Electrical Systems Engineer

vulcanelements; Benson (NC); Vor Ort; USD 80.000 - 105.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Vulcan Elements in Benson, NC is seeking an Electrical Engineer to support electrical systems in a rare-earth magnet manufacturing facility during construction ramp-up and ongoing operations. You will verify installations against drawings, assist energization, and coordinate with site engineers and contractors on commissioning activities.

The role requires reading one-line diagrams and low-voltage power distribution experience, NEC and NFPA 70E familiarity, and willingness to work on active

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution.
• 3+ years of relevant electrical engineering experience in industrial/manufacturing facilities.
• Working knowledge of NEC and NFPA 70E.
• Experience with industrial power distribution equipment and diagrams.
• Ability to read electrical drawings and one-line diagrams.
• Strong written and verbal communication across disciplines.
• Willingness to work on active construction sites and follow safety rules.
• Must be a U.S. Person due to access to export-controlled information.

Aufgaben

• Verify electrical installations against engineering drawings and equipment power requirements prior to energization.
• Coordinate site acceptance testing for generators, ATS, UPS, and power metering systems.
• Track installation progress across 40+ unit substations and distribution equipment.
• Identify and document construction issues; communicate findings and resolutions to the site electrical engineer and factory engineering manager.
• Review contractor redlines and as-built documentation for accuracy against design intent.
• Support commissioning of electrical systems in accordance with NEC and facility design standards.
• Coordinate with electrical contractors on installation sequencing, punch-list resolution, and equipment turnover for energization.
• Ensure work on-site complies with NFPA 70 and NFPA 70E electrical safety requirements and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Support troubleshooting of power distribution issues during startup and early operations.
• Maintain accurate records of testing, inspections, and equipment status throughout ramp-up.
• Interface with equipment vendors and manufacturer representatives during startup and commissioning as needed.
• Provide preventive and predictive maintenance strategies to ensure safe, reliable operation.
• Track asset utilization and uptime to support production teams.
• Own and manage operational costs for electrical systems, identifying opportunities to improve reliability.

Kenntnisse

BSEE

Industrial power distribution

NEC/NFPA70E knowledge

Reading electrical drawings

Communication skills

Construction site on-site

Ausbildung

BSEE

Jobbeschreibung

Vulcan Elements is manufacturing American rare-earth permanent magnets for a secure, resilient future. With a focus on national security and economic resiliency, we serve critical industries such as defense, aerospace, and automotive powering a high-technology future. Vulcan Elements is building a team of ambitious professionals committed to Mission Focus, Technical Excellence and Integrity.

As an Electrical Engineer you will support the electrical systems of a rare earth magnet manufacturing facility during construction ramp-up and ongoing operations. This role is responsible for verifying that electrical installations conform to engineering drawings and equipment power requirements, supporting equipment energization and site acceptance testing, and serving as a technical liaison between the site electrical engineer, factory engineering manager, and electrical contractors during construction. The ideal candidate is comfortable working on-site during active construction, can read and interpret one-line diagrams and electrical drawings, and has practical experience with low-voltage (480V and less) industrial power distribution equipment.

This role is expected to be in the Benson, NC facility as construction and operations progress.

Responsibilities

• Verify electrical installations (unit substations, bus duct, panelboards, switchboards, grounding systems, transformers, fused disconnects) against engineering drawings and equipment power requirements prior to energization.
• Support and coordinate site acceptance testing (SAT) for electrical equipment, including generators, automatic transfer switches (ATS), uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), and power metering systems.
• Participate in facility ramp-up activities, tracking installation progress across 40+ unit substations and associated distribution equipment.
• Identify and document construction issues, electrical contractor deficiencies, and design constructability problems; communicate findings and proposed resolutions to the site electrical engineer and factory engineering manager.
• Review contractor redlines and as-built documentation for accuracy against design intent.
• Support commissioning of electrical systems in accordance with NEC and facility design standards.
• Coordinate with electrical contractors on installation sequencing, punch-list resolution, and equipment turnover for energization.
• Ensure work performed on-site complies with NFPA 70 and NFPA 70E electrical safety requirements and facility lockout/tagout procedures.
• Support troubleshooting of power distribution issues during startup and early operations.
• Maintain accurate records of testing, inspections, and equipment status throughout the ramp-up phase.
• Interface with equipment vendors and manufacturer representatives during startup and commissioning as needed.
• Provide technical ownership of facility electrical systems, including system reliability, asset lifecycle management, condition monitoring, and development of preventive and predictive maintenance strategies to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation.
• Track asset utilization and uptime, also including KPI helping ensure uninterrupted service for production teams.
• Own and manage operational costs for electrical systems, including utility consumption and lifecycle costs, while identifying opportunities to improve reliability and reduce total cost of ownership.
• Responsibilities and tasks outlined are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the business.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) from an accredited institution.
• 3+ years of relevant electrical engineering experience, ideally in an industrial or manufacturing facility environment.
• Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and NFPA 70E.
• Demonstrated experience with industrial power distribution equipment: unit substations, switchboards, panelboards, bus duct, transformers, fused disconnects, and grounding systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical one-line diagrams, panel schedules, and construction drawings.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for coordinating across engineering, construction, and contractor teams.
• Willingness to work on an active construction site and follow all site safety requirements.
• Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export-controlled information or facilities.

Desired Skills

• Experience in a powdered metal, magnet, or similar heavy-industrial/manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with arc flash hazard analysis and equipment labeling requirements.
• Experience with construction punch-list management and contractor RFI/issue tracking processes.
• Exposure to fault current studies, short-circuit coordination, or protective device settings.
• Familiarity with generators, automatic transfer switches, UPS systems, and power metering systems.
• Experience supporting facility ramp-up, equipment energization, and/or site acceptance testing.