Electrical Program Manager

Materion Corporation; Ohio; On-site; USD 111,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits: medical,Dental

Paid holidays and vacation

Culture of respect, inclusion, and增长

Job summary

Materion Corporation in Elmore, Ohio seeks an Electrical Program Manager to lead capital projects focusing on power distribution design, implementation, and maintenance, with integration of PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA systems for reliable plant operations.

The role requires a strong background in electrical engineering, 10+ years in industrial settings, and leadership to coordinate cross-functional teams. This position is on-site in Elmore, OH and offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or equivalent.
• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field is preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent certification.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in installation and maintenance.
• Proven experience managing capital projects with emphasis on power distribution in industrial settings.
• In-depth knowledge of medium and low voltage power distribution design, protective relays, switchgear, transformers, and MCCs.
• Familiarity with industrial control systems, including PLC programming and HMI development.
• Strong project management skills with ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Expertise in power distribution system design and implementation.
• Strong understanding of electrical codes, safety standards, and regulatory compliance.
• Proficient in preparing technical specifications and evaluating vendor proposals.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex electrical and control system issues.
• Excellent communication and leadership to coordinate multidisciplinary teams.
• Familiarity with control system integration and architecture.
• Commitment to EH&S best practices.
• Familiarity with Arc Flash studies and electrical safety program development.

Responsibilities

• Capital Project Management: Lead design, planning, and execution of power distribution systems for large capital projects.
• Project Leadership: Act as Electrical Project Lead, developing scopes, costs, schedules, and coordinating teams.
• Power Distribution Expertise: Design and specify MV/LV distribution equipment, switchgear, transformers, MCCs, and protective relays.
• Controls Integration: Collaborate with controls engineers to integrate systems with PLCs, HMIs, DCSs, and SCADA.
• Technical Oversight: Prepare specifications, review vendor proposals, and recommend equipment for reliability and safety.
• Field Support and Troubleshooting: Oversee installation and commissioning; provide hands-on support.
• Standards and Compliance: Develop electrical design standards, arc flash studies, and documentation.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Coordinate with production, maintenance, EH&S, and contractors.

Skills

Power distribution design

Project leadership

Electrical codes knowledge

PLC programming

HMI development

Education

BSEE or equivalent

Master’s degree preferred

PE license or equivalent

Tools

Rockwell

DeltaV

GE PLC

Wonderware HMIs

Job description

At Materion, everyone is included, respected and offered opportunity to grow. Join us!

Salary range: $111,000-152,000*
*The salary range listed is a guide for this position and may vary depending on experience, education, geographic location, and other qualifications. The final offer will be determined based on the candidate’s individual merits and the company’s compensation policies.

Why Elmore, Ohio?

Because life here is anything but ordinary!

• Small-Town Charm – Friendly faces, safe neighborhoods, and affordable living.
• Delicious Delights – Grab a latte at Christy’s Corner Café or enjoy local flavors at cozy diners.
• Outdoor Adventures – Bike the scenic North Coast Inland Trail , fish at Riverbend Park , or tee off at Sugar Creek Golf Course.
• Nature & Culture – Stroll through Schedel Arboretum & Gardens , explore the Blair Museum of Lithophanes , or sip craft whiskey at Ernest Scarano Distillery.
• In the Middle of It All – Quick drives to Toledo, Cleveland, and Lake Erie for big-city fun!

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, retirement plan, tuition assistance
• Paid holidays and vacation
• A culture of respect, inclusion, and growth

Reporting to the Project Guardian Project Manager, the Electrical Program Manager will play a critical role in managing and executing large capital projects at the Elmore, OH facility. The role emphasizes power distribution system design, implementation, and maintenance, alongside integration and support of control systems to ensure reliable and efficient plant operations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Capital Project Management

• Lead the design, planning, and execution of power distribution systems for large capital projects, ensuring compliance with electrical codes, safety standards, and business goals.

Project Leadership

• Act as the Electrical Project Lead, developing project scopes, cost estimates, schedules, and coordinating multidisciplinary teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.

Power Distribution Expertise

• Design and specify medium and low voltage power distribution equipment, switchgear, transformers, motor control centers (MCCs), and protective relaying systems.

Controls Integration

• Collaborate with controls engineers to integrate power distribution equipment and protective relays with PLCs, HMIs, DCSs, and SCADA systems for monitoring and control.
• Provide technical input on control system architecture related to power distribution.

Technical Oversight

• Prepare technical specifications, review vendor proposals, and recommend equipment and system designs that optimize reliability, maintainability, and safety.

Field Support and Troubleshooting

• Oversee installation and commissioning of power distribution and control systems.
• Provide hands-on troubleshooting and technical support to resolve electrical and control system issues.

Standards and Compliance

• Develop and maintain electrical design standards, procedures, arc flash studies, and documentation to ensure consistent application and regulatory compliance.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with production, maintenance, EH&S, and external contractors to align project execution with operational requirements and safety protocols.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or equivalent.
• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field is preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent certification.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in installation and maintenance.
• Proven experience managing capital projects with a strong emphasis on power distribution systems in an industrial setting.
• In-depth knowledge of medium and low voltage power distribution design, protective relays, switchgear, transformers, and MCCs.
• Familiarity with industrial control systems, including PLC programming and HMI development.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results under deadlines.
• Expertise in power distribution system design and implementation.
• Strong understanding of electrical codes, safety standards, and regulatory compliance.
• Proficient in preparing technical specifications and evaluating vendor proposals.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex electrical and control system issues.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills to coordinate multidisciplinary teams.
• Familiarity with control system integration and architecture.
• Commitment to Environmental, Health & Safety best practices.
• Familiarity with Arc Flash studies and electrical safety program development.

PREFERRED:

• Experience with Rockwell, DeltaV, and GE PLC platforms, and Wonderware HMIs.
• Large project experience (>$20M).
• Experience in heavy manufacturing industries such as glass, metals, and chemicals.
• Experience with energy efficiency technologies and plant performance optimization.
• Familiarity with advanced project management tools and methodologies (e.g., PMP certification).

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The selection of the person to be hired for this position is contingent on the candidate having export compliance eligibility for access to U.S. controlled technology which comes under the licensing jurisdiction of the U.S. Department of State, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the U.S. Department of Commerce, Export Administration Regulations (EAR).

The candidate selected will have to qualify as either a U.S. citizen, a U.S. National, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., a Person Admitted into the U.S. as an Asylee or Refugee., a National of a country that is not prohibited from having access to U.S. controlled technology (via a letter of assurance), or a Person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on Materion’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with Materion’s business requirements.

Materion Corporation and its subsidiaries (the “Company”) is an equal employment opportunity employer. It is the Company’s policy to not unlawfully discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also the Company’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity and maintain employment statistics on applicants.

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Materion’s Veteran Employee Resource group supports veterans and promotes the benefits of hiring veterans in the workplace. We honor all those who have served and are a military friendly company. Veterans are encouraged to apply and military experience and skills are transferrable to Materion careers.