Strategic Instrumentation & Electrical Engineer (Reliability)

Trecora; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Trecora in Pasadena, TX is seeking an Instrumentation & Electrical Engineer to ensure reliability for unit instrumentation and low voltage electrical systems. The role emphasizes long-term reliability improvements and leadership in RCA, RCFA, and MOC processes.

The engineer will lead investigations, participate in PHA and audits, and collaborate with operations to prioritize repairs. A BS in Electrical Engineering and 10+ years in related industries are required.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years in petrochemical, refining, or related industrial setting supporting maintenance or reliability.
• Strong background in instrumentation and low voltage electrical systems.
• Knowledge of reliability engineering principles and assessment methods.
• Experience with DP, radar, Coriolis, pH/conductivity troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with SIS management and safety codes is required.
• Experience with OEMs and selecting instrumentation equipment.
• Experience with CMMS and reliability-focused maintenance.
• Ability to mentor junior engineers and communicate with non-technical stakeholders.
• Knowledge of API, ISA, NFPA standards relevant to instrumentation and electrical safety.

Responsibilities

• Ensure instrumentation and electrical systems meet reliability targets.
• Lead reliability investigations and apply RCA and corrective actions.
• Participate in PHA, ISO 9000 audits, and site/corporate audits.
• Develop action plans to reduce losses and improve reliability.
• Align maintenance work with reliability and OEE priorities.
• Collaborate with operations to prioritize repairs affecting reliability.
• Create and deliver training to build technical capabilities.
• Share best practices with the site Reliability team.
• Identify programs to improve instrumentation and electrical systems.
• Provide oversight for instrument care plans and PM programs.

Skills

Instrumentation systems

Low voltage electrical

Reliability engineering

FMEA/RCA

RCM/predictive maintenance

DCS/sensors

CMMS

SIS management

Troubleshooting electrical

Cross-functional collaboration

Mentoring

Electrical codes knowledge

API/ISA/NFPA standards

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Emerson

Honeywell

DeltaV

Triconex

Woodward

CMMS software

Job description

Trecora in Pasadena, TX is seeking an Instrumentation & Electrical Engineer to ensure reliability for unit instrumentation and low voltage electrical systems. The role emphasizes long-term reliability improvements and leadership in RCA, RCFA, and MOC processes.

The engineer will lead investigations, participate in PHA and audits, and collaborate with operations to prioritize repairs. A BS in Electrical Engineering and 10+ years in related industries are required.