Power Distribution Specialist

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As a global leader in Stainless Steel, we're seeking a Power Distribution Specialist and be part of our Central Utilities Maintenance team in Calvert, Mobile County, Alabama.

Provide technical knowledge to assist maintenance and production personnel in the implementation of equipment/system improvements. Develop and execute equipment maintenance programs.

Outokumpu is the global leader in sustainable stainless steel. We employ some 9,000 professionals in more than 30 countries who set the gold standard for innovation. The Americas is headquartered in Calvert, Mobile County, Alabama; home to one of the most technically advanced integrated stainless‑steel mill in the United States. The Americas’ footprint also expands to San Luis Potosi, Mexico, which is the only stainless steel cold rolling mill plus service center in the country.

Additionally, Outokumpu business area Americas has a commercial office in Brazil.

• Bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution required
• Master of Science (MS) degree in Electrical Engineering;
  Emphasis in power systems preferred.
• Minimum of “10” years of experience in electrical power systems engineering in industrial environment, working with both low voltage and medium voltage electrical power distribution applications up to 34.5kV
• Knowledge of regulations mandated by the International Electrical Testing Association (NETA), National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), National Electrical Code (NEC), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA-70E), Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), American National Standards Institute (ANSI), and other applicable standards, regulations and guidelines
• SCADA (System Control and Data Acquisition System) Recommended
• Power Quality
• Power Management
• Battery systems
• Switchgears and transformers
• HVAC Electrical systems (Desired Automation systems)
• Electrical Engineering software
• SKM or similar software experience on power system studies including load flow, short-circuit analysis, protective device coordination, arc flash hazard analysis and harmonic analysis
• Excellent communications skills working with both professionals, operations personnel, and construction trades
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment
• General Microsoft Office and computer skills
• Interest and ability to work at our site location in Calvert, Alabama

• Technical Writing skills
• Demonstrates strong decision‑making, analytical, and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to deal sensitively with confidential material
• Demonstrates strong work ethic and displays a high degree of professionalism

• Ensure departmental assets achieve optimal operability and maintenance of Power Distribution/HVAC Systems
• Provide technical support and consultancy to the management structure in Power System related decisions
• Quality review of construction activities pertaining to Electrical Equipment installation, including transformers and accessories, protection system, power meters, lighting, from low voltage up to 34.5kV as well as HVAC systems controls preferred.
• Coordinate Engineering activities to support maintenance areas in the implementation of System/Equipment modifications and/or improvements, including technical analysis, proposals and alternatives evaluation, cost estimates, diligence, factory testing and commissioning
• Provide technical support for the project management group, from the feasibility study phase to the coordination of the final acceptance tests, ensuring the technical quality, as well as ensuring the correct technical documentation after changes
• Establish the minimum technical requirements necessary to purchase or modify equipment and/or systems by maintaining technical standards based on national, international and/or corporate standards, incorporating new technologies whenever necessary
• Develop reports and findings by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends
• Promote safety culture, review accident/incident reports and assist in investigations as…