Senior Electrical Engineer (Chargeman B0 33kV)

Summary:

The primary role and responsibility of the Senior Electrical Engineer is to oversee operations, maintenance, and troubleshooting of 33kV high-voltage systems and other electrical system. The Senior Electrical Engineer is responsible for operating and troubleshooting complex equipment and systems to identify and resolve functional deficiencies. This work will require extensive knowledge and must be accomplished with appropriate competency and safety consciousness. Other functions include, preventive and predictive procedures, modifying, testing, measuring, assembling, improving, and installing utilities and related equipment. Maintenance duties will include operating, repairing, refurbishing, adjusting, and calibrating a wide range of equipment in the general categories of: Compressed air, Chilled water, treated water, waste water, refrigeration and HVAC. It is expected that the Senior Electrical Engineer develop and maintain proficiency on diverse group of equipment that supports the manufacturing process. The role also involves maintaining records, preparing reports, handling emergencies, managing shutdowns, and coordinating with stakeholders to align maintenance and improvement activities with business needs, while prioritizing safety and compliance. The Senior Electrical Engineer will display the Hershey Values of customer service, team work, and cooperation with all trades, production, and support personnel.

Summary of major duties:
• Supervise and perform operations, maintenance, troubleshooting and switching of 33kV high voltage systems, switchgear, transformer and associated equipment.
• Carry out switching work for HT feeder for service and maintenance
• Ensures reliable operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing predictive / preventive maintenance procedures on compressors, motors, pneumatic actuators, process systems, and equipment.
• Lead and supervise a team of chargeman and electrical technicians in daily operations, ensuring adherence to safety and operational standards.
• Provide training and guidance to junior chargeman and technicians.
• To operate, install, maintain, and troubleshoot AC / DC motors and control circuits.
• To operate, modify, align, maintain and troubleshoot: Compressors, Chillers, Air handlers, HVAC, Refrigeration systems, Cooling towers and Heating systems.
• Ensure electrical system and equipment comply with Energy Commission regulation and standard and electricity supply act.
• Lead development and execution of electrical system upgrades, capacity expansion and Continuous Improvement (CI) projects. The incumbent is also expected to develop solid business case and required documentation for all related projects and drive the projects through Hershey’s Capex approval process.
• Develop the cost saving calculation for the CI projects and ensure periodic update of results in CI trackers.
• Evaluate and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce energy consumption.
• Maintain detailed records of electrical inspections, maintenance activities and incidents.
• Prepare and submit monthly report on system performance on system performance, maintenance activities and compliance status.
• Respond promptly to electrical failures, power outages and emergencies to minimize downtime.
• Lead annual plant electrical shutdown activity, restoration process and liaise with utility providers or external contractors when required.
• To ensure proper communication and alignment between utility department and all stakeholders related to all maintenance, repairs and improvement activities to meet the business needs.
• To coordinate all ESG initiatives governing the department including periodic reporting needs.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Any other job required based on business needs.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
• Chargeman B0 (33kV) certificate of competency is mandatory
• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Electrical Engineering
• 10 to 15years of hands-on maintenance work in plant utilities systems.
• Industrial Electrical Systems (33kV electrical system)
• Compressed Air Systems
• Centralized Chillers and Cooling towers
• Process Control & Instrumentation
• Motors and Controls (AC and DC)
• HVAC systems