Electrical Engineering & Maintenance Manager

Legacy Talent Search is currently seeking candidates for an Electrical Engineering & Maintenance Manager role in Firebaugh, CA. Our client is a well-established industry leader known for innovation, technical excellence, and a commitment to delivering the highest-quality products. With a strong focus on continuous improvement, they pride themselves on maintaining operational reliability and efficiency across all stages of their manufacturing process.

• Manage the operation, maintenance, and reliability of substations, solar (PV + BESS) systems, transformers, main electrical distribution boards, and main circuit boards to ensure continuous power supply.
• Oversee electrical systems for boilers, cooling towers, and water systems while implementing preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Maintain and troubleshoot SCADA systems, Ignition HMI platforms, and industrial network systems to ensure reliable plant automation and connectivity.
• Enforce compliance with OSHA, NFPA, and food industry electrical standards; conduct root‑cause analyses and implement corrective actions.
• Lead electrical upgrade projects from concept through commissioning, ensuring alignment with plant objectives and operational requirements.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (Master’s preferred), or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• 7+ years of experience managing engineering and maintenance projects within processing manufacturing operations; union environment experience preferred.
• FE, PE, PMP, or ISA Certified Automation Professional credentials highly desirable.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Ability to pass a pre‑employment drug test, background and education verification, credit screen, and work extended schedules or weekends during the fresh‑pack season (July–early October).

• Salary range: $165,000 – $175,000
  , depending on experience and qualifications.
• Relocation assistance may be available for highly qualified candidates.

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401(k) match with Traditional & Roth options
• Company‑paid Life and AD&D insurance
• 10 paid vacation days, 9 paid holidays, and separate sick time
• Employee Assistance Program
• Various voluntary insurance products
• Free parking

Legacy Talent Search is an equal opportunity employer.