Plant Electrical Engineer

Job Description 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 Required What We're Looking For 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. About Us Hesitant to apply because you may not meet every specific requirement? If this role is something you are interested in, but your previous experience doesn’t exactly align, we encourage you to apply! At Worthington Steel we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We recognize that individuals with diverse experiences and backgrounds are essential to our success. You may be the perfect candidate for this role or others within our organization. Worthington Steel (NYSEWS) is a metals processor that partners with customers to deliver highly technical and customized solutions. Wor