Title: Electrical Controls Engineer

Location: Columbus, MS

Industry: Sustainable Metals Manufacturing

Client: Fortune 500 Steel Manufacturer

Be part of something transformative! Our client, a major player in sustainable steel making, is launching a greenfield facility, leveraging cutting-edge biomass technology to produce clean carbon solutions for steel production. We are seeking a hands-on Electrical Engineer to play a key role from ground-up design through long-term operations.

Responsibilities:

• Take part in the core engineering team leading the design, procurement, and build out of a state-of-the-art facility.
• Engineer and implement electrical systems for major plant projects - from high-voltage distribution (up to 345kV) to equipment-level power.
• Oversee instrumentation, PLCs, and HMIs, integrating control systems to optimize performance.
• Lead or support the hiring, training, and supervision of electrical maintenance staff.
• Develop preventative maintenance programs to ensure reliability and safety.
• Manage capital upgrades and plan plant shutdowns or construction events.

Qualifications:

• BS in Electrical Engineering or BSEET
• Hands on field engineering experience - in a heavy industrial manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of high-voltage systems, switch gear, protective relaying, PLCs and HMI
• Ability to lead contractors on large-scale capital projects.

Benefits:

• Be on the ground floor of a greenfield project with advanced clean-tech applications.
• Play a direct role in decarbonizing steel production - a first-of-its-kind in the U.S.
• profit sharing and stock benefits
• Comprehensive insurance (medical, dental, vision, disability, life)
• HSA/FSA options + wellness programs
• Education assistance
• Paid vacations and holidays
• Long-term retirement savings plans