Electrical Reliability Engineer

Electrical Reliability EngineerMAU is hiring an Electrical Reliability Engineer for our client in Gainesville, FL. As an Electrical Reliability Engineer, you will lead electrical reliability initiatives, improve equipment uptime, strengthen preventive and predictive maintenance programs, and ensure compliance with electrical and safety standards within a chemical manufacturing environment. This is a direct-hire opportunity.Benefits Package401(k)Health insuranceDental insuranceVision insurancePaid vacationPaid holidaysShift InformationMonday–Friday, 1st shiftOccasional additional hours requiredParticipation in an on-call rotation as neededRequired Education and ExperienceBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related engineering field5+ years of industrial experience with strong exposure to electrical systems, equipment reliability, or maintenance engineeringExperience supporting or leading preventive and predictive maintenance programs for electrical, instrumentation, and/or control systemsHands-on experience in root cause failure analysis and using data or KPIs to improve equipment reliability performancePreferred Education and ExperienceExperience in chemical manufacturing or other process plant design, construction, and/or maintenanceHands-on experience with CMMS SAPGeneral RequirementsWorking knowledge of electrical safety and compliance requirements, including NFPA 70E, NEC, and related industrial standardsAbility to demonstrate initiative, ownership, and independent judgment with minimal supervisionDemonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and influence team members in a plant environmentProficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPointEssential FunctionsLead efforts to improve electrical equipment reliability, minimize downtime, reduce breakdowns, and maximize plant productivityOwn and improve preventive and predictive maintenance practices for electrical systems while supporting instrumentation and control reliability programsProvide technical leadership in diagnosing and resolving complex electrical system issues, including motors, drives, power distribution, and related equipmentSupport troubleshooting, repair, and performance improvement of plant control and automation systems, including PLC and HMI platformsParticipate in root cause analyses and failure investigations for significant equipment or process issues and implement corrective actions to improve reliabilityDevelop performance expectations, standards, procedures, and audits; document findings; and establish corrective action plansSupport electrical installations, upgrades, and capital or construction projects while partnering on control-related project work as neededProvide technical assistance for complex electrical and instrumentation issues to ensure safe, efficient, and sustainable solutionsEnsure safety requirements are met and that I&E technicians have the materials, tools, and equipment necessary to perform work safely and effectivelyApply sound engineering judgment to intrinsic safety and explosion-proof classifications, electrical specifications, and equipment selectionTroubleshoot motor systems, direct drive systems, and VFD applications, including specification and selection of replacement componentsSupport troubleshooting, installation, and repair of valves, actuators, field instruments, and related process control devicesCollaborate with reliability and maintenance teams to ensure calibration compliance and reliable performance of field instrumentationMaintain current and accurate P&IDs, wiring diagrams, electrical drawings, and instrument loop documentationEnsure compliance with NFPA 70E, NEC, local regulations, and site procedures to maintain safe electrical work practices and prevent accidentsCollaborate on audits, safety observations, 5S initiatives, needs assessments, and routine management activities to identify improvement opportunities and solve problemsSupervise, train, mentor, and direct I&E technicians while promoting quality, accountability, and safe work executionPartner with operations, maintenance, engineering, management, and external vendors to resolve issues, support system improvements, and coordinate equipment or service needsTrack direct report hours, absences, vacations, and support performance review activities as needed