Electrical Engineer - Sterilization Operations

Electrical Engineer - Sterilization Operations Location: Spartanburg, SC (Onsite) Employment: Full-time Kelaca is partnering with a client in Spartanburg, SC to hire an experienced Electrical Engineer to support an in-house sterilization capability built around advanced irradiation equipment. This role is for an engineer who will become the subject matter expert for that equipment - making sure it runs safely, reliably, and consistently so products are processed right the first time. The Opportunity Help stand up and run a new, in-house electron-beam sterilization line. You'll be the go-to electrical/controls expertwho keeps complex irradiation and material-handling equipment running safely, reliably, and efficiently-while partnering with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, and Safety. Impact You'll Own Turn a sophisticated e-beam sterilization system into a dependable production asset. Configure and optimize SCADA-based production orders to meet strict quality and regulatory expectations. Drive uptime, throughput, and right-first-time processing through robust process controls and fast, methodicaltroubleshooting. What You'll DoSterilization operations & process control Set up/adjust daily production orders for sterilization and conveyors in SCADA. Confi gure dosimetry, process parameters, and equipment settings to achieve validated sterilization levels. Monitor trends and process data; identify deviations and drive corrective actions. Technical ownership Serve as SME for the electron-beam accelerator and conveyor systems. Maintain electrical/controls documentation and change control. Diagnose complex faults using appropriate tools (e.g., multimeter, oscilloscope) and support the maintenance team on tough issues. Quality, regulatory & safety Operate with a safety-first mindset; comply with EH&S and radiation safety requirements. Support ISO 9001 certification and sterilization-relevant standards (e.g., ISO 11137, ISO/ASTM 51261). Partner with Quality Engineering on investigations and CAPAs. Improvement & projects Lead/execute equipment and process improvement initiatives to increase reliability and throughput. Manage projects with suppliers/contractors from concept through implementation. Track emerging e-beam/x-ray technologies and apply relevant upgrades. Cross-functional partnership Collaborate daily with Operations on planning and operator support. Align with Supply Chain to meet demand/lead-time targets. Provide technical input to R&D/NPD for trials and process changes. What You Bring Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or related discipline (or equivalent practical experience). Extensive experience in industrial/manufacturing electrical & controls roles within regulated environments. Hands-on commissioning, configuration, and troubleshooting of complex automation/controls systems. Proficiency with SCADA and familiarity with ERP/enterprise systems for production data. Working knowledge of ISO 9001; experience with sterilization standards (ISO 11137, ISO/ASTM 51261) is a strongplus. Solid project management skills across installation, validation, troubleshooting, and maintenance. Nice to Have Experience with high-energy irradiation systems (electron-beam or X-ray) in controlled environments. Background in nuclear/defense or other safety-critical systems. Operating Environment Onsite in a highly regulated manufacturing setting; split time between control room/office and plant floor. Standard daytime hours with fl exibility for commissioning, planned maintenance, and critical issue resolution. Why This Role Be the primary electrical/controls authority for a strategically important facility. Direct, measurable impact on Safety, Quality, Cost, and Delivery. Exposure to advanced sterilization technologies and complex automation. Competitive compensation; relocation support available for the right candidate. Next Step Curious to learn more? Share your resume via Kelaca to start a confidential conversation about the role and yourexperience.

Created: 2026-03-04