Electrical Engineer - Design & Power Distribution

Norsk Hydro; Cressona (PA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly Profit Sharing

Retirement Savings Plan

Education Assistance

Bonus Plan Eligibility

Job summary

Hydro is seeking an Electrical Engineer to lead power distribution and controls engineering for industrial equipment. You will review and approve electrical designs, manage installations and startups, and drive projects from scope through execution using the PESHA process.

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will collaborate with internal and external teams, suppliers, and contractors to ensure safe, on-time, on-budget execution and improve system reliability and performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (required).
• Minimum 5 years in manufacturing as electrical engineer (required).
• Experience reviewing electrical designs for industrial equipment (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical power and controls engineering for new and existing equipment.
• Review and approve electrical designs and equipment specifications.
• Manage installations, startups and troubleshooting of projects.
• Collaborate with suppliers, contractors and internal teams on design reviews.
• Ensure safety and reliability of electrical systems on site.
• Drive capital projects from scope through execution and hand-off.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

5+ years manufacturing experience as electrical engineer

Job description

Electrical Engineer - Design & Power Distribution

Location: Cressona, PA, US, 17929 Career area: Engineering Department: Engineering Lead Job Type: Permanent Apply by: April 1, 2026

Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing 20,000 people. Through our unique combination of local expertise, global network, and unmatched R&D capabilities, we can offer everything from standards profiles to advanced development and manufacturing for most industries. Since 1905, Hydro has turned natural resources into valuable products for people and businesses with focus on a safe and good workplace for our 30,000 employees in more than 140 locations.

What we offer you

• Quarterly Profit Sharing
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Education Assistance
• Bonus Plan Eligibility

What you will be doing?

Job Summary: This role is responsible for electrical power and controls engineering, including reviewing and approving electrical designs for new and existing equipment, equipment upgrades, design, material and service specification, and managing installations, startups, and troubleshooting. The Electrical Engineer will provide technical expertise in industrial power distribution systems, including 480V and higher-voltage infrastructure, while driving projects from scope definition through execution.

This position reports to Engineering Manager.

• Lead the safe, on-time, and on-budget development and execution of capital projects.
• Provide electrical engineering and design from concept through hand-off using the established PESHA process.
• Collaborate with internal/external engineering resources, equipment suppliers, and construction contractors to review electrical designs, evaluate equipment specifications, and support successful project execution.
• Perform engineering tasks including problem-solving, design calculations, equipment selection, electrical design, proposal reviews, and drawing management.
• Ensure proper operation and safety of equipment and processes.
• Recommend and implement changes to improve manufacturing value, electrical system reliabilityand system performance.
• Ensure processes are capable, controlled, and meet delivery and cost targets.
• Be present on the shop floor as needed, including accessing equipment via ladders or high reaches to evaluate progress and troubleshoot issues.
• Manage contractors to ensure safe and productive execution of work.

What will make you successful?

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field. (required)
• At least 5 years of professional experience in a manufacturing environment as an electrical engineer. (required)
• Experience reviewing, evaluating, and providing technical recommendations on electrical designs for industrial equipment and manufacturing systems. (preferred)
• Experience managing million dollar capital projects. (preferred)

Experience with industrial power distribution systems, including 480V distribution and/or medium-voltage systems. (preferred)

Equal opportunities

Hydro in North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer where all phases of employment are based strictly upon the qualifications of the individual as related to the work requirements of the position. This policy is applied without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or any other category protected by law. We strive to provide equal opportunities for all to contribute and succeed with us.

As part of our recruitment process, we may use job‑related assessments in selected roles. These tools help us better understand work‑related strengths and support a fair and consistent hiring process. Any assessment results are reviewed together with your experience, qualifications, and interviews, and are never used as the sole basis for hiring decisions.

Are you looking to make a real impact? For over a century, our people have been the driving force in solving some of the world's most pressing issues - and we hope you'll join us in solving the next century's. Whether you're working to close the loop at one of our recycling facilities or ensuring efficient renewable energy processes to decarbonize aluminium production, your contributions make an impact in our shared purpose of propelling our industries and the world into a greener future.

About Hydro

• Hydro is a leading aluminium and renewable energy company committed to a sustainable future
• Founded: 1905
• Number of employees: 32,000
• Company presence in around 40 countries worldwide

A key part of succeeding in this mission involves encouraging a collegial environment where our differencesare acknowledged as our greatest competitive advantage. Your diverse perspective makes us stronger. Ourglobal diversity, inclusion and belonging program enables us to cultivate a high-performing and inclusiveworkplace where everyone feels valued.

Your career journey is unique. We strive to provide you with the support needed to achieve your full potential.With our global reach, inclusive culture, and cutting‑edge technology you'll have the opportunity to build acareer that aligns with your strengths and passions. Join our global community of over 30,000 people with apresence in 40 countries and united by the values of Care, Courage and Collaboration. At Hydro, you havethe chance to make a difference in the industries that matter. Explore our world and the heart of our operations.