Site Electrical Engineer

METLEN Energy & Metals; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

METLEN Energy & Metals is seeking an experienced Site Electrical Engineer for our Grid & Digital Solutions team within the Thermal Power & HVDC division. The role is based in Akaltsikhe, Georgia, overseeing high-voltage instrumentation installation and integration with DCS/PLC systems.

You will supervise installation, calibrate instrumentation, coordinate with subcontractors, ensure quality, and maintain detailed documentation and progress reports.

Qualifications

• University or Technical Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in electrical construction projects with High Voltage.
• Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Advanced use of Microsoft Office; strong documentation practices.
• Excellent use of English language.

Responsibilities

• Mark instrument locations on site per drawings and requirements.
• Supervise correct installation and calibration of instrumentation.
• Record daily subcontractor productivity and installed equipment.
• Keep daily records of remaining work, issues, and solutions.
• Communicate installation issues to the engineering team and coordinate resolutions.
• Ensure timely delivery of instrumentation equipment and materials to site.
• Supervise installation, calibration, and testing of instrumentation by subcontractors.
• Coordinate with subcontractors for correct installation of instruments, wiring and tubing per design.
• Implement quality checks to ensure compliance with specs, requirements, and safety standards.
• Identify and resolve technical issues related to instrumentation installation and DCS/PLC integration.
• Maintain progress records and prepare technical reports; review subcontractor reports.
• Monitor progress and report deviations from plan; support readiness activities.

Skills

Electrical construction

HV experience

English proficiency

Project coordination

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

MS Office

DCS/PLC knowledge

Job description

Job description: At METLEN Energy & Metals, we are catalysts for a sustainable future, positioned at the forefront of the energy transition while being a reference point for competitive green metallurgy at both the European and global levels. We are a global industrial and energy company operating across two highly interconnected and complementary sectors: Energy and Metals. With a consolidated turnover of €5,683 million and an EBITDA of €1,080 million, along with a workforce of over 7,627 dedicated individuals, we drive success through cutting-edge technology and diverse talent. We are committed to embracing new state-of-the-art technologies and advancements, propelling us towards a cleaner, brighter tomorrow. Our positive footprint extends across five continents, creating a lasting impact. At METLEN, we foster a culture of resilience, challenge, respect, excellence, and change, empowering our diverse workforce to achieve remarkable outcomes. We are currently searching for an Site Electrical Engineer to join your Grid & Digital Solutions department as part of the Thermal Power & HVDC division of Metlen, for the construction of a high-voltage subsation based in Akaltsikhe, Georgia. Your role will encompass:

• Mark the location of instrument at site according to the drawings (where required)
• Supervise the correct installation
• Record the daily productivity of the subcontractor
• Keep the records in daily basis regarding the installed equipment, the remaining works and the issues preventing from completion
• Communicate any issues regarding the installation to our engineering department and asking for solution, if the solution cannot be given at site
• Ensuring timely delivery of all instrumentation equipment and materials to site.
• Supervising the installation, calibration, and testing of instrumentation systems carried out by subcontractors.
• Coordinating with subcontractors to ensure correct installation of instrumentation devices, wiring, and tubing according to design.
• Implementing quality checks to confirm compliance with specifications, functional requirements, and safety standards.
• Identifying and resolving technical issues related to instrumentation installation and integration with DCS/PLC systems.
• Keeping accurate records of work performed and preparing progress and technical reports.
• Reviewing daily and progress reports submitted by subcontractors.
• Monitoring progress and reporting any deviations from the plan.
• Supporting system readiness activities, participating in walkdowns, and verifying installed quantities and materials.
• Supervise the performance of electrical works. What you bring to the role:
• University or Technical Degree in Electrical Engineering
• 5+ of experience in electrical construction projects with High Voltage.
• Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
• Advanced use of Mircosoft office
• Excellent use of English Language
• Time management
• Problem-solving
• Organizational skills
• Critical thinking Follow us on LinkedIn and stay updated on our latest news We respect your personal data. All personal information in your application and CV will remain strictly confidential. At Metlen Energy & Metals we are proud to have Diversity and Inclusion at the centre of everything we do. We are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity regardless of race, colour, national origin, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or religion. [e-mail]