Plant Electrical Engineer
The CPI Group, LLCColumbus, Mississippi, United States
Posted March 20, 2026
70000 - 100000 USD
Full Time
About the Company
The CPI Group, LLC, headquartered in Columbus, Mississippi, has been delivering award‑winning HR solutions and staffing services since 1983. The company specializes in recruiting, human‑resources management, and staff‑development training, helping organizations attract, develop, and retain talent that drives profitability. By combining deep industry expertise with customized talent‑management strategies, CPI offers clients cost‑effective workforce solutions that improve productivity and reduce turnover. Its reputation for measurable results and a client‑centric approach differentiates it as a trusted partner for businesses looking to optimize their human‑capital investment.
Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled Plant Electrical Engineer to support the critical commissioning and startup of our greenfield facility.
Requirements
- Provide hands-on engineering leadership during commissioning and startup
- Troubleshoot complex equipment issues and optimize process control logic to minimize downtime
- Oversee and coordinate external contractors for electrical installations, repairs, and capital upgrades
- Act as the subject matter expert (SME) for medium- and low-voltage power distribution systems, motor control centers (MCCs), and plant instrumentation
- Support programming, troubleshooting, and optimization of PLC systems (Rockwell, Siemens) and HMI platforms (FactoryTalk/RSView, Ignition)
- Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs), as well as repair and rebuild standards for the electrical maintenance team
- Manage the full lifecycle of electrical capital projects, including design (P&IDs), budgeting, execution, commissioning, and handoff
- Identify and implement opportunities to improve equipment reliability, reduce operating costs, and enhance labor efficiency
- Provide support during production demands, planned shutdowns, and emergency situations
Benefits
- Full time with benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) Matching
