Electrical Engineer
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Plant Electrical Engineer (Power Distribution and Electrical Safety Leadership)

Full Time - Direct Hire - On Site Position

Relocation Available, eastern North Carolina 90 minutes to the beach

Salary $115k - $140k+ (based on experience)

We are seeking a results-driven Plant Electrical Engineer to lead initiatives in power distribution, electrical safety, and plant reliability. In this role, you will leverage your expertise to optimize a manufacturing site with both modern and legacy (1950s-era) electrical infrastructure. Your leadership will directly impact operational efficiency, safety standards, and infrastructure reliability.

Key Performance Responsibilities

As a Plant Electrical Engineer, your measurable impact will include:

• Optimizing Power Distribution
• Driving Electrical Safety Leadership
• Strategizing Infrastructure Upgrades
• Capital Project Excellence
• Advancing Plant Reliability
• Streamlining Coordination and Settings
• Enhancing Utility Partnerships
• Leadership in Troubleshooting

Qualifications for Success - Essential Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering - BSEE
• Minimum 5 years of experience in plant manufacturing environments
• Proficient in analyzing and troubleshooting power distribution systems using schematics, logic diagrams, and P&I diagrams.
• Knowledgeable with Arc Flash - with power distribution systems, including medium- and high-voltage equipment, switchgear, and motor control centers.
• Expertise in sizing electrical installations and specifying equipment for site upgrades.

Plus Ideal Skills & Competencies:

• Proven ability to lead electrical safety initiatives and perform safely in industrial environments.
• Working knowledge of PLCs, single loop controllers, and process interlocks.
• Familiarity with electrical standards, NEC, NFPA codes, and Process Safety Management (PSM) procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop technical teams.

Potential fits from Manufacturing Industries like: Chemical, Food & Beverage, Pharmaceutical, Advanced Polymer, Ceramics, Medical Device, Biomedical, Composites, Additives (3D Printing), Smart Textiles, Semiconductor and similar with Electrical Distribution and High Safety Standards.