High Voltage Reliability Engineer

About the role

LyondellBasell is searching for a High Voltage Electrical Maintenance Engineer for the South side of the Channelview Facility, located in Channelview, TX. This is a direct-hire position with competitive base salary, bonus, 401K matching, benefits package, pension plan and employee discounts.

Responsibilities

• Support the site Long Range Plan for the High Voltage Electrical System.
• Address day to day electrical power system issues in unit/area of responsibility and provide technical support for the High Voltage team with issues affecting the plant distribution system.
• Create, Update, and Review Comprehensive Preventive Maintenance (PM) programs for electrical equipment.
• Participate / support engineering standards and procedures development work.
• Establish the design basis for interlocks, electrical power distribution, area classification, arc flash studies and National Electrical Code compliance, and/or all governing or adopted codes.
• Generate and/or review and approve all electrical specifications and design drawings/calculations within asset area.
• Perform RCFA on all critical equipment failures within assigned area.
• Support the efforts of the Area Optimization Teams to identify leveraging projects and eliminate bad actors.
• Understand and support electrical capital projects from a technical perspective.
• Assess the impact of projects on existing electrical power systems infrastructure and propose solutions balancing project and plant needs.
• Provide technical direction for engineering contractors on electrical power systems.
• Ensure applicable plant personnel are consulted for technical decisions.
• Represent the Facility in industry and professional organizations addressing electrical codes and standards.
• Create Management of Change (MOC) when related to electrical power equipment and support other MOC efforts in representation of the High Voltage Group.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 5 or more years of prior work experience as an Electrical Engineer in a petrochemical, chemical, refining or other process related facility is preferred.
• Familiarity with National Electrical Code (NFPA 70) & Electrical Safety in the Workplace (NFPA 70E), Electrical Area Classification, Electrical Corporate Engineering & Maintenance Standards, Guidelines & Procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret one-lines and control schematics.
• Working knowledge of Transformers, Switchgear, Motor Control Centers, Protective Relaying, Motors, Motor Starters, Fuses, O/L, AC Drives, Grounding, UPS, Batteries & Chargers, Emergency Generators, and Cables.
• Ability to assimilate and quickly apply newly acquired technical information.
• Ability to apply electrical theory in design, testing, and troubleshooting in a large chemical plant.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely with internal and external clients.
• Ability to multitask, manage changing priorities, and proactively improve processes.

Qualifications

• Experience with SKM Power Tools for Windows (CAPTOR, DAPPER, transient motor starting, arc flash evaluation) is preferred.

Skills

• Technical skills including but not limited to electrical theory, design, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

LyondellBasell offers a competitive total compensation package including a competitive base salary, bonus, 401K matching, benefits package, pension plan, and employee discounts. Additional benefits include workplace flexibility, comprehensive health, welfare, life and retirement programs, and educational assistance programs.