Electrical Engineer / Heavy Industry in Western Kentucky

Electrical Engineer / Heavy Industry

Salary Up to $95,000 + Benefits + Paid Relocation to Kentucky where it’s a wonderful place to raise a family! City amenities with a small-town feel. History, fun music & food festivals with a charming downtown. Love the water? There is a river nearby for your outdoor activities. Or live in the more rural area with land to grow bluegrass & raise horses. You’ll be glad to call Kentucky home.

As the Electrical Engineer for this growing heavily industrial manufacturer, you’ll be responsible for the high voltage switchyard and all related power distribution systems in the plant. You’ll set safety protocols, budgets, and work with all levels of the organization. This is a highly visible position!

Your basic skillset & experience will need to include experience designing, rebuilding, installing new and refurbished equipment, and commissioning such as high voltage transformers, switchgear, rectifier systems, transmission lines, & metering. Ability to lead the CAPEX budget for electrical projects and provide projections, implement plans and track progress. Ability to provide immediate failure response to get systems back online. You’ll develop and implement multi-year maintenance plans that support predictive & preventive maintenance for the electrical systems. You’ll be a valuable part of our safety programs and provide expertise regarding safe work zones, safety protocol & related audits throughout the plant.

Minimum requirements for this Electrical Engineer for Power Systems:

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

At least 3 years’ experience with high voltage & power distribution systems in an industrial setting such as metals, foundry or heavy industry manufacturing

Proficient with computer programs – MS Office; prefer SAP.