Electrical Engineering- Senior

The Senior Electrical Engineer supports efforts throughout the company to optimize the operation, performance, and efficiency of all manufacturing processes.

At CalPortland, we’re proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that provides health and financial support to our most important resources: our employees. All regular full-time employees may enroll in a variety of health and welfare plans including medical, dental, and vision plans. Other benefits include life insurance, disability coverage, an employee assistance program, and a retirement program. Supervise and direct and train engineers, plant personnel, and outside consultants in support of electrical, automation, and control projects
Prepare electrical, control, and instrumentation criteria for plant additions and modifications
Prepare equipment and installation specifications for electrical projects and the electrical portion of plant additions and modifications
Evaluate equipment and installation proposals and make recommendations for purchase or contracts
Prepare estimates of cost for electrical portions of plant additions and modifications
Design electrical power distribution systems, control systems, and instrumentation for plant additions and modifications
Prepare, review, and approve electrical building permitand engineering drawings for new plants and plant expansion
Provide field inspections, coordination, and supervision for electrical work on plant additions and modifications
Provide project commissioning and start-up services
Analyze electrical and control problems at company locations and find solutions
Manage capital improvement projects as required
Participate in multi-discipline engineering activities of project execution
Participate on the corporate energy management team and work to identify and implement energy efficiency best practices
Participate in long term strategic planning for company expansions and growth
Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering
Minimum of ten years of electrical experience in cement, construction materials, or related manufacturing industries
Strong knowledge and skills in the areas of electrical design, power distribution and systems, electrical equipment, motors and motor controls, automation, instrumentation, and control systems.
Strong knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC)
Will be required to travel to company facilities and other meeting locations
Must be able to work cooperatively with plant and corporate personnel
Professional Engineering license
Experience in cement, asphalt, ready mix, and aggregate plant operations
Some positions require Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) registration/clearance as well as ongoing alcohol and drug testing.