Electrical Production Engineer

Dow•Orange, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Dow, we believe in putting people first and we’re passionate about delivering integrity, respect and safety to our customers, our employees and the planet. Our people are at the heart of our solutions. They reflect the communities we live in and the world where we do business. Their diversity is our strength. We’re a community of relentless problem solvers that offers the daily opportunity to contribute with your perspective, transform industries and shape the future. Our purpose is simple - to deliver a sustainable future for the world through science and collaboration. If you’re looking for a challenge and meaningful role, you’re in the right place. Dow has an exciting opportunity for an Electrical Production Engineer located in Orange, TX. About you and this role: The Electrical Production Engineer, as part of Dow Sabine Operations, is responsible for the optimization, troubleshooting, and design of a wide variety of electrical equipment. This involves time in the field ensuring that the installed electrical equipment contributes to safe, environmentally sound, reliable, and profitable operations.

Requirements

A minimum of a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
A minimum of 3 years relevant experience.
Ability to understand electrical one-line diagrams, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
A minimum requirement for this U.S. based position is the ability to work legally in the United States.
No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position, including for any type of U.S. permanent residency (green card) process.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated industry experience with power systems as an Electrical Engineer.
Work experience in operating units/plants/facilities and awareness of surroundings from a safety and environmental point of view.
Able to meet the following physical demands of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations: Lift, push, and pull up to 55 lbs. Work at heights, climbs stairs and ladders. Wear all required personal protective equipment, such as earplugs, goggles, and steel-toed shoes. Work in an area of intense or continuous noise. Work in an area with hazardous materials. Perform frequent bending, reaching, and lifting. Stand or walk for extended periods of time. This role does involve elevated work greater than or equal to four feet above the ground. Must be able to wear and use personal protective equipment (PPE), including harnesses with a total weight capacity of 300lbs. (This typically accommodates individuals who weigh 285 or less).
Proficiency using electrical modeling software for short-circuit, load flow, coordination, and arc-flash studies.
Ability to work with a wide variety of personnel at different levels of engineering, design, maintenance, and management.
Ability to work with internal customers as well as suppliers and repair facilities of electrical equipment.
Good interpersonal skills.
Ability to communicate effectively and clearly in both written and verbal form for the purpose of instructing others in technical matters and obtaining cooperation from various personnel.
Problem solving / troubleshooting of electrical systems.
Knowledge of electrical and industry standards and Area Electrical Classification standards (NESC, NFPA, NEC, IEEE and NETA).
Knowledge of SKM Modeling, System Studies, and Coordination.

Responsibilities

Provide competent coverage for issues concerning low, medium, and high voltage electrical systems including switch gear, motor control centers, transformers, VFD’s, UPS Systems, DC Systems, and electrical safety.
Maintain close contact with operations, maintenance, engineering, and project development to identify and implement electrical equipment repairs and reliability improvements.
Develop initial scope, design, and specifications for industrial electrical systems such as motors, breakers, relays, generators, substations, buses, starters, transformers, and other industrial electrical equipment (480V to 138kV).
Monitor system performance, capabilities, load flow, and anomalies and develop recommendations for improvements to reliability and capability.
Provide technical support for large, medium voltage generators, excitation and protection systems.
Assist in developing maintenance scopes and planning for major generator turn-arounds.
Provide technical support for electrical equipment maintenance and repairs.
Initiate and implement small projects to improve reliability and capabilities of electrical systems.
Coordinate larger projects for new or replacement equipment among engineering, maintenance, and operations.
Oversee commissioning, startup assistance, and support of electrical systems with maintenance personnel.
Serve as an electrical technology expert liaison between project engineers, plant maintenance, and operations personnel.
Supports and interfaces with business teams to maintain and improve electrical reliability while reducing maintenance costs.
Provides technical expertise to plant personnel on troubleshooting failures, repairs, and evaluating whether equipment is designed to meet its intended or existing service conditions.

Benefits

Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives.
Benefits and programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social well-being, to help you get the care you need...when you need it.
Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning, and educational resources to help you achieve your long term financial-goals.
Employee stock purchase programs (availability varies depending on location).
Student Debt Retirement Savings Match Program (U.S. only). Dow will take the value of monthly student debt payments and apply them as if they are contributions to the Employees’ Savings Plan (401(k)), helping employees reach the Company match.
Robust medical and life insurance packages that offer a variety of coverage options to meet your individual needs. Travel insurance is also available in certain countries/locations.
Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring, work experiences, community involvement and team building.
Workplace culture empowering role-based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs.
Competitive yearly vacation allowance.
Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non-birthing, including adoptive and foster parents).
Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured.
Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group’s (ERG) participation.
Wellbeing Portal for all Dow employees, our one-stop shop to promote wellbeing, empowering employees to take ownership of their entire wellbeing journey.
On-site fitness facilities to help stay healthy and active (availability varies depending on location).
Employee discounts for online shopping, cinema tickets, gym memberships and more.
Additionally, some of our locations might offer: Transportation allowance (availability varies depending on location) Meal subsidiaries/vouchers (availability varies depending on location) Carbon-neutral transportation incentives e.g. bike to work (availability varies depending on location)