What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Engineer position at INEOS Pigments USA?
At INEOS Pigments, we value the contribution of our people in making us one of the largest producers of titanium dioxide in North America. Providing numerous products and services to industries around the globe, from coatings to plastics to paper and other end-uses, we invest in employee development and offer a wide range of career opportunities, offering everyone the chance to broaden their experience and build a professionally rewarding career.
About the role
The purpose of the position is to provide direct electrical engineering support to the INEOS Pigments Complex consisting of two Titanium Dioxide manufacturing facilities and an Air Separation Unit located in Ashtabula, OH.
The role focuses on both improving the strategic long-term reliability of the site’s electrical systems and supporting the site’s day-to-day operation with electrical expertise.
The position will be the electrical Subject Matter Expert (SME) to increase the effectiveness of troubleshooting efforts, precision maintenance, and scope recommendations for equipment repair, replacement, or upgrade. This role will provide technical support during upset conditions, including leading Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) investigations, troubleshooting of complex electrical issues, and Management of Change (MOC).
Responsibilities
- Act as site Subject Matter Expert (SME) for electrical infrastructure including HV/MV/LV distribution systems.
- Ensure high availability and reliability of power systems supporting TiO₂ processing and ASU operations.
- Responsible for the Electrical Mechanical Integrity (EMI) program for the site
- Lead or participate in investigations into electrical equipment failures that resulted in lost production when requested.
- Provide decision making support to Asset Managers and Engineers to ensure compliance with all applicable codes and regulations for the site.
- Develop, recommend, and implement strategies that maintain and improve electrical and system reliability at the site to prevent process unit interruptions.
- Provide oversight for routine system and infrastructure checks on the site’s substations, MCCs, switchgear, transformers, and grounding systems.
- Develop or revise maintenance and reliability procedures and PM tasks for electrical equipment in the EMI program to match industry best practices and site learnings.
- Maintain site electrical engineering specifications, ensuring they stay current with industry codes and standards.
- Provide oversight that all electrical work is properly risk analyzed and managed to comply with applicable codes, standards (NFPA, NEC, OSHA) and site safety policies.
- Develop, implement and oversee site policies and procedures to remain compliant wit INEOS Group Guidance Notes and safety principles.
- Design/specify, procure and support installation of all electrical equipment and systems
- Promote and maintain the company’s core values within the 20 Principles Safety Program.
You should possess:
- Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering
- 8 years of demonstrated electrical engineering experience in reliability, design, maintenance and construction in a chemical manufacturing or industrial plant environment.
- Strong working knowledge of:
- medium / high voltage systems
- electrical power distribution and protection
- industrial motor systems
- Experience with hazardous area classifications
- Familiarity with process control systems (DCS and PLC) is a plus.
- Proficiency in power system software
- Knowledge of reliability practices such as root cause analysis and reliability centered maintenance.
- Knowledge of Electrical Safety standards and Area Electrical Classification standards (API, NFPA, NEC and NETA)
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders at all levels.
- Schedule/Hours
- This is a salaried, exempt position with typical work hours of 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., M – F.
- Flexible Schedule: the ability to work a 9/80 work schedule
Our Ashtabula, Ohio Complex, consisting of two plants just south of Lake Erie, is a state of the art manufacturing complex with leading technology and more than 45 years of manufacturing excellence.
INEOS Pigments offers a competitive salary with an annual bonus and a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability with the buy-up option, basic life & AD&D insurance with a buy-up option for self and dependents, 401(k) with company match.
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