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Charter Steel is hiring a Senior Electrical Engineer! Join a debt-free company that annually reinvests $100M back into the organization!

For Charter Steel

Charter Steel is a leading American supplier of carbon and alloy steel bar, rod and wire products, and the largest steel coil processor in North America. As a fully integrated steelmaker with locations in Ohio and Wisconsin, Charter Steel offers a full range of grade and size coiled products and vast technical service experience. Charter Steel is a member of the Charter Manufacturingfamily of companies.

Job Summary:

Drive the reliability and performance of critical electrical systems by using data and engineering expertise to reduce unplanned downtime and lifecycle costs. Lead planning and execution of major outages, upgrades, and capital projects while providing hands-on technical support and mentorship to maintenance teams. Serve as a trusted electrical subjectmatter expert, solving complex problems, improving standards and practices, and partnering with project teams to deliver safe, ontime, and onbudget plant improvements.

Position specifics:

• Location: Cleveland OH

• Schedule: First Shift, Monday through Friday with two planned outages per year where flexibility is required.

• Travel: Up to 10%

• Relocation: Relocation support may be provided for qualified candidates.

• Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. Charter Manufacturing is unable to sponsor for employment visas at this time.

Key responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with electrical codes, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.

• Serve as the subject matter expert for electrical systems.

• Specify, design, and support electrical feed, control, and power distribution systems.

• Maintain electrical drawings, documentation, and system records.

• Support plant reliability and operational performance goals.

• Develop and oversee preventive and predictive maintenance programs for electrical systems.

• Maintain and improve the Arc Flash program.

• Ensure repairs and system modifications meet code and performance specifications.

• Design and evaluate electrical control systems and components.

• Prepare reports, project estimates, and financial proposals.

• Source and approve electrical products and vendor solutions.

• Design control panels using schematics and I/O mapping.

• Specify key electrical components, including SCRs, rectifiers, capacitors, and resistors.

• Operate and provide training on electrical test equipment.

• Coordinate contracted maintenance activities across critical plant systems and equipment.

• Stay informed on relevant technologies and industry advancements.

• Protect confidential manufacturing information.

• Provide project-related oversight to electricians, technicians, and contractors.

• Use standard office tools, hand tools, and plant equipment as needed.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Follow Environmental, Quality, and Safety Management System requirements.

• Fulfill essential job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation.

What you'll need:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

• Seven plus years' industrial electrical related experience working in a manufacturing environment.

• Ability to interpret and apply electrical regulations on a practical basis.

• Ability to design, interpret, and draw electrical schematics.

• Knowledge of high and medium voltage power distribution systems.

• Proficient in the use and interpretations of test equipment such as DVM, process meters, oscilloscope, megger and Hipot.

• Knowledge of drives, controls, motion controllers, PLCs, and motors.

• Knowledge of operation of SCRs, rectifiers, capacitors, and resistors.

• Ability to lay out control panels using schematics and I/O mapping.

• Understanding of NEC and NFPA-70E.

• Demonstrated expertise in project management execution.

• Ability to demonstrate proper diagnostic and troubleshooting techniques to maintenance staff.

• Strong communication skills both written and verbal.

• Proficient in the advanced features of Microsoft Office products including MS Project.

Nice to haves:

• Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related advanced degree.

• CPM certification or related project management certification.

• Supervisory experience in an engineering or maintenance capacity.

• Demonstrated ability influencing others without direct authority.

• Basic knowledge and aptitude on hydraulic, pneumatic, combustion, machining and mechanical systems.

• Experience in development and integration of plant MES systems.

Take the next step in your career, apply today!

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We offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, along with a 401(k) plan that includes employer matching and profit sharing. Additionally, we offer company-paid life insurance, disability coverage, and paid time off (PTO).