Senior Electrical Engineer

Dow Chemical•Freeport, NY

13h

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. About you and this role: Dow has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Electrical Engineer , located in Freeport, Texas . This design engineering role is filled by Electrical Engineers with an emphasis in Power. Responsibilities: Function as an Electrical Lead Engineer on medium to large projects, typically >$300M to $10MM Total Installed Cost (TIC). The projects will be located in plants in the US Gulf Coast (Texas and Louisiana) & Canada. Supervise supporting lead engineers, designers, and drafters to develop and assemble the contract packages in accordance with the project objectives. As a member of a multi-discipline, capital project design team, the Senior Electrical Engineer is responsible for the development and detailed design of electrical systems for Chemical Process Units. The Senior Electrical Engineer utilizes applicable design criteria, design tools, best practices, and established work processes to complete detailed design packages. With support from the Peer/Technical Coach, the successful candidate will be expected to quickly learn and effectively apply the Dow design tools, work processes, standards, and best practices. Once familiar with Dow standards and work processes, the Senior Electrical Engineer is expected to work independently with minimal oversight and guidance. Develop Project Manpower Estimates and Schedules. Develop and review the material/labor estimates and material take-offs for consistency and completeness. Provide guidance and supervision to the project electrical design team including supporting leads, designers, and drafters. Senior Electrical Engineer is fully accountable for the required deliverables produced by the project electrical design team. Represent the electrical design team in Project Team Meetings. Independently develop the Electrical Single Line Diagrams. Perform Short Circuit, Load Flow, and other Power System Studies to insure appropriate equipment ratings and power system performance. Perform Protective Relay Coordination Studies. Define and document Protective Relay Settings and coordinate second level reviews with internal subject matter experts (SME’s). Develop motor control and motor restart strategy. Work with the Project Team to develop and document the Electrical Area Classification details and drawings. Work with Electrical Equipment Suppliers and internal procurement organization to develop major electrical equipment order specifications. Major equipment types include: Power Transformers High Voltage and Low Voltage Switchgear Motor Control Centers Variable Frequency Drives Large High Voltage and Low Voltage Motors Prefabricated Electrical Substations Power Cable Large UPS Systems Lead document reviews, performance testing and shop inspections for major electrical equipment. Supervise the design of electrical plans, grounding, lighting, cable raceway systems, basic power distribution including low-voltage installations, low voltage distribution. Perform calculations for sizing low and medium voltage distribution equipment. Utilizing Dow standards, develop switchgear Meter & Relay One Line Diagrams, Control Schematics, and Electrical & Instrument Diagrams (E&ID’s). Develop detailed equipment specifications, inquiry/order packages, job instructions, drawings, and installation details for construction contracts. Provide engineering oversight during the construction phase including occasional site visits. Provide electrical system commissioning and start-up support. Manage key interfaces with other disciplines as defined by Dow work processes. Submit improvement recommendations to Dow standards and practices utilizing the Management of Change (MOC) process.

Requirements

A minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering is required.
A minimum of 5 years of relevant Front End Loading (FEL) and Detailed Design Engineering experience with appropriately demonstrated knowledge is required
Must possess a TWIC card or be eligible to obtain a TWIC card. For information on TWIC eligibility requirements, please see: https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic If unable to access link, copy and paste in your browser.)
Occasional domestic travel is necessary up to 25%. International travel may be required if necessary
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.
Project Communications Management : Project communication management ensures that key information flows efficiently and in a predetermined way between the various people working on (or impacted by) a project. What they do with the information varies, and some may just need awareness of information versus taking a specific action based on it. However, having a plan for how to share information throughout a project’s lifecycle is critical to project success.
3D Modeling: In 3D computer graphics, 3D modeling is the process of developing a mathematical coordinate-based representation of any surface of an object in three dimensions via specialized software.
Microsoft Office: Microsoft Office, or simply Office, is a family of client software, server software, and services developed by Microsoft.
Interpersonal Relationships: Interpersonal skills refer to the ability to communicate, collaborate, and build positive relationships with others. They include active listening, empathy, conflict resolution, and teamwork.
Communication: Professional communication, encompasses written, oral, visual and digital communication within a workplace context.
Engineering Drawings: An engineering drawing is a type of technical drawing that is used to convey information about an object. A common use is to specify the geometry necessary for the construction of a component and is called a detail drawing. Usually, a number of drawings are necessary to completely specify even a simple component. The drawings are linked together by a master drawing or assembly drawing which gives the drawing numbers of the subsequent detailed components, quantities required, construction materials and possibly 3D images that can be used to locate individual items.

Nice To Haves

Experience performing Power Systems Studies with Power System Analysis software (ETAP, EDSA, DAPPER/CAPTOR, EZPower, etc..) is preferred.
Significant design engineering work experience in the area or heavy industrial, petrochemical, or utility power systems is preferred.
Experience in testing and commissioning of electrical power equipment (type testing, field testing, factory testing, etc…) is preferred.
Thorough knowledge of industry codes and standards (IEC, NFPA, ANSI, IEEE, NEMA, BSS, Cenelec, etc..).

Responsibilities

Function as an Electrical Lead Engineer on medium to large projects, typically >$300M to $10MM Total Installed Cost (TIC).
Supervise supporting lead engineers, designers, and drafters to develop and assemble the contract packages in accordance with the project objectives.
Develop Project Manpower Estimates and Schedules.
Develop and review the material/labor estimates and material take-offs for consistency and completeness.
Provide guidance and supervision to the project electrical design team including supporting leads, designers, and drafters.
Represent the electrical design team in Project Team Meetings.
Independently develop the Electrical Single Line Diagrams.
Perform Short Circuit, Load Flow, and other Power System Studies to insure appropriate equipment ratings and power system performance.
Perform Protective Relay Coordination Studies.
Define and document Protective Relay Settings and coordinate second level reviews with internal subject matter experts (SME’s).
Develop motor control and motor restart strategy.
Work with the Project Team to develop and document the Electrical Area Classification details and drawings.
Work with Electrical Equipment Suppliers and internal procurement organization to develop major electrical equipment order specifications.
Lead document reviews, performance testing and shop inspections for major electrical equipment.
Supervise the design of electrical plans, grounding, lighting, cable raceway systems, basic power distribution including low-voltage installations, low voltage distribution.
Perform calculations for sizing low and medium voltage distribution equipment.
Utilizing Dow standards, develop switchgear Meter & Relay One Line Diagrams, Control Schematics, and Electrical & Instrument Diagrams (E&ID’s).
Develop detailed equipment specifications, inquiry/order packages, job instructions, drawings, and installation details for construction contracts.
Provide engineering oversight during the construction phase including occasional site visits.
Provide electrical system commissioning and start-up support.
Manage key interfaces with other disciplines as defined by Dow work processes.
Submit improvement recommendations to Dow standards and practices utilizing the Management of Change (MOC) process.

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.
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)