Sr. Electrical Reliability Engineer, Cathode Engineering

About the role

We are seeking an Electrical Reliability Engineer to support sustaining operations for manufacturing facilities by ensuring the reliability, safety, and performance of electrical systems. This role will focus on maintaining and optimizing plant electrical infrastructure, troubleshooting issues, and supporting system improvements and capacity expansions. The ideal candidate will work cross-functionally with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to deliver reliable power systems that minimize downtime and enable efficient production.

Responsibilities

• Lead preventive and corrective maintenance programs for power distribution, switchgear, transformers, motors, VFDs, and control systems
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical failures to reduce production interruptions
• Support system upgrades, retrofits, and capacity expansions, including electrical infrastructure design deliverables
• Provide technical support to operations, vendors, and contractors for equipment installation and repairs
• Analyze system performance, track KPIs, and prepare reports with recommendations for efficiency and reliability improvements
• Ensure compliance with NEC/NFPA codes, OSHA, and company safety standards
• Participate in safety audits, incident investigations, and risk assessments
• Owner of RFQ's and contract management – ensure Non-Disclosure Agreements, General Terms & Conditions, Piece Price Agreements, and other related contracts are negotiated, agreed and appropriately documented before business is initiated
• Drive negotiation for piece price and product development to ensure pricing meets best-landed-cost expectations as well as supplier industrialization standards of best-in-class quality

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Electrical Engineering or related field
5+ years of experience in industrial power distribution or manufacturing environments

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of NEC/NFPA codes, electrical safety regulations, and OSHA requirements
• Experience with medium/low voltage systems (switchgear, panelboards, transformers, UPS, transfer switches)
• Hands-on experience with protective relays, PLCs, SCADA/Power Monitoring Software, VFDs, and motor control systems
• Proficiency with electrical schematics, troubleshooting, and diagnostic tools
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent spoken and written English

Skills

Strong knowledge of NEC/NFPA codes, electrical safety regulations, and OSHA requirements
Experience with medium/low voltage systems (switchgear, panelboards, transformers, UPS, transfer switches)
Hands-on experience with protective relays, PLCs, SCADA/Power Monitoring Software, VFDs, and motor control systems
Proficiency with electrical schematics, troubleshooting, and diagnostic tools
Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
Excellent spoken and written English

Pay

Competitive pay
Company Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA
Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Schedule

Full-time