Materials Engineer jobs in Vincennes, IN

AutoReqId: 18653BR

Pay Class: Salaried Exempt

Minimum Pay Rate: $71,780.00

Maximum Pay Rate: $98,697.50

Department: Production

Line of Business: Cement Operations

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Posting:

Heidelberg Materials is seeking an Electrical / Systems Engineer Trainee to join our team in Mitchell, IN. This is an excellent opportunity to join an industry leader in a sustainable business and apply the skills you have learned in the classroom to a heavy manufacturing environment.

Heidelberg Materials provides the materials to build our future. Our future is sustainable. Our future is digital. And it goes beyond cement, aggregates and ready-mixed concrete. Heidelberg Materials North America, previously known as Lehigh Hanson, operates more than 450 locations with approximately 9,000 employees in the U.S. and Canada.

We have a long-standing program for recent college graduates that will build the foundation for your career in our organization.

What you’ll get to do:

This position is a training position for an entry-level engineer. You will participate in a structured training program designed to provide an overview of the cement plant operations. As an Electrical/Control Systems EIT, you will:

• Support the operations in achieving production goals through partnering with experienced engineers and managers in different departments (safety, environmental, operations, maintenance, quality control, and quarry) and at different locations
• Participate in production and maintenance meetings
• Work with the maintenance team regarding electrical engineering/control systems projects
• Analyze electrical and control systems
• Learn basic supervisory skills by working side-by-side with supervisors
• Complete technical projects which will assist you in gaining an understanding of the operations of a cement plant and the cement industry, as well as gaining practical application of engineering skills.
• Conduct root cause analysis
• Participate in various training programs
• Participate in Continuous Improvement Program by suggesting changes in routines, personnel, equipment improvement, and process improvement
• Follow plant and local Safety Policies, including the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment. Maintain an awareness of plant environmental standards. Takes corrective action to address minor problems or reports compliance issues to the appropriate department for resolution

Who we are looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering preferred; a two-year degree in related field with some experience will also be considered
• Prior manufacturing exposure a plus
• Willingness to travel to other locations during the training program
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written
• Ability and desire to work in a fast-paced environment with 24-hour operations

Work Environment

• Role operates in a manufacturing environment with moving mechanical equipment, inclement weather, heat, humidity, elevated noise levels, and dusty conditions.

What We Have to Offer

• Competitive base salary
• Highly competitive benefits programs
• 401k retirement savings plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions

No search firms please.

External candidates must be able to work in the US without sponsorship.

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Employer Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled

About the Company:
Heidelberg Materials US, Inc.