Electrical Engineer II

Job Title

REAL ALLOY Electrical Engineer II

Job Description

REAL ALLOY is the market leader in third-party aluminum recycling and specification alloy production. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, we have 16 plants strategically located across the United States, Mexico, and Canada. We convert aluminum scrap and by-products into reusable aluminum metal for a growing number of applications across various industries. We are ideally positioned to respond to the needs of an increasingly recycling-conscious world. Advanced technologies enable us to process a large variety of scrap and dross and reduce the amount of residual waste from aluminum manufacturing that would otherwise end up as landfill.

As our new Electrical Engineer, you will use your knowledge of Manufacturing Process Networks and Machine Control Systems to technically support multiple manufacturing locations, drive process improvements, integrate new capital equipment, and execute standardization initiatives within Real Alloy.

This Electrical Engineer II position requires significant knowledge of process control equipment, flow measurement, power distribution, a passion for new technology, project management skills, and excellent communication skills. Heavy Industrial experience is required.

This role will include responsibilities to a large government sponsored capital project as well as the following:

• Develop specifications for electrical installations as they relate to bid packages and equipment installations
• Maintain local and national electrical codes as required by CSA, UL, and NEC
• Develop proper safety and preventive maintenance procedures for low power equipment
• Understand and implement power distribution systems (DC control voltage through 4160VAC)
• Develop and implement supervisory and Machine level control solutions
• Review, modify and design Control Schematics, Power Distribution and Panel Layouts
• Proactively identify and evaluate new technology options to further business goals
• Lead electrical controls related projects to improve productivity
• Remotely support plant machine controls and plant networks (multi-site responsibility)
• Work effectively across all levels of the plant organization, individually and with cross functional team
• Support project engineers in developing electrical systems and controls
• Maintain and improve environmental data acquisition system
• Mentor and train maintenance employees
• Facilitate ARC Flash Studies on scheduled intervals
• Maintain plant one-lines and PFD's

REAL ALLOY offers a competitive salary and great benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and a 401K match.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technical degree, or other related degree/experience
• Three to Five years' experience in a manufacturing environment, process control, and/or engineering
• Programming and design expertise needed to integrate and support Allen Bradley PLC's (SCL500, 5000), ABB Variable Frequency Drives (ASC355, 550, 580, 800, 880), and other motor control devices
• HMI platform expertise and proficient programming capability in current versions of Redlion and Ignition (working knowledge of FTView Studio ME, View Designer or Tiaportal Comfort is a plus)
• SQL Database experience
• Python and C++ (or equivalent) programing experience
• AutoCAD Electrical and panel design experience
• Knowledge of low voltage power distribution (medium voltage is a plus)
• Proven ability to function with minimal supervision while also leading others toward project goals
• Excellent interpersonal, written, verbal communication skills and organizational skills. Must be able to prepare and deliver presentations regarding project results.
• Around 10% travel (domestic and international) required based on project and plant support tasks
• High energy, data driven personality
• Strong Process Improvement background preferred
• Preferred working technical knowledge of:
• Burner combustion systems (natural gas, Oxygen, Hydrogen)
• Material handling systems
• Industrial filtration systems
• Crystallization systems
• Industrial environmental emission control systems (Air and water)
• Hydraulics and pneumatics
• Pick and place robotics
• Manufacturing Execution System knowledge a plus

Equal Opportunity

REAL ALLOY is an equal opportunity employer and supports diversity in the workplace. Qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Our HR teams will reach out to the applicants who met the qualifications and most closely aligned with requirements of the positions.