Electrical Engineer; Sugar Refineries; MT

Electrical Engineer; Sugar Refinery, MT

Position Overview:

Join our team as an Electrical Engineer and play a vital role in designing and overseeing electrical & instrumentation upgrades across multiple sites, particularly focusing on two sugar beet processing facilities situated in south/central Montana and north/central Wyoming.

Up to 50% travel requirement. This position entails auditing facilities to ensure proper operation and maintenance of electrical & instrumentation equipment.

This position reports to the Electrical Engineering Manager and involves building strong working relationships with plant personnel, engineering staff, and third-party vendors. The incumbent to demonstrate and apply strong knowledge and leadership within the industrial electrical domain.

Essential Functions:

• Lead electrical & instrumentation projects from design to full execution.
• Utilize computer-assisted design or engineering software (e.g., AutoCAD) to perform various engineering tasks.
• Collaborate with fellow engineers and plant personnel for troubleshooting repairs and future projects.
• Prepare electrical systems specifications, technical drawings, or topographical maps to ensure compliance with operating and installation standards.
• Conduct detailed calculations for standards, designs, and plans.
• Ensure compliance with standards, specifications, and codes by directing or coordinating installation, manufacturing, construction, maintenance, documentation, support, or testing activities.
• Conduct inspections to ensure equipment and systems are safe and operable.
• Prepare reports and compile data for existing and potential electrical engineering projects.
• Develop specifications for electrical equipment and materials purchases.
• Supervise and train plant personnel and project team members.
• Estimate material, labor, or construction costs for capital projects and assist in budget preparation.
• Diagnose and solve electrical problems.
• Work closely with others to install, service, calibrate, and update electrical systems.
• Develop and test electrical system prototypes or simulated events, making equipment or controls modifications as necessary.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 10 years' experience in Electrical Engineering within an industrial manuf. / refining environment.
• Proficiency in designing medium and low voltage systems (12470v to 24v).
• Familiarity with NEC and NFPA 70E.
• Experience in designing PLC cabinets, MCC, and Switchboards.
• Proficiency in relevant software or willingness to learn.
• Knowledge of applicable electrical engineering codes.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated alignment with our Core Values: Safety Leadership, Integrity, Openness & Trust, Teamwork, Entrepreneurship, and Social Responsibility.

Salary: $100K-$135K; strong benefits; 401K; relocation assist; EOE; NO Sponsorship