Electrical Engineer

SABIC - Saudi Basic Industries Corp.•Mount Vernon, IN

10d

About The Position

The Electrical Engineer is a critical role responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable electrical infrastructure and equipment for the Ultem chemical operations and compounding plants. This position is responsible for designing, maintaining, and improving electrical systems, automation, and control equipment to ensure high reliability for equipment protection and maximum uptime for production. This position requires a strong technical background in an engineering discipline, as well as excellent analytical and interpersonal skills.

Requirements

BS in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology (or related field)
At least 3- 5 years’ experience in an electrical/operations/industrial engineering position preferred
Excellent analytical and interpersonal skills
Ability to work with high reliability and self-reliance
In-depth understanding of electrical engineering, electrical equipment, VFDs, controls, and instrumentation
Ability to inspire and guide others toward identifying and achieving vision and goals
Demonstrated ability to meet program and/or operating plan
Knowledge and experience in the use of SAP for electrical equipment maintenance administration
Demonstrated ability to work cross-collaboratively with site support teams/functions
Regular, predictable attendance is an essential function of this position. Applicants must be regularly available and willing to work Monday – Friday during assigned hours of operation and such other hours as the company determines are necessary or desirable to meet business needs.

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred

Responsibilities

Provide technical support for the design, maintenance, troubleshooting, and upgrading of electrical systems and instrumentation within a chemical environment.
Collaborate with production, maintenance, process engineering, and project teams to integrate electrical solutions into manufacturing operations.
Oversee the electrical maintenance program, including PM/PdM schedules, critical spare sourcing, inspections, panel labeling, and documentation updates. Interface with site infrastructure team for coordination of work across ownership boundaries of the site/unit electrical systems.
Serve as the in-house expert for drive configurations, variable frequency drives (VFDs), AC/DC drives, and control systems.
Serve as the subject-matter-expert on the root-cause analysis on electrical equipment failures, ensuring corrective actions are implemented to prevent recurrence.
Lead/consult on electrical engineering projects from conception to commissioning. This includes developing scope, estimating costs, creating specifications, and managing contractors.
Champion the electrical safety program, including arc flash studies, relay coordination, lockout/tagout procedures, and electrical safety training for technicians.
Participate in process safety management activities including process hazard analyses, and management of change reviews.
Own and oversee a 5-year to 10-year Capital Maintenance Plan electrical improvements and strategies.
Ensure compliance with electrical codes and safety regulations, including permitting, inspections, documentation, and adherence to industry standards.