Electrical Engineer

Electrical Project Engineer

Kaiser Aluminum is known around the world for its superior quality. Our secret is what we put into it—innovative thinking, industry-leading reliability, and a world-class commitment to customer service. In short, the same qualities we look for in our people. We are looking for an Electrical Project Engineering to join Kaiser Aluminum Operations in Spokane Washington!

$90,000.00/yr - $/yr

• Annual Bonus

To support our teams and their families beyond the workplace, we provide an outstanding benefits package effective day one of employment!

• Salary range $90,000-$130,000 per year depending on experience
• High deductible medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, including spouse and children (modest payroll deductions)
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Vacation (2-4 weeks depending on experience)
• Supplemental leave (used in conjunction with Washington Paid Family & Medical Leave)
• 401K with matching company funds
• Quarterly bonus structure

• Lead and facilitate cross-functional project teams to develop project scope and requirements
• Develop and manage project scope, resourcing plan, budget, and schedule
• Prepare capital authorizations
• Develop specifications and evaluate technical engineering and equipment bid packages
• Administer engineering, equipment purchase, and installation contracts
• Coordinate and manage installations and outages
• Track and report project performance, schedule, and cost compliance
• Review design packages and drawings for compliance with contract documents and Kaiser standards
• Coordinate with internal Operations, Maintenance, Technical, and Engineering resources to achieve project objectives
• Participate in the final check-out of new installations. This includes factory and site acceptance testing that will assure adherence to functional specifications
• Assist in trouble-shooting equipment control and electrical systems
• Support electrical safety initiatives and Kaiser’s electrical standards
• Comply with all Safety, Quality, and Environmental Regulations.

• An undergraduate degree in BSEE or BSET is required. Minimum of 5 years previous electrical engineering experience
• Demonstrated experience managing projects in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with functional and performance-based specification development
• Familiarity with electrical and control system design including key documents such as schematics diagrams, single lines, P& control narratives
• Knowledge of low and medium voltage electrical systems, AC/DC motors and drive systems and National Electrical Code and NFPA 70E
• Knowledge of control system theory, instrumentation, PLC based control systems and safety systems
• Excellent analytical skills including knowledge of Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and organizational skills
• Proven ability to work in teams
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

No third-party candidate submissions are being accepted at this time for this opening.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered based on job-related qualifications and abilities. There shall be no discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

About Kaiser Aluminum:
Talented people join our team because we are a company passionate about environmental sustainability, employee growth, contributing back to our communities and championing an inclusive culture.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Engineering, Manufacturing, and Project Management

• Manufacturing, Fabricated Metal Products, and Primary Metal Manufacturing