{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"44982ad0e8e7f9c6cf5d3c77","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/44982ad0e8e7f9c6cf5d3c77","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/44982ad0e8e7f9c6cf5d3c77","title":"Electrical Engineer","description":"Talascend is currently seeking an Electrical Engineer for a direct hire opportunity with our client in Mountain Pass, California .\n\nOverview\nThe Electrical Engineer will support operations and capital projects as a subject matter expert for site electrical systems.\n\nResponsibilities\n\nPerform examinations of work areas and monitor compliance with MSHA regulations and company policies.\n\nEnsure equipment and systems are designed to best industry safety standards.\n\nWork with site electricians and contractors to ensure company standards and specifications are being used and ensure industry standard best maintenance practices are followed.\n\nWork with stakeholders of projects and operations to ensure systems being purchased and installed are in compliance with site‑adopted standards and specifications.\n\nWork with the Process Engineering, Process Controls, and Maintenance teams to diagnose electrical issues impacting the process and the power distribution system.\n\nDiagnose, isolate, and coordinate repair of motors, MCC, Switchgear, and supporting equipment (480V, 12kV) with the Maintenance team and suppliers including the replacement and adjustment of components, integral units, motors, controls, and other integral instruments as needed.\n\nWork with site maintenance team to optimize routine testing and preventative maintenance schedules and procedures for electrical equipment.\n\nTroubleshoot electrical failures, contribute to RCFAs and develop actions to prevent recurrence.\n\nWork with electricians in troubleshooting 12KV switchgears, relays and transformers.\n\nEnsure that the plant electrical protection system is operating as intended and critical infrastructure is adequately protected.\n\nWork to organize and update electrical documentation in the site document management system.\n\nWork with the Projects team to provide input and clarifications for capital projects including review of project specifications, P&IDs, Single-Line Diagrams, grounding drawings, electrical equipment datasheets, equipment location drawings, motor schematics, cable schedules, panel schedules, coordination studies, and lighting drawings as required to ensure consistency across our site.\n\nParticipate in weekly project meetings with suppliers, participate in design reviews, acceptance testing, HAZOP meetings, respond to Requests for Information (RFI), approve deviation requests, start‑up and commissioning support, and ensure the projects are following the site standards and adopted site standards.\n\nQualifications\n\nBachelor's degree in electrical engineering or relevant technical degree is required.\n\n3+ years industrial plant electrical maintenance and supervision experience.\n\nRequirements\n\nStrong knowledge of applicable codes and industry specifications.\n\nStrong understanding of electrical maintenance work procedures and a general knowledge of electrical systems repair, project execution, and construction/installation techniques.\n\nExperience with power distribution systems in an industrial environment.\n\nExperience with 12kV infrastructure.\n\nStrong knowledge of electrical and safety system design in a chemical operating facility.\n\nExperience with software for electrical design, analysis, and simulation of power systems.\n\nExperience with GE Relays, switchgears and Rockwell MCCs.\n\nAbility to work in teams with strong collaboration skills.\n\nExperience with Asset Management Systems.\n\nGood verbal and written skills.\n\nAttention to detail and ability to learn new duties.\n\nAbility to complete a task with minimal supervision.\n\nValid Driver’s License requires company vehicles on property.\n\nEmployees must have a willingness to promote safety among the workforce, participate in Process Hazard Analysis procedures and Pre-Startup Safety Reviews.\n\nEmployees must pass a full‑face respiratory fit test.\n\nEmployees must be able to lift 50 lbs.\n\nMust be able to work in PPE level C.\n\nWe thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.\n\nDrug Screen may be required.\n\nWe will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to Federal, State and Local law, including the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Talascend is concerned about a conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Applicants with criminal histories are encouraged to apply. To find out more visit California Fair Chance Act.\n\nPay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. Talascend also offers a variety of benefits including: health and disability insurance, 401(k),EAP, paid time off, and company‑paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, plan requirements, schedule type, and client work site mandates.\n\nTalascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Talascend","rawCompany":"talascend","city":"Mountain Pass","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-06-17T03:44:20.778Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2071.00","title":"Electrical Engineers","slug":"electrical-engineers"},{"code":"47-2111.00","title":"Electricians","slug":"electricians"},{"code":"17-3023.00","title":"Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians","slug":"electrical-and-electronic-engineering-technologists-and-technicians"}],"industries":[{"code":"238210","title":"Electrical Contractors and Other 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However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.\n\nDrug Screen may be required.\n\nWe will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to Federal, State and Local law, including the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Talascend is concerned about a conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Applicants with criminal histories are encouraged to apply. 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