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Slate Auto · 3 weeks ago

Electrical Engineer, Facilities

Warsaw, IN

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$125K/yr - $145K/yr

5+ years exp

Slate Auto is focused on building safe and reliable vehicles while promoting reindustrialization in the USA. The Electrical Engineer, Facilities is responsible for overseeing the maintenance, repair, and operational readiness of the plant's power distribution systems and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

AutomotiveElectric VehicleManufacturing

Hiring Manager

Michael Micola

Responsibilities

Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs for machinery, HVAC, electrical systems, and facility infrastructure

Respond to equipment breakdowns and coordinate timely repairs

Maintain records of maintenance activities and equipment history

Responsible for organizing and producing engineering drawings for installation and commissioning of new and existing designs that consist of physical layouts (general arrangements, grounding, conduits) to electro-mechanical and microprocessor type protection relay systems in medium voltage stations

Work with facilities maintenance technicians in troubleshooting facility systems or equipment failures

Oversee building electrical systems including lighting, fire protection alarm systems, heating/cooling, and security

Leading and supporting design teams involved with conceptual, preliminary, and final design of station projects

Performs engineering design work and engineering studies

Develop test plans and perform tests on electrical circuitry, equipment, and systems

Performs as engineering project leader

Prepares specifications and evaluates bids

Prepares recommendation material for management consideration

Administers and reviews work performed by consultants and others

Performs field engineering work and analyses

Responsible for project budgets and schedules

Manage contractors and vendors for facility services and repairs

Assist with preparing and managing the maintenance and facilities budget

Monitor expenditures and identify cost-saving opportunities

Maintain inventory of spare parts, tools, and supplies

Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory standards

Conduct regular safety inspections and risk assessments

Support emergency response planning and drills

Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability and facility efficiency

Collaborate with engineering and production teams on capital projects and upgrades

Utilize Lean, TPM, or Six Sigma methodologies to drive improvements

Qualification

Electrical EngineeringLean ManufacturingProject ManagementMechanical Systems KnowledgeBudget ManagementEmergency ResponseLeadership SkillsCommunication SkillsOrganizational Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, (Professional Engineer (PE) license and advance degree is a plus) or related field preferred; equivalent experience accepted

5+ years of experience in electrical engineering in a manufacturing environment

Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills

Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and building systems

Ability to manage multiple priorities and respond to emergencies

Experience in project management, including planning, budgeting, and execution

Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement practices