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Raytheon

Sr. Automation Systems Engineer III

Forest, MS

$95K - $125K/yr

... management to execution & sustainment of automation projects. Qualifications You Must Have ... OSHA) and electrical compliances. * Experience with control systems design (AutoCAD preferred)

Home Depot

Customer Service/Sales

Brandon, MS · On-site

... project. Associates in this position will learn how to greet, qualify, recommend and close every ... Specific store departments may include Building Materials, Decor, Electrical, Flooring, Garden ...

Home Depot

Customer Service/Sales

Brandon, MS · On-site

... project. Associates in this position will learn how to greet, qualify, recommend and close every ... Specific store departments may include Building Materials, Décor, Electrical, Flooring, Garden ...

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How much do freelance electrical project manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for freelance electrical project manager in Raleigh, MS is $85,740.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $70,100.00 and $99,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a freelance electrical project manager?

A Freelance Electrical Project Manager oversees electrical projects on a contract basis, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and meet safety and quality standards. They coordinate with clients, engineers, contractors, and suppliers to manage project schedules, resources, and technical requirements. Their responsibilities may include reviewing electrical designs, handling permits, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. Working freelance allows them flexibility to take on multiple projects for different clients.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a freelance electrical project manager?

To thrive as a Freelance Electrical Project Manager, you need strong project management abilities, in-depth electrical engineering knowledge, and relevant experience, often supported by a degree in electrical engineering and PMP certification. Familiarity with project management software (such as MS Project or Primavera), AutoCAD, and electrical codes like the NEC is crucial. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and client management skills set top performers apart in this role. These abilities help ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to client specifications.

What are some common challenges that freelance electrical project managers face in their daily work?

Freelance electrical project managers often encounter challenges such as coordinating multiple stakeholders, adapting quickly to shifting project requirements, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. They may also need to juggle several projects at once, each with its own timeline and unique client needs. Building effective communication channels with both technical teams and clients is critical to navigating these situations. However, this dynamic environment offers rewarding opportunities to develop versatile management skills and gain exposure to a wide variety of projects.

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Infographic showing various Freelance Electrical Project Manager job openings in Raleigh, MS as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $85,740 per year, or $41.2 per hour.

I&E Technician - Taylorsville, MS

Bakelite Synthetics

Taylorsville, MS • On-site

Other

Re-posted 17 days ago

Job description

At Bakelite, you'll help us create a better tomorrow with sustainable and innovative chemistry today.
We're Everywhere. Everywhere you look, you'll find products enabled by Bakelite, from stronger homes to safer automobiles and everywhere in between. With more than 100 years of history and strong customer relationships, we boldly engineer sustainable products to tackle our world's most challenging demands.
Join Our Team and Help Us Build a Stronger, Safer, Better World.
It's Better with Bakelite.
Instrumentation and Electrical (I&E) Technician: The Impact You'll Have On The Organization and World
  • You will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical systems, process instrumentation, and process control systems used in industrial chemical manufacturing.

  • You'll support safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations by ensuring all electrical, instrumentation, and automation systems operate in compliance with safety, environmental, regulatory, and process safety requirements.

It's Better with Bakelite: Our Commitment Back to You
  • You'll Help Shape Our Future. As a Bakelite associate, you're part of a diverse, global population creating the next generation of the company and we expect you to put your fingerprint on it.
  • We Champion Our Associates. At Bakelite, you don't just climb the career ladder - you pave your personal path through continued learning and development.
  • Together, We Will Protect the Planet. From our processes to our products, we are focusing on the opportunities that both grow our profitability as a company, and improve and protect the planet.
  • Safety is a Core Value. At Bakelite, safety is a 24/7 mindset. We are all safe today to ensure we are able to show up tomorrow - for our families and friends, for each other and for our communities.
  • We Care. Plain and simple, we care about our associates. From the top on down, we place a high value on our culture and the associate experience. We offer competitive compensation, robust benefits and support our associates every step of their career.

Life in Taylorsville: Located in Southeast Mississippi, Taylorsville is just an hour outside Jackson and Hattiesburg.
  • Taylorsville is home to a variety of industries, including lumber, manufacturing, agriculture and finance.
  • Our Taylorsville team has strong ties to the local community and participates in the town's annual Halloween event, Farmers Market and holiday tree decorating event.
  • Nearby attractions include the Bienville National Forest and several picturesque state parks and lakes for camping, canoeing, hunting and fishing.
  • Taylorsville is 30 minutes from Laurel, Mississippi - the setting of HGTV's "Home Town" and location of the Lauren Rogers Museum of Art. Be sure to also check out the Hattiesburg Zoo and Mississippi Armed Forces Museum in nearby Hattiesburg.
  • With the Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport just an hour away, you can easily hop a flight to anywhere in the world.
  • Nearby educational institutions include Jones College and the University of Southern Mississippi in Hattiesburg.

