View all jobs
Electrical Engineer (manufacturing - heavy industrial setting) - capital projects leader
Cressona, PA · $100,000 to $125,000OPEN JOB: Electrical Engineer - (manufacturing - heavy industrial setting) - capital projects leader
LOCATION: Cressona, Pennsylvania
***Relocation Assistance Available
SALARY: $100,000 to $125,000
JOB CATEGORY: Manufacturing - Production
Ideal Candidate Profile
JOB SUMMARY:
What you will be doing
Required Education/Experience:
Preferred Skills/Qualifications:
If you are interested in pursuing this opportunity, please respond back and include the following:
Upon receipt, one of our managers will contact you to discuss the position in full detail.
STEPHEN FLEISCHNER
Recruiting Manager
INTERMEDIA GROUP, INC.
EMAIL: sfleischner@intermediagroup.com
LOCATION: Cressona, Pennsylvania
***Relocation Assistance Available
SALARY: $100,000 to $125,000
JOB CATEGORY: Manufacturing - Production
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Experienced Electrical Engineer with at least 5+ years in a manufacturing environment, ideally in heavy industrial settings such as extrusion, casting, fabrication, or similar operations.
- Strong capital project leader skilled in taking projects from scope definition through installation, startup, and hand‑off, managing project budgets of $1M–$40M.
- Expertise in electrical power and controls engineering, especially with:
- 480VAC systems
- PLC, HMI, and SCADA platforms (Rockwell preferred)
- Motor control centers (MCCs), VFDs, and industrial automation.
- Hands‑on technical ability to troubleshoot, install, and oversee mill‑grade equipment and electrical systems in real manufacturing environments.
- Skilled designer with experience creating or supervising electrical designs, equipment specifications, and material/service requirements.
- Strong collaborator and communicator, capable of motivating cross‑functional teams, working with contractors, and partnering with plant engineering/maintenance personnel.
- Comfortable being on the shop floor, using ladders or high‑reach equipment to evaluate systems, inspect installations, and resolve issues.
- Well‑versed in electrical safety standards, including NFPA 70E, NEC, and other relevant codes.
- Continuous improvement mindset with the ability to identify, recommend, and implement enhancements to equipment reliability, manufacturing value, and system performance.
- Bonus experience in combustion, hydraulics, and pneumatics, adding depth to multi‑discipline engineering support.
- Proven problem solver, able to perform engineering calculations, review proposals, manage drawings, and ensure equipment operates safely and efficiently.
JOB SUMMARY:
- We are seeking a skilled Electrical Engineer to lead the safe, timely, and cost-effective execution of capital projects ranging from $1M to $40M in aluminum extrusion, fabrication, and billet casting facilities.
- This role is responsible for electrical power and controls engineering, including equipment upgrades, design, material and service specification, and managing installations, startups, and troubleshooting.
- The Electrical Engineer will drive projects from scope definition through execution, collaborating with plant teams, contractors, and maintenance personnel to ensure equipment functionality, reliability, and efficiency.
- The role also includes recommending improvements to enhance equipment and production system performance. This position reports to Engineering Manager.
What you will be doing
- 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.
- Manage contractors to ensure safe and productive execution of work.
- Collaborate with internal/external engineering resources, equipment suppliers, and construction contractors.
- Perform engineering tasks including problem-solving, design calculations, equipment selection, proposal reviews, and drawing management.
- Ensure proper operation and safety of equipment and processes.
- Recommend and implement changes to improve manufacturing value 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.
Required Education/Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field is required.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment as an electrical engineer, with a strong background in capital project lifecycle.
- Proven success in electrical power and controls engineering, including equipment specification, installation, and hand-off to operations.
- Experience installing mill-grade equipment.
- Design or supervisory design experience in electrical systems, primarily 480VAC.
- Hands-on experience with PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems (Rockwell preferred).
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate and motivate cross-functional teams.
Preferred Skills/Qualifications:
- Experience in combustion, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
- Background in extrusion, casting, and fabrication operations.
- Familiarity with electrical control systems, including motor control centers (MCCs), variable frequency drives (VFDs), and industrial automation.
- Knowledge of NFPA 70E, NEC, and other relevant electrical safety standards.
If you are interested in pursuing this opportunity, please respond back and include the following:
- MS WORD Resume
- required compensation.
- Contact information.
- Availability
Upon receipt, one of our managers will contact you to discuss the position in full detail.
STEPHEN FLEISCHNER
Recruiting Manager
INTERMEDIA GROUP, INC.
EMAIL: sfleischner@intermediagroup.com