Electrical Project Engineer

On-Board Engineering is hiring an Electrical Engineer in Gramercy, LA!
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Position Details:
Position Type : Full Time
Job Location : Gramercy, LA
Benefits : Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Health Insurance, 401k, Life Insurance
Compensation : $65 - $85/hr, depending on experience & qualifications

Overview/Summary:
We are seeking a highly motivated Electrical Engineer to join our Client's team. This role is critical to executing capital and improvement projects. The successful candidate will modify or create electrical and controls drawings, design control boxes and wire routing, create specifications for electrical and control components, and manage projects using the Front-End Loaded (FEL) process. This position is expected to convert to full time / direct with our client after a period of approx. 3 months.

Key Responsibilities:

Electrical system design:
o Modify existing system electrical drawings: sub-stations and power distribution to manufacturing equipment, starters, VFDs, protection systems, drives/motors, power and DCS interfacing system, etc.

o Create new electrical and control design/drawings for projects.

o Specify control box: layout and wiring diagrams

o Specify cable routing

o Specify components specification: cable size, motor Client, VFD, sensors, starters, electrical safety and protection devices, etc.

o Ensure compliance with electrical, governmental, safety and operational standards.

Project Management (FEL Process):
o Work with engineers to complete the electrical requirements on projects

o Lead electrical projects from concept through execution using the FEL methodology.

o Develop scopes, budgets, schedules, and risk assessments for capital and improvement projects.

o Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external contractors to ensure successful project delivery.

o Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to assess risks and impacts.

Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in heavy industrial environments, preferably in alumina or similar refining operations.
• Proven experience in electrical design.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience with FEL project methodology.
• Knowledge of alumina refining processes and equipment.
• Knowledge of DCS

In order to be considered for this role, you must be legally authorized to work in the US on a permanent basis without sponsorship. Background and drug screenings required.

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On-Board was founded in 1976 by Robert L. Wilson to provide Engineering and Design services to the chemical manufacturing industry. Today, On-Board is a thriving privately held family of companies with services including: Consulting, Professional Engineering, Industrial Maintenance and Facility Management, Contracted Manufacturing and Production Services, as well as Temporary Staffing and Recruiting throughout North America.

The On-Board Family of Companies conducts operations through its Corporate Headquarters located in East Windsor, NJ along with Regional Offices in New Castle, DE and Wake Forest, NC. On-Board's Mission is to provide "Flexible Service by applying the talents of our people, work processes and technology to meet our clients' expectations in a Safe, Responsible and Dependable manner."

On-Board Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

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