Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Ozinga Materials Inc.; East Chicago (IN); On-site; USD 81,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

Job summary

Ozinga Materials Inc. in East Chicago, IN is hiring an Industrial Electrical Maintenance Engineer for a hands‑on plant role. You will troubleshoot electrical/control systems, work with motors, drives, MCCs, breakers, panels, and field instruments, and support PLCs and instrumentation.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of hands‑on experience in industrial settings, read schematics comfortably, and maintain a strong safety mindset. On‑site with on‑call cover as needed.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands‑on electrical maintenance or related plant experience.
• Experience in industrial facilities and safety‑minded work habits.
• Ability to read electrical drawings and schematics clearly.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot electrical and control issues in a heavy industrial plant.
• Work with motors, drives, MCCs, breakers, panels, and field instruments.
• Diagnose equipment issues and support repairs with maintenance teams.
• Support Siemens PLC systems, TIA Portal, and SIMOCODE motor management.
• Assist with setup, calibration, and commissioning of process instruments.
• Read/update electrical drawings and control schematics as needed.
• Support outages, start‑ups, repairs, and improvement projects.
• Identify ways to improve reliability and reduce downtime.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Industrial plant experience

Field instrumentation

Reading electrical schematics

Education

Associate degree, technical certification, or apprenticeship

Tools

Motors

VFDs

MCCs

Breakers

Panels

Siemens PLC

TIA Portal

SIMOCODE

Job description

East Chicago, IN | Full-Time | $81,000–$101,000

Schedule: Monday–Friday, with on-call support as needed

Ozinga is hiring an Industrial Electrical Maintenance Engineer for our East Chicago Grinding Mill. This is a hands‑on plant role. You will work in the field with maintenance and operations to keep electrical and control systems running safely, reliably, and efficiently. This is not a desk‑only engineering role. The right person is comfortable diagnosing issues in the plant, troubleshooting equipment, working with instruments and breakers, and supporting repairs, outages, and start‑ups.

What you’ll do

• Troubleshoot electrical and control issues in a heavy industrial plant
• Work with motors, drives, MCCs, breakers, panels, and field instruments
• Diagnose equipment issues and support repairs with maintenance and operations
• Support Siemens PLC systems, TIA Portal, and SIMOCODE motor management systems
• Assist with setup, calibration, and commissioning of pressure, temperature, flow, and level instruments
• Read and update electrical drawings, control schematics, and panel layouts
• Support plant outages, start‑ups, repairs, and improvement projects
• Look for ways to improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime
• Coordinate with contractors, plant personnel, and leadership as needed

What we’re looking for

• 3+ years of hands‑on electrical maintenance, instrumentation, industrial troubleshooting, or related plant/facility experience
• Experience working in an industrial or commercial facility environment
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical systems safely and practically
• Experience with motors, VFDs, MCCs, breakers, panels, or field instruments
• Ability to read electrical drawings, schematics, or panel layouts
• Strong safety mindset
• Valid driver’s license

Helpful but not required

• Siemens PLC, TIA Portal, or SIMOCODE experience
• OSHA 10, NFPA 70E, or arc flash knowledge
• Cement, concrete, heavy manufacturing, or similar plant experience
• Associate degree, bachelor’s degree, technical certification, apprenticeship, or equivalent hands‑on training

Work environment

This role is based in a heavy industrial plant. You may work around dust, noise, heat, heights, confined spaces, and outdoor conditions. PPE is required.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to talk or hear; frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms
• Occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
• Walking, climbing and standing on uneven, muddy or frozen job sites in both daylight and after dark
• Frequent use of stairs, use of fall protection, operation of equipment (AEWP, manlift, company truck), connecting hoses, sampling trucks
• Must be able to frequently bend
• Ability to perform maintenance duties in tight spaces
• Must be able to operate buttons, levers, and other controls located on various equipment
• Must be able to sit and drive for extended periods of time
• Must be able to work long and flexible hours as necessary
• Must be able to maneuver in and around our plants, yards, and jobsites as necessary
• Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds several times a day
• Lifting and carrying tools and/or products

Benefits Information

At Ozinga, we care about the well‑being of our team members both in and out of the workplace. That’s why we’re proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and overall quality of life.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance – Protecting your health and providing peace of mind.
• Retirement Plan Options – Helping you build a secure future.
• Voluntary Benefits – Helping you to cover unexpected expenses.
• Work‑Life Balance – Supporting flexibility so you can thrive in every area of your life.
• Employee Assistance Program – Offering confidential support for personal and professional challenges.
• Wellness Program – Promoting a healthy lifestyle through resources and incentives.

We believe that when our co‑workers feel their best, they can do their best. Join us and experience the difference of working for a company that values you!

Ozinga is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applications for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, veteran status, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.