What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Engineering Manager position at American Chrome & Chemicals Inc?
Summary
American Chrome and Chemicals (AC&C) is the only chrome chemical producer in the Americas. Operating 5 production facilities in the United States, we are the leading global producer of high-quality chromium chemicals for a variety of applications. Reliability, safety and environmental sustainability drive our business along with our experienced and knowledgeable manufacturing and commercial teams. AC&C produces the widest range of pigment grade chromic oxides in the world. Our oxide provides the most consistent color and has the tightest color specifications in the market today.
Position Summary
We are seeking a highly capable and hands-on Electrical Engineering Manager to lead the electrical engineering function at our Castle Hayne, NC manufacturing plant. This role is responsible for ensuring the reliability, safety, and continuous improvement of all electrical systems, instrumentation, and control infrastructure across the plant.
The ideal candidate brings strong leadership experience, deep technical expertise, and a proven track record in a manufacturing environment. This individual will play a critical role in driving operational excellence, supporting capital projects, and ensuring compliance with all safety and regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Team Development
- Lead, coach, and develop a team of electrical engineers, E&I technicians, and contractors
- Establish clear performance expectations and accountability across the electrical function
- Foster a culture of safety, reliability, and continuous improvement
Electrical Systems & Reliability
- Oversee the design, maintenance, and reliability of all electrical distribution systems, motor controls, and instrumentation
- Ensure maximum uptime and performance of plant electrical assets through effective preventive and predictive maintenance programs
- Troubleshoot complex electrical and control system issues to minimize downtime
Process Control & Automation
- Provide technical oversight for DCS, PLC, and control systems
- Partner with operations, maintenance, and process engineering to optimize control strategies and improve process efficiency
- Support cybersecurity and system integrity for industrial control systems
Capital Projects & Engineering
- Lead electrical scope for capital projects from concept through commissioning
- Develop specifications, review designs, and ensure compliance with industry standards
- Manage contractors and vendors to deliver projects safely, on time, and within budget
- Oversee electrical & process control systems procurement
- Manage electrical and process control systems critical spare equipment inventory
Safety & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with OSHA, NFPA, NEC, and applicable environmental and process safety regulations
- Support Process Safety Management (PSM) programs including MOC, PHA participation, and incident investigations
- Champion electrical safety programs including arc flash, lockout/tagout, and safe work practices
- Support and maintain process control systems quality requirements to comply with ISO9002015
Continuous Improvement
- Identify and implement reliability and efficiency improvements across plant systems
- Utilize data and KPIs to drive performance improvements and cost optimization
- Support plant-wide initiatives aligned with operational and financial goals
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering
- 7–10 years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
- Proven leadership experience managing technical teams
- Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems, power distribution, and control systems (PLC/DCS)
- Experience with applicable codes and standards (NEC, NFPA, OSHA)
Preferred
- Experience in chemical manufacturing or PSM-regulated environments
- Professional Engineer (PE) license
- Experience with reliability engineering practices and asset management systems
- Familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP or JD Edwards
Key Competencies
- Leadership and team development
- Technical problem-solving and decision-making
- Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration
- Project management and execution
- Commitment to safety and regulatory compliance
Work Environment
This role operates within a chemical manufacturing plant environment and requires regular field presence. The position may involve exposure to industrial equipment, varying temperatures, and standard PPE requirements.
Why Join Us
We are committed to operational excellence, safety, and continuous improvement. This is an opportunity to play a key leadership role in a dynamic manufacturing environment where your expertise will directly impact plant performance and long-term success.
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- STD/LTD
- Safety equipment provided
Salary : $135,000 - $150,000