Plant Electrical Engineer

CapstoneONE Search; White Pine (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Insurance and retirement benefits

Job summary

CapstoneONE Search is seeking an experienced Plant Electrical Engineer for a globally prominent industrial manufacturer. You will lead electrical infrastructure projects, serve as the subject matter expert for 480V power distribution, and ensure safety compliance across a complex manufacturing operation.

You will collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and contractors to drive reliability, oversee capital projects, and support both day-to-day production and long-term facility

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent relevant experience.
• Minimum of three years engineering experience in manufacturing, industrial, or facilities environments with exposure to electrical infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of 480V three-phase power distribution, switchgear, motor control centers, and related equipment.
• Familiarity with electrical safety standards (NEC, NFPA 70E, OSHA) and lockout/tagout practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical infrastructure and facility improvement projects from concept through commissioning.
• Serve as the facility's electrical subject matter expert on power distribution and infrastructure.
• Oversee design, capacity planning, and upgrades including arc-flash and short-circuit studies.
• Ensure compliance with NEC, NFPA 70E, OSHA and safety programs; conduct inspections and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Maintenance, Operations and Engineering to improve reliability and develop maintenance strategies.
• Maintain engineering drawings, one-lines, equipment specs, and project documentation.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Industrial power distribution

3-phase power distribution

Project management

Electrical safety

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Equivalent relevant experience

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

A globally prominent and rapidly growing industrial manufacturer seeks to hire an experienced Plant Electrical Engineer with a strong background in industrial electrical systems and power distribution. This high-visibility role will serve as the facility's primary electrical subject matter expert, with responsibility for electrical infrastructure, capital projects, system reliability, and safety compliance within a complex manufacturing operation. Working closely with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and outside contractors, this individual will play a key role in supporting both day-to-day production requirements and longer-term facility improvements. This is a permanent, direct-hire opportunity.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead electrical infrastructure and facility improvement projects from concept through commissioning, including scope development, cost estimation, equipment selection, contractor coordination, and project execution.
• Serve as the facility's electrical subject matter expert, providing technical oversight of industrial power distribution systems, including 480V three-phase power, switchgear, motor control centers, and associated infrastructure.
• Oversee electrical system design, capacity planning, and upgrades, including load calculations, equipment sizing, and the coordination of arc-flash, short-circuit, and electrical protection studies.
• Ensure compliance with applicable electrical codes and safety standards, including NEC, NFPA 70E, and OSHA requirements, while supporting electrical safety programs, inspections, and corrective actions.
• Partner with Maintenance, Operations, and Engineering to improve electrical system reliability, troubleshoot equipment and infrastructure issues, and develop preventive and predictive maintenance strategies that minimize unplanned downtime.
• Maintain accurate engineering drawings, electrical one-line diagrams, equipment specifications, and project documentation while providing technical direction to contractors and internal personnel.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical discipline OR equivalent relevant experience.
• Minimum of three years of engineering experience within a manufacturing, industrial, or facilities environment, with substantial exposure to electrical infrastructure and power distribution systems.
• Strong technical knowledge of industrial electrical systems, including 480V three-phase power distribution, switchgear, motor control centers, and associated equipment, troubleshooting, and maintenance practices.
• Working knowledge of electrical safety standards and practices, including NEC, NFPA 70E, OSHA requirements, lockout/tagout procedures, and safe electrical work practices.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, electrical one-line diagrams, and technical specifications. Experience with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar engineering software, along with strong project management and communication skills.

Our client offers a highly competitive portfolio of insurance and retirement benefits along with clear opportunities for advancement and other attractive perks. Relocation assistance is available for especially qualified individuals outside of the immediate geographic area.