Plant Electrical Engineer

Why This Role Matters

As a Plant Electrical Engineer at Worthington Steel, you'll work directly with production equipment and automation systems to improve reliability, safety, and performance. This is a highly visible, hands-on role where you'll partner with operations and maintenance teams to solve problems, drive improvements, and make an immediate impact on the business.

Whether you're an early-career engineer or someone with hands-on electrical, controls, or automation experience, this is an opportunity to grow your technical expertise and build a long-term career with an industry leader.

Why Join Worthington Steel

• Hands-on impact from day one
• Exposure to Industry 4.0 technologies and advanced manufacturing
• Strong mentorship and technical development opportunities
• Collaborative, team-oriented culture
• Opportunities to advance into senior engineering and leadership roles
• Stable company with a people-first mindset and long-term growth opportunities

What You'll Do

• Troubleshoot and support electrical and control systems across production lines
• Work with PLCs, drives, motors, sensors, and industrial automation equipment
• Partner with maintenance and operations teams to resolve equipment issues and improve performance
• Lead and support reliability and continuous improvement initiatives
• Assist with capital projects, equipment upgrades, and process improvements
• Identify opportunities to improve safety, efficiency, and equipment uptime

What We're Looking For

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering OR equivalent hands-on experience in industrial electrical, controls, or automation environments
• Understanding of electrical systems, controls, automation, or industrial equipment
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Desire to work in a hands-on manufacturing environment

Preferred

• Experience with PLCs (Allen-Bradley preferred), drives, HMIs, or industrial controls
• Manufacturing experience through internships, co-ops, military service, or previous roles
• Experience troubleshooting electrical or automation systems

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and profit sharing
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) with company contributions
• Paid time off and wellness resources
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities
• A safe, stable, and team-oriented work environment

Why Worthington Steel

At Worthington Steel, our people are at the center of everything we do. We foster a collaborative, safety-focused culture where employees are empowered to make a difference, solve meaningful challenges, and continuously improve.

When you join Worthington Steel, you're joining a company known for innovation, operational excellence, and investing in its people. You'll work alongside experienced professionals who are committed to helping you learn, grow, and succeed.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement savings programs, paid time off, wellness resources, and profit-sharing opportunities. Our commitment to employee development, community involvement, and a people-first culture makes Worthington Steel a place where careers thrive.

If you're looking for a role where you can contribute immediately, develop valuable technical expertise, and build a rewarding future with a company that values its people, we'd love to hear from you.