Lead Electrical Engineer

Outokumpu; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 101,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in Stainless Steel is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer for their Melt Shop team in Mobile, Alabama. In this managerial role, you will guide engineers to create innovative solutions, manage projects, and foster relationships with vendors and consulting firms. The position requires a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, experience in reliability-centered maintenance, and strong leadership skills. Competitive salary and benefits will be offered to the right candidate.

Benefits

Competitive benefit package including health and dental insurance

Paid time off (PTO) and parental leave

Flexible work schedule

Employee Assistance Program

Relocation assistance may be offered

Qualifications

• 10 years equivalent work experience or Bachelor's degree with certifications.
• Experience in project management and reliability engineering.
• Capable of troubleshooting equipment failures.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineers and specialists in developing innovative solutions.
• Manage engineering resources to complete projects effectively.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in maintenance practices.

Skills

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Effective communication

Leadership

Ability to develop creative solutions

Education

Bachelor of Engineering

Master of Engineering (preferred)

PMP / CAPM (preferred)

Tools

Predictive maintenance technologies

Personal protective equipment

Power and hand tools

Job description

As a global leader in Stainless Steel, we're seeking a dynamic Lead Electrical Engineer and be part of our Melt Shop team in Calvert, Mobile County, Alabama.In this role, you as a manager of engineers and specialists, you will be required to guide them to deliver creative solutions that deliver greater results than that of the standard engineering solutions. There will be time spent researching, and challenging your staff, vendors, and engineering firms to devise original concepts that transform the company to be an industry leader.Requirements :

• Bachelor of Engineering degree with additional certifications or 10 years equivalent work experience
• Master of Engineering degree preferred.
• PMP / CAPM preferred
• Understanding of Reliability Centered Maintenance programs, has knowledge of predictive maintenance technologies, has an understanding of reliability and asset management.
• Advanced troubleshooter of all equipment failures who can guide even the most experienced craftsmen and engineers.
• Experience as a project managing, service engineer, or equipment designer is beneficial.
• Knowledge in multiple functional areas including engineering, operations, continuous improvement, project management, capital project, and project budgeting is beneficial.Key Responsibilities :
• Provides advice and counsel by utilizing knowledge of engineering design principles, practices, project management, and reliability practices.
• Suggests and implements innovative and cost-effective solutions to resolve maintenance / reliability issues.
• Develops and maintains working relationships with manufacturers, vendors, and consulting firms.
• Serves as project manager or the technical lead for continuous improvement projects and capex projects.
• Work with Reliability Engineers to develop long term plans (3-5 years) for capital improvement projects, equipment upgrades, and rebuilds of assets.
• Drives continuous improvement by utilizing Reliability and Maintenance best practices.
• Promotes world class maintenance manufacturing and understands that maintenance, operations, engineering, purchasing, and stores must work closely together to achieve success.
• Manages engineering resources to complete projects and supports the development of the engineering staff.
• Works with the Team to improve equipment reliability and equipment performance.
• Manages overall department projects and provides updates as requested.
• Works with the Engineering Team to ensure critical projects are completed in a timely manner and critical paths of projects and outages are met.Skills and Abilities
• Ability to effectively communicate plans and new designs to management.
• Has the ability to develop creative solutions to improve asset performance.
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills pertaining to an industrial environment and engineering economics.
• Effective Leadership, communication skills, and has a drive for continuous improvement.Physical requirements :
• Ability to utilize personal protective equipment (hard hat, safety glasses, steel-toes shoes, goggles, respirator, safety harness, safety line, flotation gear, etc.) safely per OSHA standards
• Must have the ability to climb in a safe manner (climbing as a minimum includes stairs and ramps) same as ability to walk long distances and demonstrate good balance on uneven terrain or maneuvering obstacles
• Ability to withstand exposure to elevated ambient temperature for extended periods of time
• Must be able to work in extreme heat
• Exposure to wet and / or humid conditions, vibrations, dust and asphalt
• Must be able to work in a high noise environment where the use of hearing protection is required
• Ability to frequently use hand or fingers to handle or feel objects / materials
• Ability to work in areas with strong magnetic fields
• Bend, twist, lift, stand, walk, reach, see, move, and hear as required by specific position
• Ability to frequently reach with hands and arms
• Must be able to communicate utilizing radios, phones and / or intercom systems
• Ability to perform physically demanding work including lifting and / or moving up to 50 lbs. utilizing proper lifting techniques
• Ability to safely use power and hand tools
• Ability to safely operate powered industrial vehicles and equipment for tasks and diagnostic purposes, including overhead cranes. Salary Range : 101,900 to 140,100What we offer :
• Competitive benefit package including health, dental, disability, life and voluntary insurance options.
• Time to recharge through PTO plus paid holidays and parental leave.
• Work-life balance with a flexible work schedule so you can focus on your professional and personal priorities.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• An equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.
• Relocation assistance may be offered.We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, disability status, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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