Electrical Controls Engineer

Title: Electrical Controls Engineer

Location: Columbus, MS

Industry: Sustainable Metals Manufacturing

Client: Fortune 500 Steel Manufacturer

Be part of something transformative! Our client, a major player in sustainable steel making, is launching a greenfield facility, leveraging cutting-edge biomass technology to produce clean carbon solutions for steel production. We are seeking a hands-on Electrical Engineer to play a key role from ground-up design through long-term operations.

Responsibilities:

Take part in the core engineering team leading the design, procurement, and build out of a state-of-the-art facility.

Engineer and implement electrical systems for major plant projects - from high-voltage distribution (up to 345kV) to equipment-level power.

Oversee instrumentation, PLCs, and HMIs, integrating control systems to optimize performance.

Lead or support the hiring, training, and supervision of electrical maintenance staff.

Develop preventative maintenance programs to ensure reliability and safety.

Manage capital upgrades and plan plant shutdowns or construction events.

Qualifications:

BS in Electrical Engineering or BSEET

Hands on field engineering experience - in a heavy industrial manufacturing environment

Strong knowledge of high-voltage systems, switch gear, protective relaying, PLCs and HMI

Ability to lead contractors on large-scale capital projects.

Benefits:

Be on the ground floor of a greenfield project with advanced clean-tech applications.

Play a direct role in decarbonizing steel production - a first-of-its-kind in the U.S.

profit sharing and stock benefits

Comprehensive insurance (medical, dental, vision, disability, life)

HSA/FSA options + wellness programs

Education assistance

Paid vacations and holidays

Long-term retirement savings plans