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Howard Industries lists this Electrical Maintenance Engineer opportunity in laurel, Mississippi. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Description: Electrical Maintenance Engineer (Transformer Manufacturing)
Position Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled Electrical Maintenance Enginee r to join our transformer manufacturing facility in Mexico. You will be responsible for ensuring the maximum availability and reliability of specialized production equipment, including vacuum drying systems, core cutting machines, coil winding machines, and high-voltage testing laboratories. The ideal candidate will combine technical expertise in industrial electricity with a proactive approach to Preventive and Predictive Maintenanc e, ensuring that our plant operates at peak efficiency while adhering to strict safety and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
System Maintenance : Oversee the maintenance of low, medium, and high-voltage electrical distribution systems within the plant.
Specialized Equipment : Diagnose and repair faults in PLC-controlled machinery (Siemens/Allen-Bradley/others), variable frequency drives (VFDs), and hydraulic/pneumatic systems
Predictive Programs : Implement and manage predictive maintenance techniques such as thermography, vibration analysis, and oil analysis for plant infrastructure
Compliance : Ensure all electrical installations and repairs comply with Mexican Official Standards (NOM-001-SED E and NOM-029-STP S)
Continuous Improvement : Analyze Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and implement root cause analysis (RCA) to reduce recurring downtime
Contractor Management : Supervise external vendors and contractors during major overhauls or new equipment installations
Inventory : Manage the inventory of critical electrical spare parts to minimize "Mean Time to Repair" (MTTR)
Required Qualifications
Education : Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering, or a related field
Experience : 3-5 years of experience in maintenance within a heavy manufacturing environment (transformer or automotive industry preferred)
Technical Skills
Proficiency in reading and interpreting complex electrical schematics and P&IDs
Experience with Substation s and high-voltage safety protocols
Experience with loading studies, power planning, and electrical distribution equipment
Familiarity with electrical construction
Soft Skills : Leadership, problem solving under pressure, and excellent communication skills
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Worksite address
laurel, MS, 39441, US
Who can apply
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