Electrical Engineer - Utilities Operations and PCS

ARLANXEO Deutschland GmbH; Orange (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Wellness program with LSA

HSA contribution

Parental leave

Disability insurance

Life insurance

AD&D coverage

Job summary

ARLANXEO Deutschland GmbH in Orange, Texas, is seeking a Utilities Operations/PCS Electrical Engineer to lead the site’s electrical, mechanical, and process utilities. You’ll drive reliable operation and asset integrity for offsite infrastructure while aligning with safety, compliance, and continuous improvement goals.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering and a minimum of 5 years in industrial utility operations, with hands-on experience in DCS/PLC, instrumentation, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in chemical, manufacturing, or industrial utility operations.
• Experience with utility systems such as power distribution, steam generation, cooling water, compressed air, nitrogen, and wastewater.
• Experience with Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), process control systems, and industrial instrumentation.
• Strong PC skills and good interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of site utilities and offsites infrastructure across electrical, mechanical, process, and operations disciplines.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, codes and standards, coordinating with maintenance, capital, and operations teams.
• Develop and optimize preventive and condition-based maintenance programs to improve asset reliability.
• Manage DCS, PLC, OT, and cybersecurity systems—including upgrades, audits, and incident response.
• Lead incident investigations, equipment failure analyses, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Power systems

DCS/PLC

Industrial instrumentation

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

DCS

PLC

OT cybersecurity

SCADA

Job description

Electrical Engineer - Utilities Operations and PCS Job Description Electrical Engineer - Utilities Operations and PCS

ARLANXEO, USA LLC. serves as an important business, technical services and production hub for ARLANXEO’s operations throughout North America. Orange, Texas is home to a manufacturing facility as well as support functions such as HSSEQ, Procurement, Supply Chain and Human Resources. The US also has a sales and administrative office in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Dynamic and Global Work Environment: ARLANXEO is a global company with a presence at more than 11 production sites in 8 countries and 5 innovation centers around the world, offering a diverse and international work environment.

Safety and Health: ARLANXEO prioritizes employee safety and health, maintaining a safe working environment and providing a comprehensive wellness program.

Competitive Compensation and Benefits:

• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• Retirement savings 401(k) plan with up to a 4% company match and an additional 5% Employer Retirement Contribution (ERC), totaling up to 9%
• Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, holidays)
• Wellness program linked to a Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA)
• Employer Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution of $500 for individual coverage or $1,000 for family coverage.
• Two weeks of paid parental leave.
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability benefits.
• Company-paid life insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) coverage.

Recognition and Rewards: ARLANXEO acknowledges and rewards employees' achievements and contributions, motivating them to excel in their roles.

Professional Growth and Development: ARLANXEO provides training, mentorship, and opportunities for career advancement, helping employees develop new skills and expertise.

Innovative and Sustainable Products: ARLANXEO is a leader in synthetic rubber, offering employees the chance to work on innovative and sustainable products.

Collaborative and Supportive Team Culture: ARLANXEO fosters a collaborative and supportive team environment, encouraging open communication, teamwork, and knowledge sharing.

ARLANXEO has a new career opportunity available for a Utilities Operations/PCS Electrical Engineer at our Orange Manufacturing site.

As a Utilities Operations/PCS Electrical Engineer, you will be responsible for the Utility technical decisions and recommendations from an electrical, mechanical, and operations perspective. This position is also responsible for the offsites area as a process steward, providing leadership in keeping the site infrastructure operating at a high level of integrity and reliability.

Duties include, but not limited to:

• Lead the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of site utilities and offsites infrastructure, providing technical expertise across electrical, mechanical, process, and operations disciplines.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, industry codes and standards, and company engineering specifications through coordination with maintenance, capital, and operations teams.
• Develop, review, and optimize preventive and condition-based maintenance programs to improve equipment reliability, asset integrity, and operational performance.
• Manage and support DCS, PLC, OT, and cybersecurity systems, including troubleshooting, system upgrades, audits, security implementation, and incident response activities.
• Lead incident investigations, equipment failure analyses, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, reduce downtime, and improve operational efficiency.
• Develop and execute capital projects, Management of Change (MOC) activities, and continuous improvement projects to improve utilities performance, quality, environmental compliance, and cost effectiveness.
• Maintain utility electrical and mechanical infrastructure, critical equipment documentation, PSM procedures, and ISO-related standards while providing advanced troubleshooting support for complex equipment and system issues.

In order to accomplish this, you will possess:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering required
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a chemical, manufacturing, or industrial utility operations environment.
• Demonstrated experience supporting utility systems such as power distribution, steam generation, cooling water, compressed air, nitrogen, wastewater, and related site infrastructure.
• Experience with Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), process control systems, and industrial instrumentation. Strong knowledge of utility design, construction, and contract administration procedures.
• Good interpersonal skills and must be highly proficient using a PC.
• Organization and time-management skills are essential.

ARLANXEO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status or disability.

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