Evonik · 2 days ago
Plant Electrical Engineer
Mobile, AL
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expEvonik is a global leader in specialty chemicals, offering innovative solutions for a sustainable future. They are seeking a Plant Electrical Engineer to oversee electrical distribution, manage capital projects, and drive reliability engineering initiatives at their production site.
ChemicalChemical EngineeringIndustrialIndustrial Engineering
Responsibilities
Be the site’s electrical authority—plan and oversee maintenance, upgrades, and electrical outages (switchgear, breakers, substations)
Drive reliability engineering initiatives—analyze failures, implement corrective actions, and optimize system performance
Lead capital projects—from concept to completion—balancing budgets, compliance, and innovation
Supervise and mentor contractors and technicians, ensuring safety-first practices (Arc Flash, Lockout/Tagout)
Champion SCADA & smart technology—supporting and upgrading our Energy Data Information System (EDIS) for better monitoring and efficiency
Share your expertise by training plant teams on new electrical technologies and safety standards
Keep us future-ready with strategic plans for system expansions, digital upgrades, and reliability improvements
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
8+ years of hands-on electrical engineering experience in a manufacturing or production environment
Proven expertise with power distribution systems (480V–12.47kV), preventive maintenance, and power quality assessments
Strong knowledge of electrical safety standards (Arc Flash, Lockout/Tagout)
Experience managing budgets, contractors, and engineering teams
Familiarity with SCADA systems, power meters, and relay programming
Leadership skills with the ability to influence, train, and inspire others
Preferred
Professional Engineering (PE) License in Alabama
Benefits
Performance-based remuneration
Occupational health benefits
Hybrid and flexible working environments
Company
Evonik
Evonik goes beyond the boundaries of chemistry with its combination of innovative strength and leading technological expertise.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$4.85BKey Investors
European Investment BankTemasek HoldingsCVC Capital Partners
2025-09-02Post Ipo Debt· $581.65M
2024-03-13Post Ipo Debt· $547.64M
2013-04-25IPO
Leadership Team
Anne Ritter
Global Director, Partnerships and Strategy- Care Solutions
Bernhard Mohr
Managing Director Evonik Venture Capital
Recent News
2025-11-21
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