SSAB · 12 hours ago
Facilities Electrical Engineer
Montpelier, IA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expSSAB is one of the largest North American producers of steel plate and coil, serving various industrial markets. The Facilities Electrical Engineer will be responsible for electrical maintenance, design, project management, and engineering functions for electrical equipment across the plant, ensuring safety and efficiency in operations.
ManufacturingMiningProduct Management
Responsibilities
Lead employees in following all SSAB safety regulations. Ensure that all company safety practices and procedures are adhered to and all employees are adequately trained to perform their various job assignments in a safe and efficient manner
Develop and enforce safety procedures and safe work practices to ensure the safety of employees and contractors in the performance of assigned work
Ensure that the area meets or exceeds all safety objectives, including JSA/SOPs, safety meetings, required monthly inspections, housekeeping and other safety deliverables to continually drive safety improvements
Supervise and lead by example in following the company’s goals and values, enforcing policies and procedures, assist with recruiting, training, performance evaluations, employee skill development, discipline, retention and succession planning
Supervise and assist managing electrical distribution/Utility systems. Distribution systems include applicable transformers, breakers, air switches, load centers, reactors, rectifiers, pole mounted equipment, underground cabling, etc
Supervise and manage high voltage incoming to the plant. Work with electrical power supplier on incoming transmission lines, transformers, distribution systems, etc
Perform system studies to ensure proper coordination of system relays, monitor load flows and modify system components to avoid overloads. Explore and implement better technology, equipment and methods to reduce outages, equipment failures, operating costs and unsafe conditions
Plan, coordinate and perform all high/medium voltage distribution switching, transferring loads, paralleling services, etc., as required
Create, maintain, and monitor high/medium voltage preventive maintenance program including oil sampling of large Transformers
Develop and manage various capital projects from conception to completion
Provide 24/7 maintenance response coverage for any Power Issues related to the operation of the SSAB Facility
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science in electrical or electronic engineering or a minimum of 10 years industry experience in electrical engineering and/or maintenance
Minimum of 10 years working with the electrical maintenance or design and engineering in industrial manufacturing environment
Experience working with multiple contractors on medium to large sized projects
Good verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with employees, management and contractors
Mid to high-level computer skills; to include proficiency in Microsoft Office and MS Project
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining composure and professionalism
Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills
Regular and reliable attendance
Preferred
Extensive knowledge in industrial schematics
Knowledge and experience with PTW Power Tools
Knowledge of Switchgear Maintenance and operation
Relay Programming software such as GE/Mulitlin and Schweitzer
10+ years of experience in production and maintenance processes within the steel industry
Benefits
Excellent Pay with Additional Bonus
Very Affordable Health Insurance
Blue Cross/Blue Shield Medical
CVS/Caremark Prescription
Delta Dental
Superior Vision
401(k) with Employer Match
Profit Sharing
10 Paid Holidays
Vacation
Company Paid Life Insurance, STD and LTD
Optional Life, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA); Healthcare and Dependent Care
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Company
SSAB
SSAB is a global, highly specialized steel company that focuses on close and long-term customer collaboration.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$4.04BKey Investors
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2025-11-07Post Ipo Debt· $293.82M
2025-04-29Post Ipo Debt· $3.11B
2024-12-05Grant· $133.61M
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President & Chief Executive Officer
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