Senior Instrumentation & Electrical Reliability Engineer

Trecora LLC; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Trecora LLC is seeking an Instrumentation & Electrical Engineer in Texas to ensure reliability of unit instrumentation and low voltage electrical systems. You will identify improvements to reduce losses from failures and support long-term reliability strategies.

Responsibilities include leading reliability investigations, supporting MOC processes, participating in PHA/audits, and training teams on technical capabilities while collaborating with operations to prioritize repairs and improvements.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years in petrochemical, refining, or related industrial manufacturing.
• Strong background in instrumentation and low voltage electrical systems.
• Solid understanding of reliability engineering principles.
• Experience with RCA, FMEA, RC/M methodologies and predictive maintenance.
• Proficient with safety codes and lockout/tagout procedures.

Responsibilities

• Ensure instrumentation and electrical systems meet reliability targets.
• Lead reliability investigations for significant failures using RCA.
• Contribute to MOC processes for instrument/electrical changes.
• Participate in PHA, audits, and safety programs.
• Develop action plans to resolve issues and enhance reliability.
• Provide technical reviews for engineering projects and supplier specs.

Skills

Reliability engineering

Root cause analysis (RCA)

FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects)

RCM (Reliability-Centered Maintenance)

Predictive maintenance

Analytical problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Mentoring junior engineers

Safety culture & compliance

Communication skills

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

CMMS

DCS

Emerson equipment

Honeywell equipment

DeltaV

Triconex

Woodward products

Job description

Trecora LLC is seeking an Instrumentation & Electrical Engineer in Texas to ensure reliability of unit instrumentation and low voltage electrical systems. You will identify improvements to reduce losses from failures and support long-term reliability strategies.

Responsibilities include leading reliability investigations, supporting MOC processes, participating in PHA/audits, and training teams on technical capabilities while collaborating with operations to prioritize repairs and improvements.