Company:

INEOS Olefins & Polymers USA

Interested in joining a winning team? A team whose employees are empowered to make a difference?

Job title

Electrical Reliability Power Engineer

Location

Chocolate Bayou Works – Alvin, TX

Salary Range

$93,000.00 - $143,134.00 Commensurate with experience level

Closing date

May 24, 2023

Organizational context and job purpose

Organizational Context:

The Olefins & Polymers USA division of INEOS is one of the largest producers of olefins and polyolefins in North America. From its manufacturing locations at Chocolate Bayou and the Battleground Manufacturing Complex, it is a merchant marketer of butadiene, ethylene, polypropylene and high-density polyethylene with annual revenue of over $4b.

The Chocolate Bayou Site is located in Southeastern Texas about 40 miles South of Houston and consists of two Olefins units that produce approximately 3bn pounds/year of ethylene, 2 Polypropylene units that produce approximately 800m pounds/ year of polypropylene, and the Light Ends storage & transfer facilities at Stratton Ridge.

Purpose of the job:

The successful candidate who fills this position will work as a member of the I/E Reliability Team, consisting of engineers, specialists, and technicians who report to the E/I Engineering Authority. This role will play a key role in developing both short-term and long-term Reliability strategies for the site in addition to providing engineering support to the site Operations, Maintenance, and Capital teams. This position will support the Electrical Distribution System at the CBW site.

The Electrical Reliability Engineer is to identify reliability improvement opportunities, lead small electrical projects, perform RCFA investigations and provide technical support in completing repairs to electrical distribution systems in support of the Operations and Maintenance Departments. Additional responsibilities include participating in all aspects of capital projects, from front-end engineering & design (FEED), detailed design, start-up & commissioning. Project execution and sustainability support includes the development of documentation to deliver stage reviews and preventive maintenance requirements to deliver a robust life cycle.

Responsibilities AND Accountabilities

The position is accountable for understanding and putting into practice the INEOS 20 Principles.

Most important activities:

Ensuring PM compliance of electrical distribution equipment (EDS), reviewing PM data, and creating/maintaining Key Performance Indexes (KPIs) from the PM data
Analyzes equipment test data and develops appropriate response to reliability issues.
Support power system calculations – load flow analysis, short circuit studies, protective system coordination, and arc flash evaluation
Keep the power system study up-to-date and accurate
Review and provide comments on engineering design packages (issued for approval and construction packages) issued by engineering and capital project teams
Ensure the technical integrity of projects, including compliance with the project scope, job specifications, accepted good engineering practices, and meeting customer requirements
Team member of FAT and SAT which may be performed at manufacturer or vendor sites
Assess changes by: supporting MOC’s, validating programming changes prior to implementation, verifying all pertinent documentation changes (e.g. procedures, narratives, PM’s) are accurately defined/documented and providing training (if required)
Promote safety leadership and deliver injury-free projects
Lead / Participate in formal and informal investigation teams as required
Coordinate auditing of documentation and compliance testing (e.g. preventive maintenance)
Provides resolution on improper execution of trips (including spurious) and challenges resolution/corrective actions to prevent re-occurrences and deliver continuous improvement
Review, edit, create site and O&P electrical design standards, maintenance, procedures, engineering procedures, and other safety procedures
Determines and enforces CBW area classifications
Capable of conducting and analyzing power system analysis studies utilizing SKM
Participates in training technicians and operations personnel in electrical safety and equipment operation

Skills & Knowledge Required

Education/Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in electrical power distribution systems, high voltage substations (138kV), 15kV distribution, medium and low voltage switchgear, and medium and low voltage motor control.
Petrochemical/Manufacturing Plant experience is preferred; however, candidates with relevant experience will be considered
Formal training in NFPA70E
Formal training in SKM or other power system study software
Engineer-In-Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (PE) a plus.

Most Important Skills & Knowledge

Strong power engineering skills with knowledge of reliability methodology
Plant level experience and understanding of electrical one-lines, breaker control schematics, motor control schematics, and Industry Standards (NEC, NFPA, API, etc.)
Experience with 480 V, 2300 V, 4160 V, and 13.8 KV systems with 138 KV systems experience being a plus.
Design and program micro-processor relays – Multilin and SEL
Knowledge of programmable logic controllers (PLC) and their associated application programming a plus
Electrical reliability background required
Experience with execution of capital projects and expense projects observing site procedures and protocols
Experience working with multiple engineering disciplines, as well as contractors supporting delivery of projects
Must be a self-starter and capable of working on an individual basis and in a team environment
Strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize work, utilize available resources and deliver quality results on time
Knowledge of polyethylene and polypropylene manufacturing and process control a plus
Anticipate problems and adjusts accordingly
Strong understanding of cost/benefit economic analysis and budgeting
Ability to generate new ideas from within self and from others
Can implement new and useful concepts effectively
Effective oral and written communication skills, fosters open dialogue, listens attentively, understands appropriate audiences
Excellent communication with all levels of the organization and across different groups
Can make timely, effective decisions consistent with business plans and department goals; able to manage change and multiple priorities with input from supervisor
Mutually defines requirements with internal/external customers
Proven track record in problem solving and decision making and exceeding objectives and delivering results
Works and interacts effectively as a team member and acts as mentor to others.
Ability to lead and positively influence others/promote philosophy, win concessions without damaging relationships
Strong demonstrated ability to manage, progress and deliver multiple and competing priorities
Proven commitment and delivery of SHE compliance
Ability to positively influence others/promote philosophy
Defines personal success in terms of the whole team
Makes timely and effective decisions, includes use of good judgment and consideration of proper balance between benefits/risks
Creates strong morale and spirit, feeling of belonging in team, broadly shares both routine and important tasks

Our culture is one of honesty and integrity with an emphasis on safety, health and environmental performance.On our team, people are acknowledged for embracing new practices that help create real value for customers.

Electrical Power Engineer