Electrical Engineer – Mining Maintenance Lead

LeoForce

Knoxville (TN)

On-site

USD 140,000 - 200,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

LeoForce seeks an experienced Electrical Engineer in Knoxville, TN to support and optimize electrical systems across our mining operations. You will design, install, and maintain critical equipment while upholding safety and environmental standards.

Required: 5–10 years in electrical maintenance, a Bachelor’s in electrical engineering, and proficiency with SAP, MS Office, and ETAP. You will lead technicians, drive maintenance programs, and coordinate with suppliers and operations to achieve

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering is required.
Appropriate trade or related qualification in maintenance of mechanical and electrical equipment or related discipline.
Comprehensive knowledge of mine power distribution circuits, ground systems knowledge, grounding, ground monitoring and neutral grounding circuits preferred.
5-10 years’ experience in electrical maintenance, within a mining, construction, or OEM environment.
5 years’ experience in a supervisor or manager role preferred.
Experience in leading others, with exposure to current leadership theory and team management practice preferred.
Proficiency in SAP, MS Office Suite, and ETAP preferred.
Demonstrated high regard for safe-working rules and procedures, with evidence of careful consideration of risk-factors in undertaking any initiative.
Proven orientation to results with ability to maintain focus on key areas.

Responsibilities

Maintain effective short and long-term maintenance of mechanical and electrical equipment.
Monitor for effective preventative and breakdown mechanical and electrical maintenance procedures.
Consulting with warehouse and suppliers regarding parts and consumables requirements and plans.
Continually reviewing the most appropriate mechanical and electrical maintenance methods, equipment, and plans.
Effectively coordinating mechanical and electrical maintenance personnel.
Monitoring actual performance against targets and taking corrective action to maintain targets.
Reviewing and implementing new techniques and procedures that will streamline mechanical and electrical maintenance processes.
Submission of proposals for more effective and efficient procedures and methods.
Actively participate in the Maintenance team to support and promote agreed decisions of the department.