Electrical Engineer

Calumet; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Calumet in Shreveport, LA is seeking an Electrical Engineer to design and support electrical systems for refinery operations, with a focus on safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance.

You will design and specify electrical equipment up to 15kV, maintain instrumentation and control systems, and guide RCFA/FMEA activities while coordinating with Operations, Maintenance and Product Control. A BS in Electrical Engineering and 3–5 years in heavy industrial environments are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering required.
• 3–5 years in refining/chemical/power distribution/heavy industry.
• Knowledge of NFPA, NEC, NETA electrical safety and classifications.
• Ability to read and develop drawings: One-Lines, P&IDs, schematics, diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Designs and specifies electrical equipment up to 15KV.
• Maintains instrumentation, analyzers, and control systems.
• Ensures compliance with standards and regulations.
• Drives reliability by resolving issues.
• Coordinates RCFA, FMEA, and follow-up on recommendations.
• Participates in audits of reliability activities.
• Develops procedures and training with other departments.
• Reviews equipment specs and standards for improvements.

Skills

Electrical safety

Root cause analysis

Troubleshooting

Reliability engineering

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

One-Lines drawings

P&ID drawings

Schematics

Job description

Who are we?

At Calumet we deliver innovative specialty products trusted by companies across the globe. We are the foundation to everyday essential products that help millions of people live and thrive. We are headquartered in Indianapolis and have numerous production locations in the US. We are customer focused and utilize our values of collaboration and entrepreneurship to grow the business. We offer a dynamic, high-performance environment where team members can have real input and impact on our business. If you're ready to roll up your sleeves, treat the business as if it is your own and add value accordingly, come see why we're Calumet Proud!

PURPOSE:

The Electrical Engineer reports directly to the Refinery's Reliability Manager and provides the necessary support to accomplish the refinery's objectives in the most safe, economical, and technically feasible manner. This position is responsible for providing engineering services to optimize equipment life and plant profitability. This position is also responsible for providing electrical engineering support to the capital projects and the site.

KEY OBJECTIVES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Designs and specifies electrical equipment such as motors, breakers, relays, generators, substations, buses, starters, transformers, and other industrial electrical equipment up to 15KV.
• Designs, specifies, and maintains instrumentation, analyzers, and control systems.
• Ensures compliance with Industry standards, RAGAGEP, and Federal and State regulations.
• Assists and directs power distribution system repairs and upgrades as required.
• Develops and assists in implementation PM(s) and repair plans of refinery electrical power distribution systems.
• Ensures all work is performed safely and in accordance with all Calumet procedures.
• Drives reliability efforts by providing technical assistance in resolving equipment design, operation, and maintenance problems.
• Analyzes equipment histories and make recommendations for reliability improvement and failure elimination.
• Coordinates Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) processes, Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (FMEA), and track the implementation of recommendations through resolution.
• Participates in audits to measure the effectiveness of reliability related activities such as equipment repairs, part quality, and failure investigation processes.
• Assists Operations, Product Control, and Maintenance Departments in developing procedures, training, and processes to ensure equipment is operated within its design parameters.
• Reviews equipment specifications and standards and develop recommendations for reliability improvement.
• Maintains and updates electrical equipment standards and participate in their continual improvement.
• Other activities as assigned by the Calumet management team.

REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCES:

• Bachelor's Degree of Science in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology required.
• 3-5 years of experience working within a refining, chemical, power distribution, or heavy industrial environment
• Knowledge of Electrical Safety standards and Area Electrical Classification standards (NFPA, NEC, and NETA)
• Read, understand & develop drawings including One-Lines, P&IDs, schematics, and connection diagrams.

PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCES:

• 10+ years of experience working within a refining, chemical, power distribution, and/or heavy industrial environment
• Instrumentation analyzer and PLC/controls experience

COMPETENCIES:

• Flexible and willing to work rotating shifts as needed - including overtime and nights/weekend callouts.
• Strong troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and equipment reliability knowledge.
• Demonstrated safety leadership and knowledge of refinery safety practices.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work with all organizational levels.
• Demonstrates company values: Safety, Environmental & Social Responsibility, Teamwork, Ownership, Customer Focus, and Excellence.

Salary and benefits commensurate with experience. We are an equal opportunity employer including disability and veteran and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact our HR team at . Requests for accommodations will not impact hiring decisions, and all information provided will be kept confidential.

All offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test