Electrical Project Engineer - Spokane, United States - Kaiser Aluminum

Description

REPORTS TO:
Project Engineering - Electrical Lead


FLSA STATUS:
Exempt


SUPERVISES:
None
Salary range $90,000-$130,000 per year depending on experience
High deductible medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, including spouse and children (modest payroll deductions)
10 paid holidays per year
Vacation (2-4 weeks depending on experience)
Supplemental leave (used in conjunction with Washington Paid Family & Medical Leave)
401K with matching company funds
Quarterly bonus structure

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Electrical Project Engineer applies knowledge and experience to manage projects. The position is also responsible for implementing new designs and upgrades to electrical systems. The Engineer will manage multiple projects often from conception thru commissioning and close-out. Projects include capacity, process and reliability improvements for areas throughout the facility.

The Electrical Project Engineer's essential functions include:
Lead and facilitate cross-functional project teams to develop project scope and requirements
Develop and manage project scope, resourcing plan, budget, and schedule
Prepare capital authorizations
Develop specifications and evaluate technical engineering and equipment bid packages
Administer engineering, equipment purchase, and installation contracts
Coordinate and manage installations and outages
Track and report project performance, schedule, and cost compliance
Review design packages and drawings for compliance with contract documents and Kaiser standards
Coordinate with internal Operations, Maintenance, Technical, and Engineering resources to achieve project objectives
Participate in the final check-out of new installations. This includes factory and site acceptance testing that will assure adherence to functional specifications
Assist in trouble-shooting equipment control and electrical systems
Support electrical safety initiatives and Kaiser's electrical standards
Comply with all Safety, Quality, and Environmental Regulations.
Requirements


EDUCATION
An undergraduate degree in BSEE or BSET is required.

EXPERIENCE

This individual will possess:
Minimum of 5 years previous electrical engineering experience
Demonstrated experience managing projects in a manufacturing environment
Experience with functional and performance-based specification development
Familiarity with electrical and control system design including key documents such as schematics diagrams, single lines, P&ID and control narratives
Knowledge of low and medium voltage electrical systems, AC/DC motors and drive systems and National Electrical Code and NFPA 70E
Knowledge of control system theory, instrumentation, PLC based control systems and safety systems
Excellent analytical skills including knowledge of Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and organizational skills
Proven ability to work in teams
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
Autonomous and self-starter
Highly organized, systematic, and precise
Ability to work in a multicultural environment
Ability to work effectively with operators, maintenance technicians, other engineers and managers
Analytical understanding and critical thinking are of primary importance
Energetic, disciplined and focused on a team building organization.
Willing to work occasional flexible hours to support 24 x 7 manufacturing operations

PERFORMANCE FACTORS

Attendance and Dependability:

The employee can be depended on to report to work at the scheduled time and is seldom absent from work.

The employee can be depended upon to complete work in a timely, accurate, and thorough manner and is conscientious about assignments.

Communication and Contact:

The employee communicates effectively both verbally and in writing with superiors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside the Company.

Relationships with Others:

The employee works effectively and relates well with others including superiors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside the Company.

The employee exhibits a professional manner in dealing with others and works to maintain constructive working relationships.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
Approximately 80% of the job function is performed in an office setting requiring normal safety precautions. 20% of the job function is required in the plant. There is exposure to operating machinery and a manufacturing environment.
No third-party candidate submissions are being accepted at this time for this opening.

About Kaiser Aluminum:

Talented people join our team because we are a company passionate about environmental sustainability, employee growth, contributing back to our communities and championing a diverse and inclusive culture.

We are strongly committed to expanding inclusion, equity, and diversity – how we hire, develop, and inspire our diverse team members that reflects and relates to the increasingly multicultural community.

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