Electrical Engineer

Want to learn power distribution from an industry legend? Join our team as a Facilities Electrical Engineer and get hands-on, daily mentorship while maintaining the electrical backbone of a premier, green-energy manufacturing site.

Position Summary

We are seeking a hands-on, driven Facilities Electrical Engineer to join our growing team in Montpelier, Iowa. In this role, you will not be confined to an office chair or a computer screen. Instead, you will own the electrical backbone of our massive, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility. You will split your time between managing high-voltage substation assets and engineering major electrical capital projects. We operate a highly collaborative, fast-paced environment where your daily decisions directly impact our production. If you are a proactive troubleshooter who thrives on solving complex, high-voltage challenges and enjoys being out in the field, this is your opportunity to build a lasting, high-impact career.

Key Responsibilities

• Substation & Power Distribution Ownership: Conduct routine substation health checks, monitor large transformer oil sampling, and oversee high/medium-voltage distribution switching and load transfers.
• System Studies & Relay Programming: Perform system coordination studies to ensure proper relay coordination, monitor load flows, and program relays using GE/Multilin and Schweitzer (SEL) software.
• Capital Project Management: Develop and manage electrical capital projects from initial concept to completion, collaborating closely with facility engineering and maintaining accurate single-line drawings.
• Contractor Oversight: Supervise and evaluate the work of third-party electrical contractors to ensure all installations meet our high standards and safety guidelines.
• High-Voltage Maintenance & Safety: Support safety initiatives, including developing Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and coordinating Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures for 5kV motors.
• 24/7 Emergency Response: Provide on-call coverage for power-related issues to ensure our continuous, round-the-clock operations remain safe and efficient.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or Electrical/Electronic Engineering
• Foundational knowledge of electrical power distribution, transformers, and medium-voltage safety.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with onsite technicians, leadership, and external contractors.
• A proactive learning attitude and a high level of reliability, with a genuine desire to work in a heavy industrial, hands-on environment.
• The ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and maintain a calm, professional composure during critical power issues.

We believe in taking care of the people who keep our operations running. This position offers a highly competitive base salary alongside a unique, production-linked bonus structure that can add up to 25% to your annual earnings, paid out every single pay period. We also provide comprehensive relocation assistance for qualified candidates and outstanding medical, safety, and retirement benefits. If you are ready to take ownership of a critical power system and accelerate your career under world-class mentorship, we want to hear from you. Apply today to join our team!