REAL ALLOY is the market leader in third-party aluminum recycling and specification alloy production. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, we have 16 plants strategically located across the United States, Mexico, and Canada. We convert aluminum scrap and by-products into reusable aluminum metal for a growing number of applications across various industries. We are ideally positioned to respond to the needs of an increasingly recycling-conscious world. Advanced technologies enable us to process a large variety of scrap and dross and reduce the amount of residual waste from aluminum manufacturing that would otherwise end up as landfill.
ResponsibilitiesREAL ALLOY Electrical Engineer II
As our new Electrical Engineer, you will use your knowledge of Manufacturing Process Networks and Machine Control Systems to technically support the plant in Wabash, Indiana.
This role requires someone with 5 plus years experience in the United States working in a manufacturing environment. This role does not support sponsorship of any kind.
This Electrical Engineer II position requires significant knowledge of process control equipment, flow measurement, power distribution, a passion for new technology, project management skills, and excellent communication skills. Heavy Industrial experience is required.
This role will include responsibilities to a large government sponsored capital project as well as reviewing and modifying Control Schematics and have a solid understanding of power distribution (DC control voltage through 4160VAC). Implementation experience highly desired. Develop specifications for electrical installations as they relate to bid packages and equipment installations.
- Develop and implement supervisory and Machine level control solutions
- Review, modify and design Control Schematics, Power Distribution and Panel Layouts
- Proactively identify and evaluate new technology options to further business goals
- Lead electrical controls related projects to improve productivity
- Mentor and train maintenance employees
- Facilitate ARC Flash Studies on scheduled intervals
- Maintain plant one-lines and PFD’s
REAL ALLOY offers a competitive salary and great benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and a 401K match.
QualificationsElectrical Engineer II
- Bachelor of Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technical degree, or other related degree/experience
- Three to Five years’ experience in a manufacturing environment, process control, and/or engineering
- Programming and design expertise needed to integrate and support Allen Bradley PLC’s (SCL500, 5000), ABB Variable Frequency Drives (ASC355, 550, 580, 800, 880), and other motor control devices
- HMI platform expertise and proficient programming capability in current versions of Redlion and Ignition (working knowledge of FTView Studio ME, View Designer or Tiaportal Comfort is a plus)
- AutoCAD Electrical and panel design experience
- Knowledge of low voltage power distribution (medium voltage is a plus)
- Preferred working technical knowledge of:
- Burner combustion systems (natural gas, Oxygen, Hydrogen)
- Material handling systems
- Industrial filtration systems
- Hydraulics and pneumatics
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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not construed to be an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Equal OpportunityREAL ALLOY is an equal opportunity employer and supports diversity in the workplace. Qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Our HR teams will reach out to the applicants who met the qualifications and most closely aligned with requirements of the positions.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, an Electrical Engineering technical degree, or related degree or experience
- Three to five years of experience in a manufacturing environment, process control, and/or engineering
- Five-plus years of experience working in a manufacturing environment in the United States
- Heavy industrial experience
- Programming and design expertise integrating and supporting Allen Bradley PLCs, including SLC 500 and ControlLogix 5000
- HMI platform expertise and programming capability in Redlion and Ignition
- AutoCAD Electrical and panel design experience
- Knowledge of low-voltage power distribution
- Medium-voltage power distribution knowledge
- Working technical knowledge of burner combustion systems
- Working technical knowledge of material handling systems
- Working technical knowledge of industrial filtration systems
- Working technical knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics
- Experience with FactoryTalk View Studio ME, View Designer, or TIA Portal Comfort
What We Do
Real Alloy is a North American aluminum recycling and alloy-production company. It converts aluminum scrap and aluminum-processing by-products, including dross, into reusable metal and specification alloys. Its products are supplied as molten metal, ingots, recycled secondary ingot (RSI), and cones. The company operates 16 facilities across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, serving automotive, consumer-goods, packaging, and other industrial customers.
