Power Distribution Reliability Lead - Refining Platform

TotalEnergies; Port Arthur (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

TotalEnergies in Port Arthur, TX, seeks a Senior Power Distribution Reliability Engineer to join the Electrical Engineering Team at the Port Arthur Platform. You will lead improvements to the power distribution network, collaborate with stakeholders, and drive reliability initiatives to ensure safe and efficient operations.

The role emphasizes leadership, coordination, and execution with strong knowledge of protective relaying and switchgear, supporting both short- and long-term platform

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering with at least 5 years' experience.
• Knowledge of ISA, ANSI, NEC, NESC, IEEE, OSHA 1910 standards.
• Experience in protective relaying.
• Experience in design and troubleshooting of electrical switchgear.
• Knowledge of repair and control of induction and synchronous motors.
• Ability to lead by example and work well in a team.

Responsibilities

• Develop relationships with Platform groups (Engineering, Businesses teams, Capital, and Turn Around).
• Oversee the design, selection, configuration, maintenance, development, and implementation of lifecycle plans for power distribution systems at the refinery.
• Analyze existing systems, develop strategies for improving safety, reliability, efficiency, and quality of power distribution systems by benchmarking and gap closure analysis.
• Troubleshoot power distribution system failures and work with Power Distribution Coordinator to prioritize and complete repairs.
• Provide technical support for the power distribution system as required.

Skills

Leadership

Power distribution

Teamwork

Troubleshooting

Regulatory standards

Project coordination

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering

Job description

TotalEnergies in Port Arthur, TX, seeks a Senior Power Distribution Reliability Engineer to join the Electrical Engineering Team at the Port Arthur Platform. You will lead improvements to the power distribution network, collaborate with stakeholders, and drive reliability initiatives to ensure safe and efficient operations.

The role emphasizes leadership, coordination, and execution with strong knowledge of protective relaying and switchgear, supporting both short- and long-term platform