Instrumentation & Electrical Reliability Engineer

celanese; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Celanese seeks an Instrumentation & Electrical Reliability Engineer to ensure long-term reliability of instrumentation and low voltage electrical systems. You will identify improvements to reduce losses from failures and support strategic reliability initiatives.

The role emphasizes RCA/RCM and proactive problem solving, with involvement in MOC, PHA, audits, and cross-functional collaboration across operations and engineering. Safety and regulatory compliance are key priorities.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 12+ years experience in petrochemical, refining, or related industrial manufacturing setting supporting maintenance and/or reliability.
• Strong background in instrumentation and low voltage electrical systems and reliability engineering principles.
• Experience with DP, radars, coriolis, pH/conductivity.
• Familiarity with API, ISA, & NFPA; SIS management.

Responsibilities

• Ensure instrumentation and electrical systems are reliable and aligned with site/unit reliability targets.
• Support unit MOC process and reliability approval for designs and changes to instrument/electrical systems.
• Lead reliability investigations for significant failures using RCA and corrective actions.
• Participate in PHA, ISO 9000 audits, site/corporate audits.
• Develop action plans to resolve issues as part of the Bad Actor process.
• Assist in appropriate OEE classification of losses due to instrumentation/electrical systems.
• Collaborate with Operations to prioritize repairs affecting reliability.
• Build training programs and deliver training to improve technical capabilities.
• Share best practices with the site Reliability team.
• Provide oversight for instrument/electrical care plan development and PM compliance.
• Review engineering projects with OEMs and project teams on instrumentation/electrical equipment.

Skills

Reliability engineering

Instrumentation

Troubleshooting

RCA & FMEA

Safety standards

Cross-functional collaboration

SIS management

DCS knowledge

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Emerson

Honeywell

DeltaV

Triconex

Woodward

SAP CMMS

Job description

The Instrumentation & Electrical Reliability Engineer is responsible for ensuring compliance with reliability program requirements for unit instrumentation and low voltage electrical systems. This role is responsible for identifying and implementing improvements to reduce losses resulting from instrumentation and low voltage electrical system failures. This role primarily focuses on long-term strategic reliability.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure instrumentation and electrical systems are reliable and performance is aligned with site and unit reliability targets
• Support unit MOC process, including Reliability approval of new or modified instrumentation and electrical system designs and changes to instrument system care plans
• Lead reliability investigations for significant instrumentation and electrical system failures, including proper application of RCA process and corrective action plans
• Participate in Process Hazard Analysis (PHA), ISO 9000 audits, site/corporate audits
• Develop action plans to achieve results, including recommendations to resolve emerging issues as part of the “Bad Actor” Process involving instrumentation and electrical systems
• Support appropriate OEE classification of losses associated with instrumentation and electrical systems
• Collaborate with Operations to understand and set priority for instrument and electrical system repairs impacting reliability
• Build strategy around instrument and electrical system training and knowledge support; Creates and delivers training to develop the technical capabilities of the reliability, maintenance and operations team
• Network with site Reliability team to share best practices
• Identify programs and initiatives around instrumentation and electrical systems to drive reliability improvements.
• Provides oversight for instrument and electrical care plan development, and compliance with PM program requirements
• Provide technical review of engineering projects; works with OEMs, unit and project teams on specification and selection of new instrumentation and electrical equipment

Qualifications:

• BS in Electrical Engineering or related field
• 12+ years experience in petrochemical, refining, or related industrial manufacturing setting supporting maintenance and/or reliability.
• Technical expertise: Strong technical background in instrumentation and low voltage electrical systems, as well as a solid understanding of reliability engineering principles
• This includes a depth of knowledge of various instruments and low voltage electrical equipment used in industrial settings for process measurement/monitoring and control, including DCS, sensors, transmitters, control valves, motor controls
• Strong history of troubleshooting DP, radars, coriolis, pH/conductivity
• Experience with Emerson, Honeywell, Delta V, Triconex, Woodward products is a plus
• Experience with CMMS programs. This site uses SAP
• Familiarity with relevant industry standards and codes, such as API, ISA, & NFPA.
• Proficiency in Safety Instrumented System (SIS) management
• Reliability Engineering Knowledge: Skilled in conducting reliability assessments, failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA), and root cause analysis (RCA) to identify and mitigate potential equipment failures. Experience with reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) methodologies and predictive maintenance techniques
• Problem Solving skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential for this role, demonstrated history of supporting troubleshooting of electrical and instrumentation issues
• Communication and collaboration: Excellent communication skills are necessary; frequent collaboration with cross-functional teams, including operations, maintenance, and engineering. The ability to clearly communicate technical information to non-technical stakeholders is also important. Mentoring to junior engineers/specialist is an important part of this role
• Safety: Commitment to safety and following applicable regulations and standards is essential. This includes knowledge of electrical codes, hazards, lockout/tagout procedures, and other safety protocols
• Continuous improvement mindset: Willingness to continuously learn and improve is essential. Proactive in identifying opportunities for system optimization, cost reduction, and reliability enhancement is highly valued. This includes staying updated on the latest technological advancements and industry best practices to optimize system performance and minimize downtime

Celanese is a global leader in chemistry, producing specialty material solutions used across most major industries and consumer applications. Our businesses use our chemistry, technology and commercial expertise to create value for our customers, employees and shareholders. We support sustainability by responsibly managing the materials we create and growing our portfolio of sustainable products to meet customer and societal demand. We strive to make a positive impact in our communities and to foster inclusivity across our teams. Celanese Corporation employs more than 11,000 employees worldwide with 2024 net sales of $10.3 billion. For more information about Celanese Corporation and its product offerings, visit www.celanese.com.