Electrical Manager

Atlassand; Kermit (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% covered medical, dental, and vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Atlassand seeks an experienced Electrical Manager to oversee the reliability and maintenance of electrical assets at the Dune Express operation in Texas. The ideal candidate will lead a team of electricians, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and manage significant maintenance activities.

Offering a competitive benefits package, this role requires candidates to have at least 5 years of relevant experience, strong leadership skills, and knowledge of PLC and SCADA systems.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in conveyors or heavy industry.
• Strong budgeting and cost control skills.
• Knowledge in PLC, SCADA systems required.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex data.

Responsibilities

• Lead all electrical maintenance activities across the Dune Express.
• Manage a team of field electricians.
• Oversee maintenance for switchrooms and transformers.
• Engage with third-party vendors for quotes.

Skills

Leadership skills

Budgeting and cost control

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Knowledge in PLC and SCADA

Education

Electrical engineering degree or equivalent

Tools

PLC systems

SCADA systems

VFDs

Job description

Reporting directly to the Dune Express Manager, this role is responsible for the reliability, maintenance, and performance of all electrical assets across the Dune Express operation. You will lead a team of electrical personnel and contractors while driving safety, asset reliability, preventative maintenance, shutdown execution, and continuous improvement initiatives.

This position offers a rare opportunity to manage a critical infrastructure asset and play a key role in the long‑term success of one of the most innovative material handling systems in North America.

The Electrical Manager is responsible for adhering to all OSHA and MSHA standards while performing all job duties.

Responsibilities:

• Lead all electrical maintenance activities across the Dune Express, complying with OSHA, MSHA, and Atlas policies and procedures.
• Work with outside engineering firms to design new electrical equipment.
• Travel to various vendor locations and for audits and meetings. This will be more so during the design and construction phase.
• Review, understand, redline, and update electrical schematics, drawings, one‑lines, e‑houses layouts, etc.
• Manage a team of field electricians on day‑to‑day tasks such as inspections, PMs, troubleshooting, and reporting.
• Mentor and coach employees, fostering both technical capability and leadership development.
• Oversee maintenance and repair activities for switchrooms, transformers, incoming power distribution, and associated electrical equipment.
• Lead major shutdowns, outages, and maintenance campaigns.
• Oversee PLC, controls, SCADA, communications and instrumentation systems.
• Attend training and certification courses required by the company.
• Develop, maintain, and report on budgets for OPEX and CAPEX.
• Engage with third‑party vendors for quotes and lead times.
• Comply with OSHA and MSHA standards and annual testing on electrical equipment.
• Create and maintain training manuals, SOPs, and troubleshooting guides specific to the Dune Express system.
• In conjunction with senior leadership, may plan, staff, and organize field/shop positions.
• Interact with project management, engineering, estimating, and planning to ensure work complies with contract requirements, drawings, specifications, and schedule.
• Responsible for resolving direct report’s issues (lack of productivity, safety, quality, work interfaces, rework, etc.) as required.
• Assist in obtaining personnel through Human Resources/Recruiting or network (as necessary).
• Assess work completion. Create punch lists.
• Advise Dune Manager of potential problems, work interference, schedule difficulties, etc. Assist in circumventing/resolving such problems as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in conveyors or heavy industry, with a proven track record of successful project delivery and leadership in an operations and manufacturing environment.
• Strong budgeting and cost control skills.
• Knowledge in PLC, SCADA systems and other industrial automation technologies.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate a diverse maintenance team.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience managing critical infrastructure and high‑availability assets.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional stakeholders.
• Be able to interrogate blueprints and equipment manuals.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex data, identify trends, and make informed decisions.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to pass DOT medical assessment.

Preferred:

• Electrical engineering degree, electrical trade qualification, or equivalent technical background.
• Experience with conveyor systems and bulk material‑handling assets.
• Experience with VFDs, SCADA systems, fiber communications, and condition monitoring technologies.
• Experience in reliability‑centered maintenance and asset management practices.
• Previous experience in a leadership or management role.

Reporting Relationship:

• Reports To: Dune Express Manager
• Supervisory Responsibilities: Provides direct supervision to assigned employees, including responsibility for work assignments, performance management, coaching, development, and input into hiring, disciplinary, and compensation decisions.

Work Location & Travel Requirements

• Location: Dune Express Overland Conveyor System
• Work Environment: Office – Field – Outdoors
• Travel: Based out of 1218 office but may require travel to vendor locations, events, conferences, etc.

Physical Demands

Office based, but field time required, able to walk considerable distances, and climb walkways and gantries.

How You Will Stand Out

• You are team-oriented, approachable, and work well with others.
• You take pride in your work, ensuring accuracy and quality in every task.
• You handle personal and confidential information with the utmost discretion and integrity.
• You are driven by team success.

What You Will Love About Us

• Best People and Team. Great Place to Work, Hire Vets, Top Place to Work For – Austin American Statesman.
• Your Well‑Being is a Priority. 100% covered medical, dental, and vision.
• Invest in Your Future. 401(k) with company match, immediate vesting.
• Relax and Recharge. Paid time off (non‑rotational roles), 15+ company paid holidays.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Atlas Energy Solutions is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

This commitment applies to all aspects of employment, including recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, and termination.

Reasonable Accommodation

Atlas Energy Solutions provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and those with pregnancy‑related conditions in accordance with applicable law.

Job Disclaimer

This job description is not intended to be all‑inclusive and may be modified at any time based on business needs.