What Does a Typical Day Look Like? Here are your primary responsibilities:
Electrical Systems
  • Install, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical equipment including motors, MCCs, switchgear, transformers, VFDs, lighting, and power distribution systems.
  • Diagnose and repair electrical faults in low- and medium-voltage systems.
  • Interpret and work from one-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, schematics, and electrical drawings.
  • Perform preventive and corrective maintenance in accordance with maintenance procedures and schedules.

Instrumentation
  • Install, calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot field instrumentation including: Pressure, temperature, flow, and level transmitters Control valves, valve positioners, actuators, and solenoids Analytical and detection instruments Perform loop checks and instrument functional testing.
  • Document calibration and maintenance activities in the CMMS.

Process Control & Automation
  • Maintain and troubleshoot plant process control systems including DCS, PLCs, HMIs, and associated I/O.
  • Support control loop performance through testing, tuning, and optimization to improve process stability and reliability.
  • Troubleshoot control strategies, logic, interlocks, and permissives during startups, shutdowns, and process upsets.
  • Perform I/O verification, loop checks, and functional testing for new or modified control systems.
  • Support control system changes and upgrades in accordance with Management of Change (MOC) requirements.
  • Assist engineering and operations with automation projects, control upgrades, and system expansions.
  • Maintain control system backups, documentation, and configuration records as required.
  • Provide technical support during abnormal operations and participate in control-related incident investigations.

Safety, Compliance & Reliability
  • Perform all work in compliance with site safety policies, OSHA regulations, NFPA standards (including NFPA 70 and 70E), and PSM requirements.
  • Follow permit systems including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Hot Work, and Confined Space Entry.
  • Support audits, inspections, and regulatory compliance activities.
  • Identify and report unsafe conditions, equipment deficiencies, and reliability risks.
  • Participate in root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.

Collaboration & Documentation
  • Work closely with operations, engineering, maintenance, and EHS teams to support plant objectives.
  • Communicate clearly during troubleshooting and system modifications.
  • Maintain accurate documentation of work performed, equipment status, and system changes.

Local specific requirements for the role
  • Ability to work in industrial environments with exposure to heat, noise, and chemicals.
  • Ability to climb ladders, work at heights, and lift up to 35 lbs.
  • Willingness to work overtime, on-call assignments, nights, weekends, and plant outages as required.

What is Needed to be Successful in this Role (Required Skills/Abilities):
Minimum Qualifications:
  • High school diploma or GED required; technical degree or certification preferred.
  • 3-5 years' experience as an I&E Technician in an industrial manufacturing environment; chemical or continuous process experience preferred.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of: Industrial electrical systems Process instrumentation and calibration PLC/DCS-based control systems.
  • Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, control narratives, cause-and-effect diagrams, and electrical drawings.
  • Familiarity with hazardous area classifications and intrinsically safe systems.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Journeyman Electrician license or equivalent certification.
  • Experience in chemical, petrochemical, refinery, or specialty chemical operations.
  • Experience with specific DCS/PLC platforms (e.g., Emerson, Honeywell, Rockwell, Siemens). Experience with CMMS systems such as SAP or Maximo.
  • NFPA 70E electrical safety training or certification.

Are you ready to help us build a better tomorrow and put your fingerprints on the world? Apply for this exciting opportunity, and learn more about our hiring process, insights from our global associates, our robust benefits and more at Bakelite.com/careers.
We are an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, minority status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any characteristic protected by law.
In order to be considered for this position candidates are required to submit an application for employment through our career site, be at least 18 years or age, willing to take a drug test, submit to a background investigation as part of the selection process, as well as additional periodic background checks as required by the Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS) or regulations adopted by the Department of Homeland Security or other regulatory agencies. Candidates are required to have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States. This company participates in E-Verify. For additional details, click HERE.
If currently an employee of the Company, you must have satisfactory work performance. Disclaimer: We are not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms/employment agencies for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails to an employee about this position. All resumes submitted by search firms/employment agencies to any employee of the Company via email, the Internet or in any other form and/or method without a valid written search firm agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of the Company; no fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by the Company as a result of the unsolicited referral or through other means.

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