Senior Electrical Designer

Job Description

This position plays a critical role in the development and execution of detailed electrical, instrumentation, and control system design deliverables that meet NEC, IEC, PIP, and internal Solstice engineering standards, supporting projects from early development through startup and commissioning.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Support electrical and instrumentation design activities through Pre‑FEED, FEED, detailed design, construction support, and startup/commissioning.
• Serve as a technical design resource for capital projects, coordinating with engineering, operations, maintenance, and construction teams.
• Provide on‑site support during construction and startup as required.
• Identify scope changes, support change order development, and communicate schedule impacts or improvement opportunities to the discipline lead.
• Develop complete electrical and instrumentation design packages, including:
• Instrument loop diagrams, wiring diagrams, junction box schedules, interconnection diagrams
• Power distribution, grounding, and lighting systems
• Motor control schematics, MCC integration, and loading
• PLC/DCS cabinet layouts, termination drawings, and I/O documentation
• Instrument specifications and installation details
• Produce 480 VAC and 5 kV / 15 kV equipment specifications and electrical installation specifications with engineering review and approval.
• Incorporate hazardous area classifications, code‑driven installation methods, and enclosure requirements into all designs.
• Ensure compliance with NEC, IEC, NFPA, ISA, OSHA, PIP standards, and internal Solstice engineering standards.
• Apply electrical area classification requirements (e.g., Class I, Division 2, sealing, purging, enclosure ratings).
• Perform and review calculations for conductor sizing, conduit and cable tray fill and routing, voltage drop, determine motor control center (MCC) loading, overcurrent protection, lighting levels, and grounding.
• Create and maintain accurate 2D drawings using AutoCAD.
• Develop and maintain 3D models using AutoCAD 3D or similar tools, coordinating with piping, mechanical, civil, and automation models.
• Generate and maintain construction drawings, cable schedules, routing plans, instrument indexes, I/O lists, and SPI / InTools databases.
• Maintain drawing and document integrity through design, construction, and as‑built phases.
• Conduct site surveys and field verifications to scope and/or confirm design accuracy.
• Support construction by resolving technical questions, addressing field discrepancies, and updating as‑built documentation.
• Coordinate with vendors and subcontractors on equipment specifications, installation details, and system integration.
• Provide technical direction, mentoring, and QA/QC review for junior designers and drafters.
• Delegate work based on technical capability and workload.
• Participate in interdisciplinary reviews and checks to ensure coordination across engineering disciplines.
• Support training, professional development, and knowledge sharing within the design organization.
  

Key Success Factors

• World‑class safety performance on all assigned projects
• High accuracy and completeness of design deliverables
• Compliance with codes, standards, budgets, and schedules
• Reduction of field rework, design clashes, and change orders
  
  

Qualifications

YOU MUST HAVE:

• Associate degree in Engineering Technology, Computer‑Aided Drafting, or related field with 8–10 years of experience, or 10–12 years of relevant experience in an engineering firm or industrial manufacturing environment (chemical, petrochemical, or similar)
• Willingness to travel up to 25%, as required
  
  

We Value

• Working knowledge of the current National Electrical Code (NEC).
• Familiarity with construction bulk materials and equipment, including specifications and installation details.
• Ability to develop accurate electrical installation documents based on vendor equipment drawings.
• Understanding of interdisciplinary workflow and information flow between engineering disciplines.
• Understanding of schedule constraints and information requirements for producing electrical deliverables.
• Ability to accurately estimate completion timelines for assigned tasks.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Experience using 2D AutoCAD and MicroStation, and 3D modeling tools such as SmartPlant 3D.
• Proficiency with SPI / InTools and electrical design database administration.
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification, or equivalent continuous improvement experience.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Self ‑ starter with a results ‑ driven mindset and strong bias for action.
• Demonstrated analytical, problem ‑ solving, and time ‑ management skills.
  
  

Benefits Of Working For Solstice Advanced Materials

In addition to a competitive salary, leading-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, Solstice Advanced Materials employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer-subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays.

The annual base salary range for this position is $106,000-$158,000. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. Solstice considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.

Solstice Advanced Materials is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status.

About Us

About Solstice Advanced Materials

Solstice Advanced Materials is a leading global specialty materials company that advances science for smarter outcomes. Solstice offers high-performance solutions that enable critical industries and applications, including refrigerants, semiconductor manufacturing, data center cooling, nuclear power, protective fibers, healthcare packaging and more. Solstice is recognized for developing next-generation materials through some of the industry's most renowned brands such as Solstice®, Genetron®, Aclar®, Spectra®, Fluka™, and Hydranal™. Partnering with over 3,000 customers across more than 120 countries and territories and supported by a robust portfolio of over 5,700 patents, Solstice’s approximately 4,000 employees worldwide drive innovation in materials science. For more information, visit Advanced Materials .