E&I Project Specialist

Albemarle Netherlands BV; Kings Mountain (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Albemarle Netherlands BV is seeking an E&I Project Specialist for the Kings Mountain, NC site. This role supports the Energy Storage capital portfolio by leading electrical and instrumentation design development while ensuring safe installations.

The ideal candidate will have 10-20 years of industrial experience and a strong focus on instrumentation and electrical systems. The position comes with competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 10–20+ years of experience in industrial plant environments.
• Hands-on experience with E&I responsibilities.
• Strong background in instrumentation installation.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of E&I scope across capital projects.
• Lead installation and commissioning of new E&I systems.
• Champion safety-first execution on-site.

Skills

Ability to read and interpret P&IDs

Strong knowledge of process instrumentation

Expertise in electrical systems

Proficiency with Excel and Word

Field leadership presence

Education

Technical training or associate degree in Electrical or related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

Albemarle is hiring for an E&I Project Specialist. This position is based out of the Kings Mountain, NC site and will also support the Silver Peak, NV site with field presence as needed during construction and startup activities. The role supports Albemarle’s US Energy Storage capital portfolio by providing electrical and instrumentation design development and field execution leadership for site capital projects, ensuring systems are safely installed, commissioned, and turned over to operations.

What You Will Do

Project Execution & Field Leadership

• 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, including: location plans and routing drawings; installation details and termination drawings; instrument indexes, loop diagrams, and I/O lists; scope of work documentation for contractors.
• Support development of P&IDs, control strategies, and system designs in coordination with engineering.
• Ensure designs are practical, constructible, and aligned with standards and specification.

Equipment Specification & Procurement

• Specify and support procurement of instrumentation and electrical equipment, including process instrumentation (flow, pressure, level, analyzers, control valves) and electrical equipment (lighting, transformers, MCCs, VFDs, motor control systems).
• Coordinate with procurement and vendors to ensure complete and accurate technical scope.
• Review vendor submittals for alignment with project and site requirements.

Installation, Commissioning & Startup

• Lead or support installation, checkout, and commissioning of new E&I systems.
• Coordinate 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.
• Coordinate across disciplines (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.

What You Bring

• Required: 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, 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 of Joining Albemarle

Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. Albemarle offers resources to support you professionally and personally, fostering well‑being and personal growth.

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