Senior Industrial Startup Electrical & Controls Lead

Helion Group

Apple Grove (WV)

On-site

USD 180,000 - 230,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Helion Group in Apple Grove, West Virginia, seeks a senior electrical leader to bring a brand-new steel mill from construction through commissioning into steady-state operations. You will blend power, controls, and automation expertise to lead the startup and mentor engineers.

This role requires 10+ years in heavy industry, deep knowledge of high/low voltage distribution, MCCs, motors, PLCs, and instrumentation.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (or related).
10+ years in steel, metals, manufacturing, or heavy-industry settings.
Expertise in industrial power distribution (high and low voltage).
Proficiency with MCCs, motors, VFDs, motor controls, PLCs, instrumentation, and industrial automation.
Commissioning, startup, installation support, and field troubleshooting experience.
Ability to interpret drawings, specs, schematics, and vendor documentation.
Experience coordinating contractors, OEMs, consultants, and systems integrators.
Independent field decision-making with strong communication and leadership.
On-site presence required in Apple Grove, West Virginia.

Responsibilities

Orchestrate a safe startup for a new steel mill from construction through commissioning.
Coordinate contractors and OEMs, validate designs, solve field problems.
Mentor the next generation of engineers and ensure safety, schedule, quality.
Perform installation support, testing, and startup for electrical and production equipment.
Review drawings, schematics, and vendor submittals.
Lead commissioning activities including loop checks and turnover to operations.
Resolve field conflicts to maintain momentum.
Collaborate with operations and maintenance for reliability.
Lead with strong communication and leadership onsite in Apple Grove.