Electrical Projects Specialist (F/M/X)

Solvay is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

About the role

• Our Engineering team, composed of 15 people, is integrated in the worldwide Engineering department and focuses on Capex Investments in collaboration with the GBUs (Global Business Units).
• As an Electrical Projects Specialist, you will work on the electrical engineering of capex projects and support the plant for Electrical topics. You will get the opportunity to contribute to the development of our investments and have a positive impact on the reliability and safety of our electrical installations.
• You will be accountable for:
  • Deliver Electrical Engineering for multidisciplinary projects, including cost estimations, ensuring safety standards, and managing essential electrical scopes like substations and lightning protection.
  • Interface with other engineering disciplines and the maintenance team to ensure project reliability and performance.
  • Design and validate electrical grids in collaboration with corporate and plant specialists, providing up-to-date standards and technical expertise for Capex procurement.
  • Participate in project erection, supervision, commissioning, and start-up activities, offering technical support and troubleshooting to operational teams.
  • Support and audit sites in the Latam Region for electrical safety compliance, prospect new technologies, and promote best practices within the Solvay electrical community.
• We offer a permanent contract based on hybrid working mode.

About you

• Relevant education degree or equivalent in Electrical engineering (preferably Master’s degree)
• Experience in engineering on industrial electrical network(s) and installations
• Fluency in English and knowledge of Brazilian and international electrical norms (IEC, US standards).
• Expertise in electrical network protection calculations, with specialization in power systems being a plus.
• Experience in maintenance and operation of industrial electrical networks is advantageous.
• Behaviors:
  • Strong interest in industrial electrical networks, their components, and complex systemic interactions.
  • Dynamic, creative, and collaborative team worker with a high level of expertise.
  • Strong customer orientation and excellent communication skills.

About the pay and benefits

• Attractive and equitable pay for all: compensation is determined within a range to foster your development in the role. While the Brazil base pay reasonably expected for this role is R$ 206.640 to R$ 258.300 (with 30% hazard pay and 13o salary included) your salary may ultimately be higher or lower based on your skills and experience. Additionally, we provide a competitive total rewards package that includes a bonus and/or other incentives.
• Solvay Cares program: minimum of 16 weeks of parenting leave for all employees and package with healthcare, disability and life insurance coverage.
• Prioritization of well-being: work-life balance promotion, flexible approach to work part-time or hybrid work arrangements (depending on the type of job), employee assistance program with access to physical and psychological support.
• Professional development: prioritization of internal talents for career progression, access to a training platform, opportunities to join Employee Resource Groups (ERG) for experience sharing and mentorship and free language courses in 24 languages.

About us

• Solvay, a pioneering chemical company with a legacy rooted in founder Ernest Solvay's pivotal innovations in the soda ash process, is dedicated to delivering essential solutions globally through its workforce of over 9,000 employees. Since 1863, Solvay harnesses the power of chemistry to create innovative, sustainable solutions that answer the world’s most essential needs such as purifying the air we breathe and the water we drink, preserving our food supplies, protecting our health and well-being, creating eco-friendly clothing, making the tires of our cars more sustainable and cleaning and protecting our homes. As a world-leading company with €4.9 billion in net sales in 2023 and listings on Euronext Brussels and Paris (SOLB), its unwavering commitment drives the transition to a carbon-neutral future by 2050, underscoring its dedication to sustainability and a fair and just transition.
• At Solvay, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally.