Electrical Engineer

Description

Scot Forge is seeking an Electrical Engineer to support our manufacturing operations in Spring Grove, Illinois.

This role is responsible for designing and supporting electrical systems for new and existing manufacturing equipment, facility power distribution systems, and major capital projects across Scot Forge's operations. Working closely with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and external vendors, you will help ensure our equipment and facilities operate safely, reliably, and efficiently.

• 100% Employee-Owned Company (ESOP)
• Profit Sharing Bonus
• Opportunity to lead electrical design for major manufacturing and capital projects
• Exposure to large-scale forging, heat treat, machining, and industrial systems
• Collaborative culture focused on innovation and continuous improvement
• Comprehensive benefits package

Scot Forge is a 130+ year-old, employee-owned manufacturer of custom open die and rolled ring forgings. Our products support critical industries including energy, transportation, manufacturing, mining, infrastructure, aerospace, and national defense.

From components used in mining equipment and energy infrastructure to mission-critical aerospace and defense applications, Scot Forge produces forged solutions for some of the world's most demanding environments.

As an Electrical Engineer, you will:

• Design electrical systems and control panels for new and existing manufacturing equipment
• Develop electrical schematics, layouts, and documentation for machinery and facility infrastructure
• Select and specify motors, drives, controls, instrumentation, HMIs, and related electrical components
• Support plant power distribution systems, electrical upgrades, and Arc Flash studies
• Manage electrical aspects of capital projects from concept through startup and validation
• Support troubleshooting and reliability improvements for manufacturing equipment
• Coordinate contractors, vendors, and internal teams to ensure successful project execution
• Lead electrical system upgrades, modernization efforts, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Mentor technical team members and provide engineering support across multiple shifts as needed

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience
• Minimum of five years of experience in machine electrical design and power distribution systems
• Experience designing electrical systems for industrial equipment and manufacturing applications
• Knowledge of electrical schematics, controls, motor systems, power distribution, and industrial automation
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
• Strong communication and collaboration skills

• Experience supporting manufacturing, forging, machining, heat treat, or other heavy industrial operations
• Knowledge of NEC, NFPA, Arc Flash, and industrial electrical safety requirements
• Experience with motor control centers, drives, PLCs, instrumentation, and HMI systems
• Experience managing capital projects and outside contractors
• Strong vendor management, procurement, and project budgeting experience
• Experience mentoring technicians, electricians, or engineering team members

• Primarily based in Spring Grove, Illinois with occasional travel to Franklin Park, Illinois and Clinton, Wisconsin facilities
• Combination of office, engineering, and manufacturing-floor activities
• Approximately 30% of time may involve troubleshooting, equipment startups, shutdowns, and project work in production environments
• Exposure to industrial equipment, elevated…