Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer — Plant Systems

Brightpath Associates LLC; Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Brightpath Associates LLC is seeking a Site Electrical Engineer to support the Maintenance Department, focusing on safe, reliable operations across the plant, and involvement in long-term planning.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, 2+ years with PLCs, HMIs, drives, and distribution systems, plus leadership and teamwork; chemical plant experience and PSM are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience with PLCs, HMIs, drives and motors, low/medium voltage distribution.
• Experience in RCFA and FMEA, thermography, and Motor Circuit Analysis preferred.
• Chemical manufacturing experience with Process Safety Management (PSM) preferred.
• Must be in current position minimum 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Site Electrical Engineer for the Maintenance Department.
• Update plant electrical single line diagrams and Arc Flash labeling.
• Be the AHJ for NFPA 70E compliance.
• Specify Preventive and Predictive Maintenance.
• Collaborate with Electricians, Mechanics, and other staff.
• Support projects and maintenance efforts as needed.
• Participate in Pre-Start-Up-Safety-Reviews for safe commissioning.
• Assist in defining on-site maintenance and tooling requirements.
• Recommend improvements based on RCFA findings.
• Analyze equipment trends to improve reliability.
• Ensure installation/operations conform to standards and plant requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Technical aptitude

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PLCs

HMIs

DCS systems

UPS systems

Arc Flash Analysis

Job description

Brightpath Associates LLC is seeking a Site Electrical Engineer to support the Maintenance Department, focusing on safe, reliable operations across the plant, and involvement in long-term planning.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, 2+ years with PLCs, HMIs, drives, and distribution systems, plus leadership and teamwork; chemical plant experience and PSM are preferred.