Kaiser Aluminum
Lead Electrical/Controls Engineer
The Lead Electrical/Controls Engineer provides technical expertise to optimize highly automated manufacturing equipment and processes through visual systems, automation and advanced levels of process control. The role also develops, plans, organizes, and leads reliability and improvement projects in the plant. This position provides technical support to Operations and the Maintenance team at our Bellwood Virginia aluminum extrusion and tube mill plant on the south side of Richmond. High level of competency with Allen‑Bradley PLC (Control Logix 5000), HMI (Allen Bradley ME and SE), and Allen‑Bradley motor drives.
What you will work on:
Design, development and implementation of visual systems to help reduce errors and reduce cost through increased manufacturing efficiency
Provide technical support to operations as necessary
Combine theoretical and practical knowledge toward innovation of new products and processes
Work independently on smaller projects from conception to completion. This work will include "hands‑on" type projects
Work in cross‑functional teams to support business goals and objectives
Thoroughly document all technical work that is completed
Function as a shared resource within the production value streams for assistance in difficult problem solving
Lead and/or contribute to continuous improvement and Six Sigma project teams
Support plant safety initiatives through active involvement in the safety process
Support and lead plant industrial electrical systems
Leading and participating in process improvements with multi‑discipline technical staff, maintenance and production
Mentoring employees to increase their knowledge of equipment and process
Working to eliminate waste through reliability improvements and monitoring processes, ensuring they are in control and meeting expectations
What you will bring to the role:
A Bachelor’s Degree or higher in a related technical degree is required
A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, or a related technical degree, is preferred
Five plus (5+) years of experience in a manufacturing operation
High level of competency with Allen‑Bradley PLC (Control Logix 5000), HMI (Allen Bradley ME and SE), and Allen‑Bradley motor drives
Other skills:
Excellent equipment troubleshooting abilities is essential
Strong analytical problem‑solving and organization skills
PC proficiency including, but not limited to, the use of Word, Excel, and Power Point
Solid interpersonal skills, including verbal and written communication
Proven ability to work in a low supervision environment while successfully meeting goals
Willingness to work around large manufacturing equipment and furnaces
Experience with technical projects/initiatives in a manufacturing environment
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Strong PC skills, including Windows, Word, Excel, various data collection and analysis packages
Proven ability to work in teams
Robotics experience is a plus
No third‑party candidate submissions are being accepted at this time for this opening.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered based on job‑related qualifications and abilities. There shall be no discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
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What you will work on:
Design, development and implementation of visual systems to help reduce errors and reduce cost through increased manufacturing efficiency
Provide technical support to operations as necessary
Combine theoretical and practical knowledge toward innovation of new products and processes
Work independently on smaller projects from conception to completion. This work will include "hands‑on" type projects
Work in cross‑functional teams to support business goals and objectives
Thoroughly document all technical work that is completed
Function as a shared resource within the production value streams for assistance in difficult problem solving
Lead and/or contribute to continuous improvement and Six Sigma project teams
Support plant safety initiatives through active involvement in the safety process
Support and lead plant industrial electrical systems
Leading and participating in process improvements with multi‑discipline technical staff, maintenance and production
Mentoring employees to increase their knowledge of equipment and process
Working to eliminate waste through reliability improvements and monitoring processes, ensuring they are in control and meeting expectations
What you will bring to the role:
A Bachelor’s Degree or higher in a related technical degree is required
A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, or a related technical degree, is preferred
Five plus (5+) years of experience in a manufacturing operation
High level of competency with Allen‑Bradley PLC (Control Logix 5000), HMI (Allen Bradley ME and SE), and Allen‑Bradley motor drives
Other skills:
Excellent equipment troubleshooting abilities is essential
Strong analytical problem‑solving and organization skills
PC proficiency including, but not limited to, the use of Word, Excel, and Power Point
Solid interpersonal skills, including verbal and written communication
Proven ability to work in a low supervision environment while successfully meeting goals
Willingness to work around large manufacturing equipment and furnaces
Experience with technical projects/initiatives in a manufacturing environment
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Strong PC skills, including Windows, Word, Excel, various data collection and analysis packages
Proven ability to work in teams
Robotics experience is a plus
No third‑party candidate submissions are being accepted at this time for this opening.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered based on job‑related qualifications and abilities. There shall be no discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
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