Electrical and Instrumentation (E&I) Engineer

Arclin; Belle (WV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A chemical manufacturing facility is seeking an Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer to provide hands-on technical support and leadership in a facility handling hazardous materials. The ideal candidate will ensure E&I system reliability and compliance, support capital projects, and collaborate with operations and maintenance teams. The role requires a BSEE degree and offers a pathway for growth. Minimal travel is expected, and regular field work is part of the job.

Qualifications

• 0-5 years of experience in a relevant field.
• Ability to engage in regular field work in operating units.
• Must wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Responsibilities

• Support design and specification of E&I systems.
• Lead root cause analysis and continuous improvement efforts.
• Troubleshoot control system issues and implement solutions.

Skills

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Detail-oriented

Self-starter

Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams

Coachable and eager to grow

Education

BSEE from ABET accredited program

Job description

The Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer provides hands-on technical support and leadership for the design, installation, and upkeep of electrical and instrumentation in a chemical manufacturing facility handling highly hazardous materials. This role spans the entire lifecycle of E&I assets to ensure safe, compliant, and reliable operation.

The engineer will serve as the technical lead for capital projects within their scope, ensuring alignment with local, national, and corporate standards, as well as OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM) requirements. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, coachable, and able to work effectively across engineering, operations, and maintenance teams.

The engineer will report directly to the Plant Engineering Manager (PEM)

Job Responsibilities

Electrical & Instrumentation Systems

• Support design, specification, and modification of E&I systems including low- and medium-voltage power distribution, MCCs, VFDs, and control panels.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and improve field instrumentation, analyzers, and process control loops.
• Provide technical oversight of the site’s SIS hardware and logic in accordance with IEC 61511.
• Manage and continuously improve the calibration program to maintain reliability and compliance.
• Lead RCA’s to drive continuous improvement
• Function as the E&I technical lead for assigned capital and expense projects from concept through commissioning.
• Develop electrical and instrumentation design packages, review vendor submittals, and provide field support during installation and startup.
• Prepare project scopes, cost estimates, and schedules in coordination with project and operations teams.

Compliance & Safety

• Ensure all E&I systems meet NFPA 70 (NEC), NFPA 70E, ISA, and OSHA PSM requirements.
• Support PHA, LOPA, and MOC processes with E&I expertise.
• Maintain documentation and participate in audits, inspections, and management system reviews.

Operations & Reliability Support

• Troubleshoot control system and motor control issues and implement sustainable solutions.
• Collaborate with maintenance to develop and refine preventive and predictive maintenance strategies.
• Support operational troubleshooting and training as needed to enhance reliability and process safety.

Job Requirements

• BSEE from ABET accredited program
• 0-5 years
• Self-starter who takes ownership of learning and execution.
• Coachable and eager to grow through feedback and mentorship.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; able to work effectively with operators, maintenance, other engineers, and management.
• Detail-oriented with a safety-first mindset.
• Minimal travel
• The position requires regular field work in operating units
• Must be able to wear required PPE and participate in site safety and emergency response programs.