Facilities Electrical Engineer

SSAB; Montpelier (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SSAB in Montpelier, Iowa, seeks an experienced Electrical Engineer to lead safety compliance and manage electrical systems. You will supervise maintenance teams and develop preventive maintenance programs.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and at least 10 years of experience in industrial environments, focusing on safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 10 years of relevant experience.
• Strong knowledge in industrial schematics and power tools.
• Experience managing projects and supervising teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety procedures and enforce company practices.
• Supervise electrical distribution and high voltage systems.
• Develop maintenance programs and respond to power issues.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Project management

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical or Electronic Engineering

10+ years industry experience

Tools

Multimeter

Microsoft Office

MS Project

Job description

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead employees in following all SSAB safety regulations. Ensure that all company safety practices and procedures are adhered to and all employees are adequately trained to perform their various job assignments in a safe and efficient manner.
• Develop and enforce safety procedures and safe work practices to ensure the safety of employees and contractors in the performance of assigned work.
• Ensure that the area meets or exceeds all safety objectives, including JSA/SOPs, safety meetings, required monthly inspections, housekeeping and other safety deliverables to continually drive safety improvements.
• Supervise and lead by example in following the company’s goals and values, enforcing policies and procedures, assist with recruiting, training, performance evaluations, employee skill development, discipline, retention and succession planning.
• Supervise and assist managing electrical distribution/Utility systems. Distribution systems include applicable transformers, breakers, air switches, load centers, reactors, rectifiers, pole mounted equipment, underground cabling, etc.
• Supervise and manage high voltage incoming to the plant. Work with electrical power supplier on incoming transmission lines, transformers, distribution systems, etc.
• Perform system studies to ensure proper coordination of system relays, monitor load flows and modify system components to avoid overloads. Explore and implement better technology, equipment and methods to reduce outages, equipment failures, operating costs and unsafe conditions.
• Plan, coordinate and perform all high/medium voltage distribution switching, transferring loads, paralleling services, etc., as required.
• Create, maintain, and monitor high/medium voltage preventive maintenance program including oil sampling of large transformers.
• Develop and manage various capital projects from conception to completion.
• Provide 24/7 maintenance response coverage for any Power Issues related to the operation of the SSAB Facility.

Qualifications

Required Education

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical or Electronic Engineering or a minimum of 10 years industry experience in electrical engineering and/or maintenance.

Preferred Education

• Extensive knowledge in industrial schematics.
• Knowledge and experience with PTW Power Tools.
• Knowledge of Switchgear Maintenance and operation.
• Relay Programming software such as GE/Mulitlin and Schweitzer.

Required Experience

• Minimum of 10 years working with electrical maintenance or design and engineering in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Experience working with multiple contractors on medium to large sized projects.
• Good verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with employees, management and contractors.
• Mid to high-level computer skills; including proficiency in Microsoft Office and MS Project.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining composure and professionalism.
• Strong organizational and multi‑tasking skills.
• Regular and reliable attendance.

Preferred Experience

• 10+ years of experience in production and maintenance processes within the steel industry.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

This position operates in both the office and industrial environment. The role routinely uses standard office equipment and is partially sedentary (average of 4 hours per day).

This position will often require work in an industrial environment with exposure to heat/cold, walking, climbing stairs/ladders, noise and wearing safety equipment/clothing for protection from hazards.

Vision and Hearing Capabilities

• Talking person to person, on the phone, and/or in group settings.
• Hearing in person, on the phone, and/or in group settings.
• Vision at near, mid, and far range.
• Peripheral vision and depth perception.

Physical Demands

• Balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or climb.
• Push, pull, lift, and/or carry items weighing less than 50 pounds.
• Twist at waist level, reach above shoulder level, reach at and/or below waist level.
• Handle, grip, hold, and grasp with both hands together or separately.
• Finger and feel with both hands together or separately, sense temperature and textures.

• Sitting 0‑8 hours at a time; average 5 hours a day.
• Standing 0‑8 hours at a time; average 2 hours a day.
• Walking 0‑8 hours at a time; average 1 hour a day.
• Alternate sitting and standing as needed.

Tools or Equipment Required

• Desktop computer, database and control software.
• Multimeter.

Environmental Conditions

• Indoors.
• Extreme heat and extreme cold.
• Wet and humid conditions.
• Amid fumes, dust, dirt, and smoke.
• In confined areas and high places.
• Around equipment in motion.
• Amid noise.
• Amid mechanical, electrical, and chemical hazards.
• Around industrial magnets.
• While wearing safety equipment and/or clothing for protection from hazards.

Position Type – Work Hours – Travel Requirements

• Position is full time, exempt.
• Position works eight (8) hour day shift, Monday through Friday – additional overtime as needed to manage breakdowns and other project work.
• Travel less than 10% of time (driving or by airplane) in the field or at other SSAB locations.