Electrical Engineer - Foreman, AR at Ash Grove Cement Company in Foreman, Arkansas

Job Description:

 

 

Job ID:  256161

 

Ash Grove Cement, a CRH company, provides portland and masonry cements to help build the foundation and infrastructure for the world around us.  We ship millions of tons of cement from our plants and network of terminals located across the Midwest, Texas and Western United States. When you work for Ash Grove, you are connecting to something bigger. Join our team and help Ash Grove build America.

Summary

Performs electrical engineering duties in the areas of power distribution control, process, electrical and field engineering. Provides technical support to electrical repair supervisor and others as needed.  Uses independent judgment in analyzing electrical engineering aspects of process and systems implemented at the plant. Works from general policies and objectives. Refers to supervisor when clarification or interpretation of organization policy is needed. Exercises work supervision over electricians and other labor positions associated with electrical processes and applications

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Provides technical support in the areas of programmable logic control, electrical machinery, instrumentation, emission monitoring systems, electrical power systems and other activities involved in the use of electrical engineering principles and applications.


• Maintains plant electrical and control systems documentation. Requires generation and revisions of CAD files, manual drawings, control logic logs, equipment specifications, etc.


• Plans, recommends, designs and supervises the installation and commissioning of projects which are of electrical or control system and/or data acquisition systems in nature, or require electrical engineering support.


• Studies new products available in the market, analyzes their processing applications and makes appropriate recommendations to management.


• Performs computer programming and other data processing support duties. Solves problems associated with software and hardware, and writes custom tailored programs to monitor performance and increase productivity.


• Participates in various plant committees and performs other administrative duties as requested by plant management such as specifying electrical equipment, writing budget proposals, etc.


• Designs and conducts specific training relating to electrical systems, maintenance, equipment, etc. for technicians and electricians.


• Communicates, coordinates and evaluates job responsibilities of electricians with the Electrical Supervisor. Communicates and coordinates with other supervisors as needed for other craft/labor duties as may be required.


• Participates in evaluating the performance of electricians and technicians.


• Assists Electrical Supervisor in the planning process of various electrical projects when needed


• May fill in for Electrical Supervisor when supervisor is not at plant


• May participate in interviewing prospective electrical workers and supervisors.


• Maintains awareness of current industry trends and practices by attending professional association meetings, seminars and/or reading trade journals and industry magazines.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of electrical engineering theories, principles and techniques.


• Working knowledge of contract management practices and cement manufacturing processes.


• Strategic planning, decision making, communication and negotiation skills.


• Ability to use engineering equipment such as measuring devices, calculators, computers, etc.


• Ability to climb ladders and walk over rough, slippery and uneven surfaces.


• Must be available for off-hour assistance for equipment breakdown/malfunctions.


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  Knowledge of electrical and control systems, instrumentation, computer operations, and other related technical areas preferred.

  
  


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  Ability to understand and operate computer software and hardware preferred.

  
  


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  Ability to use engineering and electronic equipment such as measuring devices, calculators and computers preferred. 

  
  

Education

• B.S. degree in Engineering. Primary emphasis in Electrical Engineering preferred.


• Professional Engineer registration also preferred.

Experience

• Five or more years of Electrical Engineering experience


• Experience with Electrical Project Management is preferred

About CRH Americas

CRH Americas has a long and proud heritage as one of North America’s largest corporations. We are a proud reflection of the hundreds of family businesses, local and regional companies and mid to large sized enterprises that together form the CRH Americas family. CRH Americas operates with a decentralized, diversified structure, letting you work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large enterprise.

CRH Americas is a great place to grow! If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our career site. Please complete your online profile which will be sent directly to the appropriate Hiring Manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest in the CRH Americas family!

Ash Grove Cement is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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