Principal Electrical Engineer
Altria · Richmond · $119,600–$173,450 (stated in the posting)
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U.S. Smokeless Tobacco Company is seeking a results driven Manufacturing Engineer to join our Packaging Engineering team in Richmond, VA.
As the Principal Manufacturing Engineer I, you will support Maintenance and Engineering operations across our high-impact packaging facility. You will ensure that operations, maintenance, safety, and cost objectives are consistently met in a multi-shift, 7-day operation within a highly regulated (FDA) environment.
What you will be doing:
- Lead and execute capital equipment and facility projects from concept development through design, installation, commissioning, qualification, and turnover.
- Develop electrical designs, specifications, scopes of work, cost estimates, schedules, and implementation plans that meet business, operational, safety, and regulatory requirements.
- Provide senior-level electrical engineering support, design reviews, and technical guidance to engineers and project managers across the group.
- Review vendor and OEM electrical designs, drawings, calculations, equipment specifications, and submittals to verify technical quality, code compliance, maintainability, and alignment with site standards.
- Serve as the site subject-matter expert for electrical equipment safety and compliance with applicable electrical codes, standards, and company requirements.
- Provide technical leadership for facility electrical systems, including electrical distribution, power and controls infrastructure, grounding, hazardous-area requirements, and related utility systems.
- Provide engineering oversight and technical support for explosion suppression equipment and other asset-preservation systems that protect personnel, facilities, and manufacturing assets.
- Partner with Maintenance, Operations, Safety, Facilities, Procurement, and external engineering resources to resolve complex electrical issues, manage project risks, and deliver reliable, compliant solutions.
- Support troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, reliability improvements, and lifecycle planning for electrical equipment and facility systems.
- Establish and maintain electrical engineering standards, specifications, documentation, and technical practices for use across projects and the facility.
- Drive compliance with respect to fixed asset management
- Work within an integrated work system environment to grow and support continuous improvement culture and processes
What we want you to have:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering required.
- 10+ years of relevant experience.
- Proven track record in multiple-discipline engineering project management within a manufacturing environment.
- Experience with packaging equipment, vision systems, product traceability and MES systems preferred.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Must be able to safely perform the duties within a general office area and all areas of the manufacturing environment as well as have the ability to climb, crawl, kneel, and walk in manufacturing areas.
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The Salary Range for this position is: $119,600.00 - $173,450.00. |
Why You’ll Love Building Your Career at Altria
At Altria, we believe a great career starts with feeling supported — both at work and in life. Here’s what you’ll find here:
- Own your time — start with 15 days of paid time off, 13 paid holidays, and a 37.5-hour workweek so you can recharge and live fully.
- A place where you belong — where your ideas are welcomed, your growth is encouraged, and your impact is real.
- Get recognized for your work — annual merit increases and performance bonus.
- A future you can count on — 401(k) matching from day one; plus Deferred Profit Sharing, an annual company contribution in an amount equal to 13%–17% of your base salary.
- Help with your goals — get help with student loan repayment assistance, attend a conference, or gain a new certification with professional development stipends.
- Support for what matters most — comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
- Celebrating your milestones — paid parental and bonding leave for life’s biggest moments.
- Wellness that goes beyond work — programs that care for your whole well-being at whatever stage you are in your life.
- A culture that gives back — paid volunteer days and a shared commitment to making a difference.
At Altria, we offer more than benefits — we offer a career that fits your life, rewards your ambition, and celebrates your impact.
This position is not eligible for sponsorship.