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Electrical / Instrumentation Engineer

Sun Chemical Corporation

City of Peekskill (NY)

On-site

USD 108,000 - 138,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Electrical/Instrumentation Engineer to enhance their manufacturing operations. This role involves leading projects to improve electrical infrastructure, troubleshooting issues, and optimizing plant processes for reliability and productivity. The ideal candidate will bring over 5 years of experience in electrical engineering, particularly in a process environment, and possess strong project management and communication skills. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and safety, and be part of a team dedicated to continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Benefits

Merit Increases
Paid Time Off
Medical Benefits
Dental Benefits
Vision Benefits
401(k) with Match
Life Insurance

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in electrical engineering in a process environment.
  • Strong knowledge of PLCs, DCS, and process control instrumentation.

Responsibilities

  • Lead capital projects to improve electrical infrastructure and controls.
  • Support troubleshooting activities to minimize downtime and enhance efficiency.

Skills

Electrical Engineering
Instrumentation and Controls
Project Management
Problem Solving
Communication Skills

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering
B.S. in Chemical Engineering
B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

PLC
DCS
Process Control Systems

Job description

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Electrical Engineer - Peekskill, NY

POSITION SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE:

The Electrical/Instrumentation Engineer will provide E&I controls expertise to the Technical Organization by utilizing 5 + years of experience in engineering.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Support the site manufacturing operations by leading the efforts related to electrical, instrumentation and controls infrastructure reliability and improvement efforts, such as obsolescence and life cycle challenges, Arc Flash, Grounding & Bonding, and Calibration programs.
  • Lead efforts to develop, design, execute and manage capital projects focused on improving electrical infrastructure, instrumentation, and controls throughout the site.
  • Provide detailed engineering support for the E&I aspects of other capital projects.
  • Support day-to-day troubleshooting activities to minimize downtime and achieve site objectives in the safest and most efficient manner.
  • Identify opportunities for instrumentation and control improvements that will increase productivity, increase process repeatability, reduce cost, and/or reduce risk of employee exposure. Develop, justify, and implement projects to address.
  • Work in parallel with other site E&I resources for electrical maintenance support of operations and to drive continuous improvement in the documentation and execution of the site’s Mechanical Integrity program with focus on E&I and Controls.
  • Support the site’s efforts directed at the development and implementation of an automation strategy, identifying hardware and network architecture requirements.
  • Participate in and/or lead teams in support of optimizing plant processes for quality, cost, reliability, and productivity.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

  • B.S. in Electrical, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited institution.
  • Experience in a process environment working with industrial electrical systems 480VAC to 5VDC and maintenance thereof.
  • Specification, configuration, and operational troubleshooting of process control instrumentation.
  • Process control network architecture.
  • Working knowledge of the use and application of PLCs, DCS, and process data systems.
  • Knowledge and experience in project management, structured and disciplined problem solving, and ability to act independently.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and be able to establish effective relationships quickly.
  • Team player with robust communication skills (verbal and written), strong drive for results, and be able to work with minimal supervision.

SALARY RANGE: 108K – 138K

BENEFITS
We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k)+match and life insurance. Eligibility of benefit timing may vary.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
It is Sun’s policy that applicants for employment are recruited, selected, and hired on the basis of individual merit and ability with respect to the position being filled. Sun prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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