Electrical Engineer

Tessenderlo Kerley•Phoenix, AZ

11d

About The Position

The Electrical Engineer designs electrical systems for industrial chemical facilities and supports existing chemical plant operations. Design work includes power distribution, schematics, wiring diagrams, equipment layouts, and detailed installation designs. The role also reviews and creates drawings, reviews specification sheets, sizes equipment for plant projects, and evaluates code requirements at operating facilities. Working with other engineering disciplines, the Electrical Engineer contributes to project proposals and scope definition, develops plans and specifications for projects, supports plant troubleshooting and startups, and communicates with clients, consultants, project personnel, and inspecting authorities. The position involves travel to project sites and plant turnarounds, with travel expected 20–25% of the time.

Requirements

Electrical Engineering degree from an accredited university.
Knowledge of electrical design fundamentals.
Engineering and design experience with power-delivery systems in the chemical and/or industrial sectors, including grounding, lighting, wiring, schematics, panel layouts, heat trace, cable schedules, and cable tray.
Ability to work within project scope and ensure project work meets required codes while preventing scope creep.
Ability to work efficiently and make decisions in a timely manner.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills, including communicating technical concepts to people outside the electrical engineering discipline.
Ability to take direction from the department manager and proceed with minimal support.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Working knowledge of NFPA 496, 497, 655, 70B, 70E, and IECC.
Ability to lead and direct contractors on project work.
Ability to work collaboratively and contribute to a positive team environment.
Ability to follow facility safety guidelines.
Ability to manage multiple project timelines effectively.
Willingness to travel 20–25% of the time.

Nice To Haves

AutoCAD experience.
Navisworks (Freedom) experience.
Knowledge of Siemens PCS-7, OPTO 22, and APACS systems.
Knowledge of how to use ETAP or equivalent software for models and studies, including power design, short-circuit analysis, and arc-flash studies.

Responsibilities

Design electrical systems for industrial chemical facilities, including power distribution, schematics, wiring diagrams, equipment layouts, and installation details.
Review and create drawings, review specification sheets, size equipment for plant projects, and review code requirements for operating facilities.
Perform short-circuit analysis, arc-flash studies, and power studies for existing facilities and new projects.
Review and redline P&IDs, one-lines, specification sheets, and equipment drawings.
Assist senior staff in developing project proposals and attend client meetings to define project scope and review design-development documents.
Troubleshoot signal and electrical problems and assist local I&E technicians with design changes and plant additions.
Travel onsite to prepare and execute project work.
Develop electrical plans and specifications for small, medium-sized, and complex projects with minimal supervision.
Size wiring, transformers, cables, feeders, and ELOR settings and calculations.
Review specification sheets for I&E portions of larger plant-expansion projects.
Develop capital and expense budgets for projects of varying sizes.
Select and specify electrical system components, including motor control centers, switchgear, and transformers.
Develop DCS control-system designs and layouts.
Provide engineering guidance to support safe and successful startups.
Help develop turnaround project schedules and work onsite during plant turnarounds and startups implementing electrical and instrumentation projects.
Communicate with clients, consultants, project personnel, inspecting authorities, and colleagues from other engineering disciplines.
Lead and direct contractors on project work and follow facility safety guidelines.
Manage multiple project timelines and keep design work within project scope and applicable codes.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage with low employee premiums.
401(k) plan with dollar-for-dollar matching on the first 5% of employee contributions.
Year-end company retirement contribution of up to 4% of annual base salary.
Short-term incentive awards based on measured performance criteria.
Life insurance equal to 2x annual base salary.
Paid vacation, sick time, and 10 paid holidays per year.
Tuition reimbursement of up to $5,000 per calendar year.
Adoption assistance with up to $7,500 in reimbursement assistance.
Business travel life and accident insurance.
Flexible spending account.
Telemedicine program for employees and dependents.
Long-term disability insurance.
Company referral program.
Work/life balance.
Learning and development opportunities.
Community involvement and outreach.