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E&I Project Specialist

Albemarle Corporation · Kings Mountain, NC · 3 wk ago
Information TechnologyFull-time

About the role

Join our values-led organization committed to building a more resilient world with people and planet in mind. Our core values are the foundation that make us successful for ourselves, our customers and the planet.

Responsibilities

  • Support delivery of E&I scope across capital projects from design through construction, commissioning, and handover
  • Provide field leadership during construction, including contractor oversight, work coordination, and installation verification
  • Ensure all work is executed in accordance with project scope, site standards, and safety requirements
  • Serve as the primary E&I field point-of-contact for project teams, contractors, and operations
  • Identify and resolve field issues, including constructability challenges and design gaps
  • E&I Design Development & Construction Packages
    • Develop construction work packages to support contractor execution
    • Create location plans and routing drawings
    • Create installation details and termination drawings
    • Create instrument indexes, loop diagrams, and I/O lists
    • Support development of P&IDs, control strategies, and system designs
    • Ensure designs are practical, constructible, and aligned with standards and specification
    • Equipment Specification & Procurement
      • Specify and support procurement of instrumentation and electrical equipment
      • Support procurement and vendors to ensure complete and accurate technical scope
      • Review vendor submittals for alignment with project and site requirement
    • Installation, Commissioning & Startup
      • Lead or support installation, checkout, and commissioning of new E&I systems
      • Care for loop checks, system testing, and functional verification
      • Support troubleshooting and optimization of installed systems during startup
      • Ensure proper documentation, punch list closure, and turnover to operations
    • Planning, Estimating & Coordination
      • Support project planning activities including estimating, scheduling, and work sequencing
      • Participate in constructability reviews and contribute to execution planning
      • Cross-discipline coordination (mechanical, civil, process, operations) to ensure alignment of E&I scope
    • Safety & Compliance
      • Champion safety-first execution by leading safety tailgates and reinforcing safe work practices
      • Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards (OSHA, NFPA 70E, NEC, etc.)
      • Support hazard identification efforts and ensure safe installation and startup of systems

    Qualifications

    • Education: Technical training, associate degree, or equivalent practical experience in Electrical, Instrumentation, or related field
    • Experience: 10-20 + years of experience in industrial plant environments with hands-on E&I responsibilities
    • Strong background in instrumentation installation, electrical systems, and process control environments
    • Experience supporting capital projects, maintenance projects, or construction activities
    • Demonstrated experience overseeing contractors and coordinating field execution
    • Technical Skills: Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, electrical drawings, and control system documentation
    • Strong knowledge of: Process instrumentation and control systems, Low- and medium-voltage electrical systems, Motor control systems, MCCs, and VFDs
    • Working knowledge of applicable codes and standards (OSHA, NFPA 70E, NEC)
    • Proficiency with standard business and documentation tools (Excel, Word, SAP or equivalent)
    • Leadership & Interpersonal: Strong field leadership presence with ability to direct and coordinate contractor activities
    • Effective communicator across engineering, construction, and operations teams
    • Team-oriented with a strong customer focus and commitment to project outcomes
    • Practical problem solver with ability to make timely, field-driven decisions

    Benefits

    Competitive compensation
    Comprehensive benefits package
    A diverse array of resources to support you professionally and personally.

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