Senior Electrical Engineer

Total Energies; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Total Energies is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer for our Port Arthur Platform. You will lead I&E systems engineering, ensure power reliability, and guide the refinery on modern, cost-effective electrical solutions across new and retrofit projects.

You will engage with multiple disciplines, support maintenance teams, and provide technical leadership in protective relaying, switchgear design, and motor controls, including during turn-arounds and capital projects.

Qualifications

• BS Electrical Engineering required.
• Minimum 3 years of progressive experience in a petrochemical facility.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Knowledge of ISA, ANSI, NEC, NESC, IEEE, and OSHA 1910 standards as they apply to electrical equipment and safe work practices.
• Experience in the application of protective relaying.
• Experience in design and troubleshooting of electrical switchgear and controls for voltages from 480V to transmission voltages.
• Knowledge in repair and control of induction and synchronous motors.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the design, selection, configuration, maintenance and documentation for I&E systems at the refinery.
• Troubleshoot and repair I&E equipment and systems; train as needed.
• Provide I&E services for refinery capital and expense projects, including guidance on protective relays and schemes.
• Support I&E engineering during turn-around activities.
• Identify and eliminate inefficient instrument installations to reduce maintenance costs and improve safety.
• Develop and issue Management of Change documentation for OSHA PSM 29-CFR-1910.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Power systems

Industrial electrical experience

Troubleshooting

Protective relaying

Education

BS Electrical Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Context & Environment

Join our dynamic US Refining & Chemicals maintenance team as a Senior Electrical Engineer at our Port Arthur Platform! Read on for more.

This position combines an understanding of I&E engineering principles, power systems, and refinery unit operations and overall profitability to assure that these systems function properly.

This person supports the continual design, selection, configuration, maintenance and documentation for all I&E systems at the refinery to achieve refinery performance objectives .

The incumbent continually evaluates the rapidly changing I&E field to assure that the refinery selects the most modern, cost-effective, compatible equipment for new and retrofit projects . This person fosters a customer service attitude to provide the refinery with leadership in the I&E field and takes a leadership position in sharing information in this field with all interested parties at the refinery and corporate level.

Provide guidance and to the management team in all matters of electrical importance, especially in the areas of power reliability within and outside the refinery's electrical system.

Must be able to communicate effectively about electrical issues to other technical non-electrical personnel in a manner that ensures a thorough understanding of any electrical power issues.

Develop and/or update the existing I&E engineering standards and establish guidelines for preventative and predictive maintenance activities.

Assist the Power Distribution Coordinator in technical issues between the refinery and our electric utility provider in the area of reliability and maintenance activities.

Due to the nature of the job there is a risk of exposure to electrical arc blasts, electrical fires and electrical shock, and will require working in all units of the refinery is , including hazardous locations.

This position requires that the employee be flexible in their ability to work extended hours as needed to complete tasks in a timely manner.

Activities

• Oversee the design, selection, configuration, maintenance and documentation for I&E systems at the refinery to support optimum unit operations while minimizing environmental excursions and safety events.
• Assist plant maintenance groups on a daily basis in troubleshooting and repair of I&E equipment and systems and provide training as needed to assure uninterrupted refinery operation.
• Provide I&E engineering services for refinery capital and expense projects to insure quality installations that meet refinery standards, (PARES) including guidance in the selection, application and coordination of protective relays and schemes.
• Provide technical I&E engineering services during turn‑around activities.
• Reduce maintenance costs, improve safety, and maximize production by identifying and eliminating "bad actor" instrument installations.
• Develop and issue Management of Change documentation required to satisfy OSHA PSM 29-CFR-1910.
• Monitor and revise I&E repair procedures that are not "best in practice".
• Investigate equipment failures and issue change recommendations to eliminate further occurrences.
• Develop and issue installed cost estimates for I&E improvement projects so that equipment owners can make informed decisions.
• Review, research and recommend I&E projects necessary to maintain I&E reliability on the process units.
• Provide day-to-day power system support for refinery operational units.

Candidate Profile

• BS Electrical Engineering
• Minimum 3 years of progressive experience in a petrochemical facility.
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Knowledge and experience in ISA, ANSI, NEC, NESC, IEEE, and OSHA 1910 standards as they apply to electrical equipment and safe work practices.
• Experience in the application of protective relaying.
• Experience in the design and trouble‑shooting of electrical switchgear and controls for voltages from 480v to transmission voltages.
• Knowledge in the repair and control of both induction and synchronous motors.
• Competent in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience in the use and interpretation of data collected with standard electrical test equipment.
• This position requires daily interface with many disciplines within the refinery, with special emphasis on the ability to successfully communicate technical electrical issues to non-electrical personnel in order to assist them in making sound and safe decisions.
• On call 24/7.
• Extended work hours/schedules sometimes required during turn‑around or project activities.
• Ability to lead by example, logical problem solving skills, works well in team environment, able to manage multiple/changing priorities.

Additional Information

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected characteristics, including disability and protected veteran status.

Joining TotalEnergies means committing to the energy transition and helping provide energy that is more affordable, more available, and more sustainable for as many people as possible. You will grow within an international multi-energy company where every talent matters. You will contribute to ambitious projects and deliver concrete solutions to today's energy challenges.

Throughout your career, you will benefit from a wide variety of assignments and tailored learning opportunities. You will fully develop your potential in an environment that fosters innovation and excellence. Join committed and collaborative teams where success is built together.

We place respect and employee well-being at the heart of our performance. That is why TotalEnergies values diversity and promotes equal opportunities for all.