Electrical / Electronic Engineer at Reliable Steel & Plastic Industries Limited

Reliable Steel & Plastic Industry Limited was incorporated on April 28th, 1998. We have been committed to providing the best quality products to our customers since its inception. Apart from the outstanding service that is provided, consumers are sure to be completely satisfied with the end product. Reliable Plastic promises to use only quality material for your product. Everything is done in-house with the company and therefore is your one-stop shop for product manufacturing.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Electrical / Electronic Engineer

Location: Onitsha, Anambra
Reports To: Head of Engineering 

Job Summary

• We are seeking a skilled and experienced Electrical Engineer with a strong background in plastic manufacturing to join our team. 
• The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and improving electrical systems and equipment used in the production of plastic products. 
• This role is critical to ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of all electrical systems across the facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the design, installation, and maintenance of electrical control systems, equipment, and machinery in a plastic manufacturing environment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical issues affecting production equipment, including injection molding machines, extrusion lines, thermoforming units, and robotic systems.
• Develop and implement preventative and predictive maintenance programs to minimize downtime and optimize equipment performance.
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers, production teams, and maintenance personnel to ensure seamless plant operations.
• Program, calibrate, and maintain PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and other automation control devices.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, electrical codes, and company policies (OSHA, NEC, NFPA 70E, etc.).
• Lead electrical aspects of capital projects, including the installation of new equipment or retrofitting existing systems.
• Conduct energy audits and suggest improvements for energy efficiency and cost reduction.
• Maintain accurate documentation including schematics, manuals, and maintenance logs.
• Train and mentor junior electrical technicians and support staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in an electrical engineering role within a plastic manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems, motor controls, and automated machinery.
• Proficient in PLC programming (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, or similar) and industrial automation.
• Familiarity with thermoplastics processes (injection molding, blow molding, extrusion, etc.) is a must.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and electrical schematics.
• Certification in electrical safety or related field is an advantage (e.g., Licensed Professional Engineer, OSHA 30).

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with SCADA systems, robotics, and IoT in manufacturing.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Project management experience.

Working Conditions:

• Primarily plant floor and manufacturing environment.
• May require occasional evening or weekend work to support production needs or project deadlines.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.

Salary
N300,000 - N350,000 Monthly.

Application Closing Date
22nd May, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: reliablesteelplastic@gmail.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.