Electrical Engineer

Kaiser Aluminum Warrick has been on the path of innovation, embracing the latest technologies for almost 60 years! We have revolutionized the industry and lead the way in the development of sustainable aluminum products the you use every day for food and drinks. Our people are the bedrock for our operations. Along with their dedication to excellence and integrity, our people are drivers of continuous improvement who build on new ideas while flourishing within our growing business. We provide opportunities for you to think outside the box and bring creative and progressive solutions to our operations. Our passion for inclusion, diversity and equity is a value at the core of our organization and people. Are you ready to start your journey with us and be the future of Kaiser Warrick Aluminum? Kaiser Aluminum is known around the world for its superior quality. Our secret is what we put into it—innovative thinking, industry-leading reliability, and a world-class commitment to customer service. In short, the same qualities we look for in our people. We are looking for an Electrical Engineer to join Kaiser Aluminum Warrick Operations in Newburgh, Indiana! Our Electrical Engineering Team is looking for a dynamic problem solver to work with us in a fast-paced, rewarding environment! This role is responsible for executing electrical engineering services to safely meet Warrick Operations' business plan by providing support to production, maintenance, and engineering team. This position is a critical interface in the efficiency, output, and quality of our processes and will be responsible for electrical systems safely integrated with manufacturing, along with upgrades of existing equipment. The primary focus will be PLC/HMI controls, redesign, and upgrades of existing processes. What’s in it for you! To support our teams and their families beyond the workplace, we provide an outstanding benefits package effective day one of employment! Industry leading compensation program. 401K options that begin vesting day 1. First-rate vacation plan for valuable work-life balance. Relocation assistance for new team members. Employee resource groups. What you will work on: Create and develop programs that will support process improvements to safely meet Warrick Operations' business plan. Coordinate all phases of assigned area electrical engineering projects from concept, scope development, written specifications, bid solicitations, design, manufacturing, equipment commissioning, and project closure. Assist production and maintenance with equipment and process issues. Function as a problem solver. Apply theory and experience to accurately troubleshoot problems, develop sustainable fixes, and drive long-term improvements to equipment. Lead and participate in process improvements with multi-discipline technical staff, maintenance and production. Mentor employees to increase their process knowledge and support their career growth Work to eliminate waste through reliability enhancements and monitoring processes, ensuring they are in control and meeting expectations. About you: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited institution. Preferred 3 years' experience with PLC's, HMI's, AC drives & motors, low & medium power distribution, and instrumentation Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Preferred 3 years' experience in leading, managing, and executing electrical projects. Preferred Qualifications: RSLogix Experience Network Experience: DH , DNet, CNet, & Enet Project Leading: experience leading successful capital projects Tech Savvy: proficient in Microsoft Office programs Operationally focused: You have stellar organizational and root cause problem solving skills Demonstrated Communication skills: You can effectively communicate with all levels of employees and know why details matter We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered based on job-related qualifications and abilities. There shall be no discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran, or disability status. 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 an inclusive culture. Kaiser Aluminum encourages applications from women, people of diverse backgrounds and those with different skills and life experiences. Kaiser is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Kaiser Aluminum Corporation is a leading producer of semi-fabricated aluminum products. Manufacturers and major suppliers around the world look to Kaiser to deliver highly engineered solutions for their most demanding aerospace, automotive and industrial applications. The reason is simple: we adhere to the same strong commitments to quality, innovation and service today as when the company was founded in 1946. Kaiser operates 12 production facilities across North America. Collectively, these facilities allow us to produce an impressive range of value-added plate, sheet, and extruded products. This latter category includes extruded shapes as well as rod, bar, tube, forged stock and wire products. Each of our facilities specializes in manufacturing products for specific industries, allowing us to not only develop a deeper understanding of each market but also differentiate our processes to more efficiently meet the needs of our customers operating in those markets. Our commitment to continuous improvement is a big reason customers turn to Kaiser Aluminum time and again to deliver effective, innovative solutions. In fact, many customers have been with us since our founding. The fact is, our customers know there’s something different about the way we do things at Kaiser. They recognize our dedication to developing leading-edge solutions is backed by an uncommon commitment to good old-fashioned customer service and an uncompromising passion for exceeding expectations. It’s not an experience that’s easy to find these days. But it is The Kaiser Experience.