Power Systems Engineer

Power Systems Engineer

Join America's favorite family bakery since 1934-home of Little Debbie, Drake's Cakes, and Sunbelt Bakery Granola Bars. Work with legacy brands that bring smiles to faces nationwide, including yours. You'll experience a culture committed to work-life balance, guaranteed time off, and supportive health and wellness offerings. Enjoy profit sharing, long-term job security, and a range of exciting career paths. When you join McKee Foods, you'll discover a better way to live and work.

Pay Grade
Pay grades 10, 11 or 13
$90,000 - $130,900 / year, depending on experience and qualifications
The base salary range represents the starting and expected pay for this position. Actual salaries may vary and in some cases may be higher with extensive experience and strong performance. This position is part of a career ladder that includes grades 10-14, indicating potential for advancement.

Location
10260 McKee Road, Collegedale TN 37315

Schedule
Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (flexible hours required to meet business needs)
Onsite

Job Summary
McKee Foods is seeking a skilled Power Systems Engineer to join the Corporate Electrical Engineering team. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following:

• Maintain SKM power system model used to document the power system, set protective devices, and calculate fault and incident energy levels for equipment and PPE selection
• Responsible for the design of facilities / systems power distribution infrastructure to support current and projected future loads
• Interface with Electric Utility for Rate, Interruption resolution and system reliability
• Support Plant Electrical Maintenance departments with power system operation and restoration
• Maintain power system PME meter server to provide real time and historical meter information for major power system loads
• Monitor and improve system reliability, load flow, and power quality
• Develop and implement energy management strategies to enhance efficiency and reduce costs
• Ensure compliance with electrical codes, safety regulations, and industry best practices
• Coordinate with maintenance and engineering teams for electrical system upgrades and troubleshooting
• Assist in the selection and integration of new power systems equipment
• Conduct failure analysis and recommend corrective actions
• Stay current with advancements in power systems engineering and emerging technologies
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
• 4-6+ years of experience in power systems engineering, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial setting
• Knowledge of National Electrical Code
• Strong understanding of electrical power distribution, protective relaying, and load management
• Proficiency in power system analysis software (e.g., ETAP, SKM, EasyPower)
• Experience with industrial automation and PLCs is a plus
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong communication skills and a team player

Preferred Qualifications

• Licensed PE (Professional Engineer)
• 8+ years of power systems engineering experience
• Experience with Modicon and Allen Bradley PLC programming
• Experience with Ignition HMI Software
• Experience with AB Panel View
• Experience with AutoCAD Electrical design software

Benefits

• Competitive weekly pay
• Profit-sharing cash bonus program
• 401(k) with matching contributions
• 25 days Paid Time Off (for vacation, holidays, sick time, personal time, etc.)
• Medical insurance, including health, dental, vision and prescription drug plan
• Supplemental plans, including life insurance
• Fully-paid parental leave
• Health Center and Pharmacy
• Tuition reimbursement
• Credit Union
• Exercise and recreation facility
• Wellness programs with incentives
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits (company-paid)

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer