Lead Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer

The Role: 

As the Lead I&E Engineer, reporting to the Maintenance Manager, you will be responsible to execute and provide technical support for projects with scopes that impact significant plant areas, intertwined with multiple technical disciplines.  These include Capital Projects and Plant Improvements/initiatives.  Additionally, you will provide I&E technical support to all areas of the plant, striving for continual improvements in plant safety, efficiency, and quality.  You will also own the functional safety program when it comes to creation of/maintaining critical instrument PM’s in SAP, critical instrument operating procedures, and critical instrument sheet.  

How You Will Make an Impact:

Plant I&E Support

• Provide engineering support for day-to-day troubleshooting and plant improvements throughout the plant.
• Provide plant support as a subject matter expert in electrical & instrumentation discipline.
• Provide technical support to site incident investigations, PHA’s, MOC’s, Kaisen Events, process improvement initiatives, and equipment improvement initiatives as required.
• In all support work, promote and ensure compliance with safety standards and safe work practices.
• Subject matter expert in the functional safety program on site (PM generation)

Capital Project – I&E Support

• Support Capital projects as assigned.  I&E focused areas in project execution will encompass all phases, from conception to close-out, including Scope Development, Cost Estimation, Justification and CAR, Schedule Development and Maintenance, Engineering & Design, Procurement, Construction, Commissioning, and Start-up.
• Ensure that all affected Operating Groups are involved in all phases of a project, particularly in the critical Scope Development phase.  Provide clear and timely communication to affected parties on project status, progress, and issues.
• Ensure that safety considerations are properly addressed and resolved through Safety Review meetings and PHA/MOC’s as appropriate.
• Ensure that environmental concerns are addressed and resolved.
• Ensure that project execution meets or exceeds industry and company technical standards.
• Ensure close adherence to project budget and schedule and communicate issues promptly.
• Ensure that all Project Close-out items are properly completed, including Training, Preventive Maintenance Implementation, and Project Documentation.
   

Engineering Department Support

• As a subject matter expert, lead the maintenance and continual improvement of department standards and practices.
• Review and maintain Engineering Department procedures, standards, and documentation.
• Provide support for developing and maintaining department priorities and resource allocation.
• Effectively lead and motivate multifunctional teams engaging people acting as a role model.
• Responsible Care Management System (RC14001) Responsibilities and Authority
• Practice Responsible Care through active participation in the Responsible Care Management System and adhere to the Guiding Principles of Responsible Care. 

Creating Extraordinary Starts With:

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering required. Advanced business, management, or engineering degree preferred
• Minimum 10 years of Instrumentation or Electrical Engineering experience in Process Industry
• Strong MS-Excel, MS-Word and database skills
• Working knowledge of OSHA PSM standards
• Strong Troubleshooting Skills

What We Value:

We strive for all employees to nurture physical, mental and emotional health both personally and professionally. Our commitment to health and wellness centers around prevention, early detection and embracing a healthy lifestyle. Some offerings may vary by role or region, but may include:

• Physical Health benefits including competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision packages, company contribution to Health Savings Account, cash incentive for Annual Physical and reimbursement 

• Financial Wellness opportunities including company paid life insurance and disability plans, 401(k) Retirement Plan with generous company match, and certified Financial Planning & Investment services 

• Mental Health benefits including generous Paid Time Off and 10 Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Bonding Leave, and much more!