Electrical Engineer - Design & Power Distribution

Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing 20,000 people. Through our unique combination of local expertise, global network, and unmatched R&D capabilities, we can offer everything from standards profiles to advanced development and manufacturing for most industries. Since 1905, Hydro has turned natural resources into valuable products for people and businesses with focus on a safe and good workplace for our 30,000 employees in more than 140 locations.

What we offer you

• Quarterly Profit Sharing
• Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Education Assistance
• Bonus Plan Eligibility
• Referral Bonuses
• Parental Leave
• On-site Gym & Café

What you will be doing?

Job Summary: This role is responsible for electrical power and controls engineering, including reviewing and approving electrical designs for new and existing equipment, equipment upgrades, design, material and service specification, and managing installations, startups, and troubleshooting. The Electrical Engineer will provide technical expertise in industrial power distribution systems, including 480V and higher-voltage infrastructure, while driving projects from scope definition through execution.

This position reports to Engineering Manager.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Lead the safe, on-time, and on-budget development and execution of capital projects.
• Provide electrical engineering and design from concept through hand-off using the established PESHA process.
• Collaborate with internal/external engineering resources, equipment suppliers, and construction contractors to review electrical designs, evaluate equipment specifications, and support successful project execution.
• Perform engineering tasks including problem-solving, design calculations, equipment selection, electrical design, proposal reviews, and drawing management.
• Ensure proper operation and safety of equipment and processes.
• Recommend and implement changes to improve manufacturing value, electrical system reliability and system performance.
• Ensure processes are capable, controlled, and meet delivery and cost targets.
• Be present on the shop floor as needed, including accessing equipment via ladders or high reaches to evaluate progress and troubleshoot issues.
• Manage contractors to ensure safe and productive execution of work.

What will make you successful?

Required Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• At least 5 years of professional experience in a manufacturing environment as an electrical engineer.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:

• Experience reviewing, evaluating, and providing technical recommendations on electrical designs for industrial equipment and manufacturing systems. 
• Experience managing million dollar capital projects.

• Experience with industrial power distribution systems, including 480V distribution and/or medium-voltage systems. 

Equal opportunities

Hydro in North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer where all phases of employment are based strictly upon the qualifications of the individual as related to the work requirements of the position. This policy is applied without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or any other category protected by law. We strive to provide equal opportunities for all to contribute and succeed with us.

As part of our recruitment process, we may use job‑related assessments in selected roles. These tools help us better understand work‑related strengths and support a fair and consistent hiring process. Any assessment results are reviewed together with your experience, qualifications, and interviews, and are never used as the sole basis for hiring decisions.

If you need an accommodation in order to complete the application, please contact Hydro Recruiting via email at View email address on us.fitly.work