Electrical Engineer

Ascend Performance Materials • Alvin, TX

39d • Onsite

About The Position

Ascend Performance Materials is a global leader in high-performance chemicals, fibers and plastics, committed to enhancing quality of life through innovation. With fully integrated manufacturing facilities across North America, Europe, and Asia, we develop essential solutions that drive safer vehicles, cleaner energy, advanced medical devices, and durable consumer goods. Guided by a strong focus on safety, sustainability, and customer success, we operate responsibly while delivering value through cutting-edge technologies and industry expertise. Join our team and be part of a collaborative environment where your work drives meaningful global impact. As a key member of the Chocolate Bayou M&R organization, the Electrical Reliability Engineer will have strategic responsibility for improving the reliability performance of electrical distribution equipment (480V to 161kV). The continuous improvement of PdM, PM, and corrective maintenance practices for high and medium voltage distribution equipment is the core accountability for this role. The ideal candidate is a leader who exhibits high standards and expectations for excellence with a history of effectively and efficiently applying technical expertise and best practices in reliability engineering to plant opportunities. There is currently an opportunity to define an overall strategic approach for the high and medium voltage equipment, which will require the individual to set the direction and influence others to manage the program to the standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering
• 3+ years of experience in the chemical or petrochemical industry
• Understanding of continuous operations in a PSM-covered chemical plant
• Experience with high/medium voltage switchgear and protective relay systems
• Training and experience in RCFA and FMEA methodologies

Nice To Haves

• CMRP or similar Reliability certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Ownership of long-term plan to support OEE and capacity improvements for distribution equipment, including capex requirements
• Develop and Implement PdM/PM strategies and benchmark Reliability & Maintenance Practices, including robust Bad Actor programs and critical equipment reliability strategies
• Management of Asset Health for critical distribution equipment
• Technical Expertise: Experience in high voltage systems of various technologies
• Support of infrastructure improvement plans, including transformers, substations and electrical feeders
• Support capital projects through design assistance and installation/startup guidance
• Knowledge of applicable code requirements, including PSM, NFPA70E, NEC, and NESC
• Leadership: Overall ownership of HV/MV PdM & PM programs and analysis of data collected
• Provide technical expertise and leadership to high/medium voltage technicians
• Assist in identifying opportunities for training and development of high/medium voltage technicians

Benefits

• access to on-site medical clinics at our U.S. facilities
• a global wellness rewards program
• Performance Matters, an employee-driven recognition plan
• Ascend Cares Foundation, led by Ascend employees, supports Ascend families in times of need, provides inspiring opportunities for community engagement and facilitates community leadership.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior