Sr. Electrical Engineer

Job description

Senior Electrical Engineer
Job Description
The Senior Electrical Engineer will lead and develop all aspects of electrical engineering to support production, maintenance, projects, and continuous improvement processes.
Responsibilities

+ Delegate appropriate authority and responsibilities to subordinates in the areas of production support, maintenance support, and project management.

+ Maintain close surveillance over operations through reports, staff meetings, observation, and personal contact to ensure project conformance to scope, deadlines, budgetary conformance, and personnel utilization.

+ Ensure the department is technically and organizationally capable of supporting all required manufacturing activities through appropriate staffing and continuous improvement.

+ Manage the electrical portion of the capital budget for the plant.

+ Direct capital or operating engineering projects as a Project Engineer, as assigned.

+ Develop department personnel to improve performance in electrical safety, knowledge, and skills.

+ Ensure compliance with the National Electrical Code, NFPA Standards, OSHA safety requirements, and Federal and State environmental requirements through proper engineering planning, design, and installation.

+ Identify safety concerns, participate in incident investigations, and support the development of corrective actions.

+ Collaborate with the Maintenance and Engineering Manager to develop and recommend budget items and short and long-range operating objectives.

+ Identify training and development needs, initiating programs as required.

+ Ensure consistent practice of the company's values, policies, and programs.

+ Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Essential Skills

+ Experience in electrical engineering, high voltage, project management, reliability, and maintenance.

+ Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.

+ 5-10 years of progressive experience in a heavy manufacturing environment such as metals, mining, or cement.

+ Experience with engineering and project management software.

+ Knowledge of OSHA, general EPA regulations, and NEC.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Professional Engineer designation is preferred.

+ Experience with high voltage systems (thousands of volts).

+ Working knowledge of project engineering processes, plant construction practices, and equipment installation.

+ Availability for emergencies and off-shift work as needed.

+ Ability to travel for special projects and meetings.

Work Environment
The position is based in a metal powder manufacturing facility.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $57.69 - $69.71/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment.

Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.

If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Gallatin,TN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 24, 2025.
About Actalent
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