Job ID: #2306November 27, 2025
ENGINEERING (Electrical engineer for plant)
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**Job Title:** Electrical Engineer Plant Operation

 

 **Position Summary**

 

The Electrical Engineer is responsible for ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the plant s electrical systems and equipment. This role involves troubleshooting, maintaining, and improving electrical infrastructure, supporting automation systems, and leading projects to enhance equipment performance and reduce downtime.

 

 **Key Responsibilities**

 

 **1. Maintenance & Troubleshooting**

 

* Diagnose and resolve electrical issues in plant equipment such as motors, drives, transformers, switchgear, MCCs, PLCs, and instrumentation.

* Provide technical support to maintenance teams during breakdowns and planned shutdowns.

* Conduct root-cause analysis (RCA) for recurring electrical faults and implement corrective actions.

 

**2. Plant Operations Support**

 

* Monitor electrical systems to ensure reliable power distribution across the plant.

* Support continuous operation of production lines by ensuring electrical equipment availability.

* Review and optimize preventive and predictive maintenance programs.

 

 **3. Projects & Improvements**

 

* Plan and execute electrical engineering projects (equipment upgrades, expansions, automation improvements).

* Prepare technical documents including specifications, drawings, and project schedules.

* Evaluate new technologies to improve efficiency, safety, and energy management.

 

 **4. Compliance & Safety**

 

* Ensure compliance with electrical codes, standards, and plant safety policies.

* Conduct electrical safety audits, risk assessments, and implement corrective actions.

* Maintain documentation for equipment certifications, testing, and inspections.

 

 **5. Documentation & Reporting**

 

* Maintain up-to-date single-line diagrams, schematics, and equipment records.

* Generate reports on electrical performance, energy consumption, and downtime analysis.

 

 

 

 **Experience**

 

* 2 8 years of experience in plant, industrial, or manufacturing environment (adjust as required).

* Experience with PLCs, VFDs, SCADA, relay logic, and power distribution systems is preferred.

 

**Technical Skills**

 

* Strong knowledge of motors, drives, control circuits, MCCs, switchgear, and protection systems.

* Familiarity with automation systems (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Schneider, etc.).

* Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics.

* Proficiency with maintenance tools and CMMS systems.

 

 **Soft Skills**

 

* Excellent problem-solving and analytical thinking.

* Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

* Ability to work under pressure during breakdowns or shutdowns.