Electrical Engineer

Southern Recruiting Solutions, Inc.; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Texas is seeking a Mid-Senior level Electrical Engineer to provide technical expertise for plant electrical systems and lead reliability improvements. The ideal candidate has a BSEE and over 10 years of experience in industries such as chemical and refining. This full-time role offers competitive pay and benefits, including medical and vision insurance, and a 401(k).

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in electrical engineering within a chemical, refining, or industrial manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of rotating equipment and industrial automation systems.
• Working knowledge of electrical safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise for plant electrical systems.
• Drive equipment reliability improvements by analyzing performance data.
• Lead and participate in root cause failure analysis.

Skills

Electrical power distribution

Reliability engineering tools (RCFA, FMEA, RCM)

Predictive maintenance technologies

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Infrared inspections

Motor current analysis

Job description

Overview

The Electrical Engineer will provide technical expertise for plant electrical systems, including motors, switchgear, transformers, MCCs, VFDs, and power distribution networks. The role focuses on reliability improvements and supports preventive and predictive maintenance programs.

Base pay range: $150,000.00/yr - $180,000.00/yr. The range is provided by Southern Recruiting Solutions, Inc. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience.

Responsibilities

• The Electrical Engineer will provide technical expertise for plant electrical systems, including motors, switchgear, transformers, MCCs, VFDs, and power distribution networks.
• Drive equipment reliability improvements by analyzing performance data, identifying chronic issues, and implementing sustainable solutions.
• Lead and participate in root cause failure analysis (RCFA) and develop corrective/preventive action plans.
• Support development and execution of preventive and predictive maintenance (PM/PdM) programs, including infrared inspections, motor testing, and power quality analysis.
• Support training of maintenance staff on electrical systems and reliability best practices.
• Monitor reliability KPIs and report progress on equipment performance and downtime reduction initiatives.
• Relocation provided.

Qualifications

• The Electrical Reliability Engineer will have a BSEE and 10+ years of experience in electrical engineering within a chemical, refining, or industrial manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of electrical power distribution, rotating equipment, protective relays, and industrial automation systems.
• Experience with reliability engineering tools such as RCFA, FMEA, and RCM.
• Familiarity with predictive maintenance technologies (IR thermography, partial discharge, vibration, motor current analysis, etc.).
• Working knowledge of electrical safety regulations (NFPA 70E, NEC, OSHA standards).
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.
• Must be legally eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Manufacturing

Industries

• Oil and Gas and Chemical Manufacturing

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)