Manufacturing Lead Electrical Engineer

Outokumpu Chrome Oy; Alabama; On-site; USD 106,100 - 145,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, disability, life insurance options

PTO plus paid holidays and parental leave

Retirement plan with company matching 6%

Employee Assistance Program

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Outokumpu Chrome Oy in Alabama is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer to oversee the Melt Shop Maintenance team. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and extensive experience with Electric Arc Furnaces and control systems. The successful candidate will drive continuous improvement projects and develop creative solutions that enhance equipment reliability. Benefits include a competitive package with health, retirement matching, and relocation assistance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering with 10 years equivalent work experience.
• Experience with Electric Arc Furnaces, Switchgear, and Power Distribution.
• PMP/CAPM certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides advice on engineering design principles and practices.
• Implements innovative solutions to maintenance issues.
• Serves as project manager for continuous improvement projects.

Skills

Effective communication of plans and new designs

Creative solutions to improve asset performance

Problem-solving and decision-making skills

Leadership and communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Engineering degree or equivalent experience

Master of Engineering degree

Tools

Siemens and Allen-Bradley Control Systems

Electric Arc Furnaces

Switchgear

Power Distribution

Job description

Lead Electrical Engineer

We are a global leader in Stainless Steel and seek a dynamic Lead Electrical Engineer to lead Melt Shop Maintenance engineers, specialists, and electricians to perform all tasks related to maintaining the reliability and safety of the Melt Shop and associated equipment. The role will guide them to deliver creative solutions that exceed standard engineering results, spend time researching, and challenge staff, vendors, and engineering firms to devise original concepts that transform the company into an industry leader.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Engineering degree with additional certifications or 10 years equivalent work experience
• Master of Engineering degree preferred
• Experience with Electric Arc Furnaces, Switchgear, Power Distribution, Controls and Control Systems, especially Siemens and Allen-Bradley
• Advanced practical understanding of electrical drawings and schematics, as well as related mechanical and hydraulic drawings
• PMP/CAPM preferred
• Understanding of reliability-centered maintenance programs, predictive maintenance technologies, reliability and asset management
• Advanced troubleshooter of all equipment failures (variable frequency drives, motors, transformers, scales, temperature devices, etc.)
• Experience as a project managing, service engineer, or equipment designer beneficial
• Knowledge in multiple functional areas including engineering, operations, continuous improvement, project management, capital project, and project budgeting beneficial

Skills

• Effective communication of plans and new designs to management
• Develop creative solutions to improve asset performance
• Problem‑solving and decision‑making skills in an industrial environment and engineering economics
• Leadership, communication skills, and drive for continuous improvement of self and others

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 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 ensures maintenance, operations, engineering, purchasing, and stores work closely together to achieve success
• Manages engineering resources to complete projects and support development of the engineering staff
• Works with the team to improve equipment reliability and 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

Physical Requirements

• Utilize personal protective equipment (hard hat, safety glasses, steel‑toes shoes, goggles, respirator, safety harness, safety line, flotation gear, etc.) safely per OSHA standards
• Ability to climb safely (stairs, ramps) and walk long distances, maintain good balance on uneven terrain or maneuvering obstacles
• Withstand exposure to elevated ambient temperatures for extended periods
• Exposure to wet or humid conditions, vibrations, dust, and asphalt
• Work in high‑noise environment where hearing protection is required
• Frequent use of hand or fingers to handle or feel objects/materials
• Work in areas with strong magnetic fields
• Bend, twist, lift, stand, walk, reach, see, move, and hear as required by the position
• Frequently reach with hands and arms
• Communicate using radios, phones, or intercom systems
• Perform physically demanding work including lifting/moving up to 50 lbs with proper lifting techniques
• Safely use power and hand tools
• Safely operate powered industrial vehicles and equipment for tasks and diagnostic purposes, including overhead cranes

Salary Range

106,100-145,900 plus monthly bonus.

Benefits

• Competitive benefit package including health, dental, disability, life and voluntary insurance options
• PTO plus paid holidays and parental leave
• Retirement plan with company matching 6%
• Employee Assistance Program
• 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.

If you need an accommodation to complete any part of the application process due to a disability or medical condition, you may call 251-225-9748 or email [e-mail].