Plant Electrical Engineer

We are seeking an Electrical Engineer with strong hands-on troubleshooting skills and experience supporting day-to-day operations in a chemical manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate can quickly diagnose electrical issues in the field, mentor I&E technicians, communicate effectively with Operations and Maintenance, and lead small-to-medium engineering projects from concept through detailed design (via internal work or external engineering firms). This position provides a growth path within a fast-growing company backed by a multi-billion-dollar investment firm.

About the Role

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsibilities

• Operations & Maintenance Support
• Provide daily field support for troubleshooting electrical equipment, including motors, MCCs, VFDs, lighting systems, breaker coordination, transformers, protection relays, switches, UPS/backup systems, and low/medium-voltage distribution.
• Serve as technical authority for electricians and I&E technicians; provide coaching, training, and guidance on best practices and troubleshooting methods.
• Lead or participate in root cause investigations for electrical equipment failures and operational upsets.
• Support turnarounds, outages, and equipment commissioning activities.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
• Communicate clearly with Operations, Maintenance, EHS, Reliability, Supply Chain, and leadership regarding equipment conditions, risks, and recommended actions.
• Prepare concise technical summaries and recommendations for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Coordinate with OEMs, vendors, and third-party specialists during troubleshooting, repairs, and inspections.
• Engineering & Project Support
• Develop scopes of work, engineering specifications, one-line diagrams, load studies, panel schedules, and cable/conduit sizing for small capital projects and reliability improvements.
• Oversee and manage external engineering firms (EPC/E&I) during detailed engineering phases—review drawings, calculations, studies, and ensure compliance with company standards and industry codes.
• Review and approve vendor electrical packages and ensure compatibility with existing plant systems.
• Support construction and installation activities; verify quality of work and perform field inspections.
• Electrical Reliability & Compliance
• Participate actively in PSM processes including MOC, Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSR), Incident Investigations, and Process Hazard Analysis follow-ups.
• Support the development and implementation of electrical reliability programs (infrared inspections, breaker maintenance, relay testing, motor testing, etc.).
• Analyze operating data to identify equipment degradation and recommend preventive and predictive actions.
• Ensure compliance with NFPA 70, NFPA 70E, NEC, IEEE, ISA, API, and applicable OSHA regulations.
• Maintain and update electrical system documentation (one-lines, schematics, equipment databases).

Qualifications

• 5 – 15 years of experience as an Electrical Engineer
• Four-year degree in an engineering discipline, Electrical strongly preferred.
• Industry/Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience with low- and medium-voltage systems required; high-voltage experience preferred.
• Demonstrated experience supporting PSM-regulated units strongly preferred.

Required Skills

• Strong computer skills and proficient with internet, email, and Microsoft Office programs.
• Strong field troubleshooting ability in a chemical or heavy industrial environment.
• Strong understanding of arc flash studies, breaker coordination, and electrical safety programs.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-moving, team environment.
• Ability to analyze complex technical issues and develop engineering solutions.
• Ability to lead, coach, and mentor technicians and junior engineers.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with all levels of the organization.
• Ability to balance urgent operational needs with longer-term reliability and project work.
• Experience with SKM, ETAP, AutoCAD, or similar tools preferred.
• Familiarity with industry codes standards including NEC, IEEE, IEC.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with SKM, ETAP, AutoCAD, or similar tools preferred.
• Familiarity with industry codes standards including NEC, IEEE, IEC.