Electrical / Power Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a seasoned Electrical / Power Engineer to support a major refining operation in Baton Rouge, LA. This role is vital for maintaining and optimizing the reliability and performance of electrical infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in industrial power systems and experience in refining or petrochemical facilities. Responsibilities include troubleshooting electrical systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will contribute to operational excellence and safety culture.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in power engineering in refining or petrochemical environments.
• Proficient in electrical system design and reliability engineering.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, maintain, and upgrade electrical systems in a refinery setting.
• Ensure compliance with industry codes and safety regulations.

Skills

Electrical System Design

Reliability Engineering

Communication Skills

Collaboration Skills

Technical Documentation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

SKM PowerTools

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Electrical / Power Engineer
Location: Baton Rouge, LA
Employment Type: Contract (via Industrial Systems Consulting)

Overview:
Join a dynamic team supporting a major refining operation in Baton Rouge, LA. We're looking for a seasoned Electrical / Power Engineer with a solid foundation in industrial power systems and a working knowledge of oil and gas or petrochemical facilities. This role is critical to maintaining and optimizing the reliability, safety, and performance of the site's electrical infrastructure across all voltage levels.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver engineering expertise to troubleshoot, maintain, and upgrade electrical systems, including motors, transformers, switchgear, and MCCs in a refinery setting

• Evaluate and maintain medium- and low-voltage distribution systems (13.8kV, 4.16kV, 480V and below), with a focus on safe and continuous operations

• Participate in Root Cause Failure Analyses (RCFA) to identify and eliminate recurring issues within electrical assets

• Contribute to project scope development and provide technical reviews of electrical components for both capital and maintenance projects

• Ensure compliance with industry codes and standards (NEC, IEEE, NFPA) and adhere to OSHA safety regulations and site-specific requirements

• Update and review key documentation, including one-line diagrams, schematics, load lists, and protection coordination studies

• Work cross-functionally with operations, maintenance, construction, and external vendors to ensure safe, efficient execution of projects and fieldwork

• Support turnaround planning and electrical execution strategy, including energization sequencing and QA/QC during field activities

• Champion the site's safety culture and operational excellence initiatives in all engineering activities

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering (required)

• Minimum 10 years of experience in power engineering within refining, petrochemical, utility, or heavy industrial environments

• Proficient in electrical system design, reliability engineering, and protection strategies

• Familiar with engineering tools such as ETAP or SKM PowerTools

• Knowledge of hazardous area classifications and arc flash analysis best practices

• Strong communication, collaboration, and technical documentation skills

Certifications:

• Professional Engineer (PE) license

• OSHA 10 or 30-Hour Certification (Construction or General Industry)