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 Project Engineering Lead to join Kaiser Aluminum Operations in Spokane Washington!
The Electrical Project Engineering Lead applies knowledge and experience to manage projects and direct reports. The role assigns and directs electrical project engineering activities based on the facility priorities and business plan. The Engineering Lead established roles and responsibilities, metrics, and performance standards for direct reports. The Engineering Lead supports future project identification and planning efforts. 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.
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!
- Salary range $125,000-$175,000 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
- Tuition reimbursement
What you will work on:
- 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.
- Recognize and prioritize project needs to support the facility's power infrastructure.
- Direct resources to support continuous improvements efforts for electrical safety initiatives and Kaiser's electrical standards.
- Provide input into the future capital project planning process through updates and development of lists of electrical systems requiring updates, including automation opportunities.
- Mentor and coach direct reports to provide a consistent product that complies with Kaiser processes, standards, codes, and best practices.
- Comply with all Safety, Quality, and Environmental Regulation.
What you will bring to the position:
- An undergraduate degree in BSEE or BSET is required.
- 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).
- Strong Word, Excel, MS Project skills.
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and organizational skills.
- Proven ability to work in teams.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
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.