Power up a plant that doesn’t exist—yet
Imagine standing with the team as the first switchgear closes, the MCC hums to life, and production systems begin their first sequences. That’s the moment you’re working toward as the senior electrical leader bringing a brand-new steel mill in Apple Grove, West Virginia from construction through commissioning into steady-state operations.
Your mission
Orchestrate a safe, efficient startup by blending deep power expertise with controls and automation know-how. Coordinate contractors and OEMs, validate designs, solve field problems, and mentor the next generation of engineers while keeping safety, schedule, and quality nonnegotiable.
Impact areas
- Installation support, testing, commissioning, and startup for electrical and production equipment.
- Technical ownership of high/low voltage distribution including substations, switchgear, transformers, MCCs, and motors.
- Hands-on troubleshooting across electrical, instrumentation, controls, and equipment integration.
- Detailed reviews of electrical drawings, single-lines, schematics, equipment specifications, cable schedules, and vendor submittals.
- Contractor, OEM, supplier, and integrator coordination to align deliverables and timelines.
- Support for PLC-controlled systems, VFDs, motor controls, instrumentation, and Level 1 automation.
- Verification that installations comply with project drawings, specifications, codes, and site standards.
- Execution of checkout, loop checks, functional testing, energization, startup, and turnover to operations.
- Rapid resolution of field conflicts to maintain commissioning momentum.
- Punch-list generation, issue tracking, documentation, and final system acceptance.
- Close partnership with operations and maintenance to ensure safety, reliability, and maintainability.
- Mentorship of entry-level and early-career engineers; advocate for safe work practices.
Qualifications that fit
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (or related).
- 10+ years in steel, metals, manufacturing, or heavy-industry settings.
- Expertise in industrial power distribution (high and low voltage).
- Proficiency with MCCs, motors, VFDs, motor controls, PLCs, instrumentation, and industrial automation.
- Commissioning, startup, installation support, and field troubleshooting experience.
- Ability to interpret drawings, specs, schematics, and vendor documentation.
- Experience coordinating contractors, OEMs, consultants, and systems integrators.
- Independent field decision-making with strong communication and leadership.
- On-site presence required in Apple Grove, West Virginia.
What this role isn’t
Not a pure PLC programmer seat—this is a broad industrial role spanning power systems, controls, automation, project execution, and commissioning.
How you’ll grow
From first energization to stable operations, you’ll serve as a senior technical anchor for a growing engineering team—setting standards, transferring knowledge, and ensuring systems are ready for long-term, reliable service.
Core proficiencies
- Project Management
- Industrial Electrical Experience