Electrical Engineer

Actalent • Edwardsport, IN • 2d ago

Electrical Engineer - Edwardsport, IN

We are hiring an Electrical Engineer to support a one-of-a-kind facility in Edwardsport, IN. The 618-megawatt IGCC facility is one of the cleanest and most efficient coal-fired power plants in the world. It emits less sulfur dioxide, nitrogen oxides, and particulates than the plant it replaces - while providing more than 10 times the amount of megawatt-hours. There is no other plant of this kind in the world, as the equipment and technology are all state-of-the-art. This is a unique and long-term career opportunity.

Job Description

PLC Programming and Troubleshooting:

Program and troubleshoot PLCs to ensure proper operation of control systems.

Implement and optimize control strategies to enhance plant performance.

Maintenance Strategies:

Develop and implement maintenance strategies for motors and other electrical equipment.

Conduct regular inspections and preventive maintenance to ensure equipment reliability.

Operational Efficiency:

Monitor and analyze plant operations to identify opportunities for improvement.

Ensure efficient and safe operation of electrical systems and equipment.

Collaboration with Relay Group:

Work closely with the Relay group to maintain and troubleshoot breakers and relays.

Assist in the testing and commissioning of electrical protection systems.

Control Systems Support:

Provide backup support for control systems operations, including starting turbines and maintaining plant operations.

Respond to emergencies and perform troubleshooting to minimize downtime.

Coordination with Station Personnel:

Interact with station personnel to coordinate electrical engineering activities.

Provide technical support and training to plant staff as needed.

Job Requirements

2 or 4 year degree in Electrical Engineering/Electrical Engineering Technology or related field.

Proven experience in programming and troubleshooting PLCs.

Strong knowledge of electrical systems, motors, and control systems.

Experience with maintenance strategies and operational efficiency in industrial settings.

Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Strong communication skills and ability to interact with station personnel.

Work Environment

This position works onsite at the IGCC plant and the typical work schedule is five days a week, 40 hours per week, with overtime possible during outages or emergency situations. This plant features state-of-the-art equipment and technology, making it a unique work environment.

Compensation

Target compensation is $60/hour to $70/hour, but can be somewhat flexible depending on experience.

Paid Holidays include: NYD, MLK, Good Friday, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Black Friday, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and 2 additional floating holidays.

Paid Time Off at 2 weeks per year.

Company-provided Laptop

Cell Phone Allowance ($50/month)

Boots allowance (Up to $150/yr)

PPE Allowance (Up to $300/yr)

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $70.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Edwardsport,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 19, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.

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