Instrumentation/ Electrical Engineer

AdvanSix • Hopewell, VA

4d • $95,000 - $142,600 • Onsite

About The Position

The Instrumentation/ Electrical Engineer is responsible for E/I projects supporting the Maintenance and Reliability organization at the Hopewell Plant by applying Reliability Engineering principles, statistical data analysis and supporting work process. This is a fast-paced position that must thrive in a dynamic team environment.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience as a reliability engineer specializing in instrumentation and controls experience
• Experience in chemical/petrochemical plant maintenance and/or reliability engineering experience
• Knowledge of electrical design, selection, repair techniques and performance assessment
• Experience in electrical reliability (low and medium voltage electrical distribution equipment, VFD’s, motors and motor control systems)
• Knowledge in the use and application of predictive technologies (infrared, testing history, diagnostic software/systems)
• Familiarity/experience with Fault Current, Coordination and Arc Flash Studies.
• Experience using SAP work management system, Meridium, or similar system for reliability data collection and analysis
• Experience with National Electric Code, NFPA 70E and ISA standards
• Familiarity with safety procedures and requirements in a hazardous chemical environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational, leadership, and influencing skills
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals at all levels of an organization
• Demonstrated ability to incorporate safety into foundations of work activities
• Demonstrated ability to use influencing skills to accomplish goals and objectives
• Demonstrated ability to generate and implement work process improvements
• Ability to analyze complex technical issues and develop robust solutions
• Ability to manage multiple priorities
• Knowledgeable in repair and troubleshooting techniques for electrical and instrumentation equipment
• Familiarity with Lean and Six Sigma tools for business process improvement
• Demonstrated ability to be highly motivated, self-directed who can work with limited daily supervision or instruction
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Ability to work in various weather conditions in an industrial environment
• Ability to perform physical tasks in an industrial plant environment including, but not limited to climbing ladders and performing confined space entries

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field

Responsibilities

• Responsible for overseeing preventative and predictive maintenance programs for electrical equipment and controls
• Responsible for electrical oversight of activities generated by the Management of Change process
• Responsible for supporting Capital projects from design phase to startup
• Responsible for identifying and utilizing preferred equipment manufacturers, specialists, and consultants
• Inspection of new/repaired electrical equipment and making spare parts recommendations
• Provide technical assistance to the hourly E&I Technicians work group / contractors, as needed
• Provide guidance on new electrical equipment technology, plant standards and drawing updates
• Develop and implement Reliability and Maintenance procedures pertaining to electrical equipment
• Prepare Reliability Control Plans for critical equipment
• Preventive Maintenance, Predictive Maintenance, Operator Monitoring, Critical Repair activities, and Spare Parts bills of materials quality assurance
• Analyze failures and recommend corrective action
• Lead Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) teams and use lean principles to perform work
• Participate in Reliability-focused Failure Modes and Effects Analyses teams where appropriate
• Develop and implement reliability control plans for electrical systems as part of an ongoing asset risk management initiative
• Lead electrical equipment performance troubleshooting as requested/required
• Actively participate in plant safety programs and maintain a knowledge and understanding of Process Safety Management, OSHA requirements, and other safety standards
• Participate in all aspects of AdvanSix Operating Systems
• Other duties as required

Benefits

• competitive compensation
• health, dental, vision & wellness programs
• paid vacation
• 401K with company matching
• health savings programs
• disability & life insurance
• employee assistance program
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education, certifications, training, and development
• paid holidays
• eligibility to purchase company stock
• medical, dental and vision insurance
• flexible spending and health savings account eligibility
• employer-provided short term disability benefits
• eligibility to purchase long term disability benefits
• employer-provided basic life insurance
• eligibility to purchase voluntary life coverages

What This Job Offers

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