliability enhancements.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as an engineer in an industrial environment.
• Experience managing and executing capital projects.
• Strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Providing process improvements to safely meet operations' business plan.
• Creating and developing programs for new electrical systems.
• Managing all phases of assigned electrical engineering projects.

Skills

Process improvements

Electrical engineering

PLC's

Communication skills

Project management

Root cause problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

HMI's

AC drives

Instrumentation

Job description

Job Overview

The Electrical Engineer is responsible for optimizing, stabilizing, and improving manufacturing processes on coil coating and finishing lines through electrical, controls, and automation engineering expertise. This role primarily focuses on process stability, reliability, safety, quality, and throughput, while also leading or supporting capital and expense projects when required to enable process improvements.

Benefits

• Industry‑leading compensation program
• 401(k) options that begin vesting day1
• First‑rate vacation plan for valuable work‑life balance
• Relocation assistance for new team members
• Employee resource groups

Responsibilities

• Providing process improvements to safely meet Warrick Operations' business plan.
• Creating and developing programs that will support process improvements and new electrical systems.
• Coordinating all phases of assigned area electrical engineering projects from concept, scope development, written specifications, bid solicitations, design, manufacturing, equipment commissioning, and project closure.
• Assisting production and maintenance with equipment and process issues.
• Function as a problem solver.
• Apply theory and experience to accurately troubleshoot problems, develop sustainable fixes, and drive long‑term improvements to equipment.
• Lead and participate in process improvements with multi‑discipline technical staff, maintenance, and production.
• Mentor employees to increase their process knowledge and support their career growth.
• Work to eliminate waste through reliability enhancements and monitoring processes, ensuring they are in control and meeting expectations.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited institution.
Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as an engineer in an industrial environment
• Experience with PLC's, HMI's, AC drives & motors, low & medium power distribution, and instrumentation
• Experience managing and executing capital projects
• Root cause problem solving skills
• Demonstrated communication skills
• Strong organizational skills

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered based on job‑related qualifications and abilities. There shall be no discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran, or disability status. Kaiser Aluminum encourages applications from women, people of diverse backgrounds and those with different skills and life experiences. Kaiser is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.