Lead Specialist - I&E

Energy Transfer•Teague, TX

About The Position

The Lead I&E Specialist is responsible for the support of I&E operations as it applies to daily activities and associated projects for assigned locations within the Division. Will be responsible for the reliability, performance, and safe operation of power generation assets and associated medium-voltage electrical equipment. Provides hands-on technical support for dual-drive units and partners with project teams to scope and design medium- and high-voltage infrastructure upgrades and new builds. The I&E Specialist’s responsibilities include technical support, training, project development and execution, O&M and Capital budget support and management, as well as support of corporate initiatives/projects.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and 6+ years of relevant work experience
Possess excellent knowledge of safety procedures and regulatory requirements associated with electrical systems and rotating equipment in the natural gas industry.
Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills and excellent human relations skills.
Must be highly motivated and able to work with minimum supervision.
Must be organized and able to effectively schedule, establish priorities and plan efficiently.
Work in a functional team with peers geographically dispersed across the Division.
Interface with management and field personnel to ensure uniformity and continuity and to promote customer service.
Operational and theoretical understanding of low, medium, & high voltage electrical systems.
Possess knowledge of electrical system requirements related to NFPA 70B, EEE, etc.
Incumbent is subject to call out 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and extended workdays and/or workweeks.
Required to carry a cell phone and is subject to 24-hr/day callout at any time for emergency response.
Ability to travel is required and may be extensive, at times.
Candidate must have a proven safe driving record.
Work areas include industrial/manufacturing settings, which may include exposure to various materials and chemicals, as well as extreme temperature conditions and loud machinery, and require appropriate personal protective equipment be worn.

Responsibilities

Trouble shooting and maintaining electrical equipment within compressor stations, plants, and liquid pipeline systems.
Develops or modifies protection relay logic to meet changes in electrical equipment or equipment operating conditions.
Provide training as needed for local I&E’s and operations/maintenance personnel.
Oversee the installation, commissioning, inspection, maintenance and troubleshooting of Medium Voltage Systems, Motors, Motor Control Systems, Switch Gear, Reduction Gear Drives, Transformers and Process Control Systems for natural gas compressor units.
The Division’s subject matter expert for Motors, Low/Medium/High Voltage Power Systems and Switch Gear.Provide advance trouble-shooting and operational support for dual-drive configurations (electrical/ mechanical integration, controls, interlocks, protection coordination, change management)
Work with Engineering and Construction to assure effective design, installation, start-up and operation of electrical and control systems.
Audit facilities and projects to ensure compliance with Company standards, policies and practices, and governmental and industry codes.
Oversee the planning of and provide Controls, Motor, Electronics & Electrical discipline training and skill verification sign off.
Assists area teams in the development of O&M and Capital projects related to natural gas compression equipment to include A.) Identification of Projects, B.) Project Justification, C.) Project prioritizing and work scopes, D.) Project Management, E.) Project Commissioning
Utilize comprehensive, systematic and integrated approach using various maintenance and operational elements such as preventative maintenance, predictive maintenance, condition monitoring, performance monitoring and root cause failure analysis to develop, execute and evaluate company's asset management program.
Work with vendors and contractors on scheduling maintenance, warranty and equipment performance issues.
Able to use diagnostic equipment and provide troubleshooting expertise to field teams as required.
Review and approve lock out tag out and project work plans for electrical systems associated with natural gas compressors and auxiliary equipment.
Equipment specs and bid evaluations (switchgear, transformers, relays, generators, controls integration)
Protection coordination approach + relay settings philosophy
Arc-flash / labeling inputs and mitigation recommendations, commissioning checklists, energization plans, and turnover packages
Reliability dashboards, RCA reports, and corrective action plans