Electrical Superintendent

MAC Incorporated; New Braunfels (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

MAC Incorporated in New Braunfels, Texas, seeks an Electrical Superintendent to lead the reliability, maintenance, programming and improvement of the plant’s electrical, instrumentation, controls and automation systems.

The role oversees PLC/HMI programming, MV/LV equipment, motor controls and diagnostic work in a cement manufacturing setting, supervising Electrical and Instrumentation Technicians and coordinating outages, weekends and holidays as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Automation or related engineering field.
• 5+ years of ControlLogix PLC and HMI design/programming experience.
• 5+ years MV/LV electrical design and maintenance experience.
• 3+ years cement plant experience is required.
• Strong knowledge of instrumentation, process control and industrial standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance and reliability of electrical, instrumentation, controls and automation systems.
• Supervise Electrical and Instrumentation Technicians.
• Program, troubleshoot, modify and upgrade PLC and HMI systems.
• Lead RCA for major failures and develop preventive maintenance programs.
• Coordinate outages, start-up activities and project implementation.

Skills

PLC programming

Electrical design

Team leadership

Troubleshooting

Instrumentation

Automation

Rockwell/AB PLCs

Modicon PLCs

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Cement plant experience

Tools

SAP

AutoCAD

Visio

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Electrical Superintendent New Braunfels, Texas
Job Ref: 41563

LARGE COMPANY IN NEW BRAUNFELS TX IS LOOKING FOR AN ELECTRICAL SUPERINTENDENT. LOOKING FOR SOMEONE OUT OF THE CEMENT MANUFACTURING INDUSTRY. RELOCATION IS OFFERED AS WELL TO RELOCATION CANDIDATES

MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE WITH 4160V AND ALSO SOME PLC PROGRAMMING AS WELL

MON-FRI 7AM-5PM

EVERY 6TH WEEK YOU WORK MON-SUN AND DURING OUTAGES YOU ARE REQUIRED TO BE AT THE SITE

SALARY: $100K-$130K + 12% TARGET BONUS

Electrical Superintendent

Position Summary

The Electrical Superintendent is responsible for leading the reliability, maintenance, programming, and improvement of the plant’s electrical, instrumentation, controls, and automation systems.

This position provides technical leadership for PLC/HMI programming, MV/LV electrical equipment, instrumentation, motor controls, automation, troubleshooting, and reliability improvements while supervising Electrical and Instrumentation Technicians within a cement manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the maintenance and reliability of plant electrical, instrumentation, controls, and automation systems.
• Supervise and provide technical direction to Electrical and Instrumentation Technicians.
• Support MV/LV transformers, switchgear, MCCs, motors, grounding systems, PLCs, HMIs, instrumentation, and related equipment.
• Program, troubleshoot, modify, and upgrade PLC and HMI systems.
• Troubleshoot ControlLogix, Modicon, VFDs, AC/DC motors, electrical controls, and instrumentation.
• Lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for major electrical, controls, and automation failures.
• Identify and correct chronic equipment and reliability issues.
• Develop and optimize preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Lead electrical and automation projects involving design, installation, commissioning, start-up, and performance improvements.
• Coordinate maintenance and inspection activities with electricians, technicians, contractors, and equipment suppliers.
• Analyze equipment history and failure data to improve plant reliability.
• Participate in maintenance budgeting and control electrical and automation maintenance costs.
• Ensure electrical systems comply with applicable regulatory requirements, codes, and industrial standards.
• Provide technical support during plant outages, breakdowns, and major repairs.
• Maintain electrical, controls, and instrumentation documentation.
• Provide off-hours support when required, including occasional weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Automation, Electronics Engineering, or related Engineering discipline.
• 5+ years of ControlLogix PLC and HMI design/programming experience required.
• 5+ years of MV/LV electrical design and maintenance experience required.
• 3+ years of cement plant experience required.
• Strong programming experience with Rockwell/Allen-Bradley ControlLogix and Modicon PLCs.
• Strong PLC logic and HMI programming experience.
• Experience with VFDs, AC/DC motors, transformers, generators, MCCs, and electrical protection systems.
• Strong knowledge of instrumentation, process controls, machine automation, and industrial electrical systems.
• Knowledge of electrical codes, regulatory requirements, and industrial standards.
• Strong understanding of the cement manufacturing process.
• Experience with SAP, AutoCAD, Visio, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Strong leadership, troubleshooting, project management, and communication skills.

Work Environment

Position requires working in an industrial cement plant with exposure to outdoor conditions, extreme temperatures, noise, and heavy equipment. Required PPE must be worn.

Must be able to perform physically demanding activities including walking, climbing, pushing/pulling, and lifting as required. DOT physical, hearing test, and drug/alcohol screening are required.

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