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Greif, Inc.

Electrical Reliability Engineer

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

$92.50K - $157.50K/yr

Job Requisition #: 033674 Electrical Reliability Engineer (Open) Provide leadership and technical expertise to improve equipment reliability across the facility. Improve and maintain integrity of the ...

Greif

Electrical Reliability Engineer

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

$92.50K - $157.50K/yr

Job Requisition #: 033674 Electrical Reliability Engineer (Open) Provide leadership and technical expertise to improve equipment reliability across the facility. Improve and maintain integrity of the ...

The Chemours Company

Chemours is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our growing Maintenance and Reliability Organization. This position will report directly to the Site Reliability Manager at our DeLisle, MS location.

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An Electrical Reliability Engineer ensures the reliability and performance of electrical systems in industrial or manufacturing settings. They analyze failure data, implement predictive maintenance strategies, and develop reliability improvement plans. Their role includes conducting root cause analysis, optimizing electrical assets, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. By proactively identifying risks and improving system efficiency, they help prevent unplanned downtime and maintain operational safety.

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To thrive as an Electrical Reliability Engineer, you need a strong background in electrical engineering principles, failure analysis, and reliability-centered maintenance, often supported by a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field. Familiarity with reliability analysis tools like FMEA, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), reliability modeling software, and certification such as Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE) is valuable. Excellent problem-solving skills, effective communication, and the ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams help you stand out. These skills ensure the effective identification and resolution of electrical system issues, maximizing equipment uptime and maintaining safety and operational efficiency.

What are some typical challenges faced by Electrical Reliability Engineers in their day-to-day work?

Electrical Reliability Engineers often face challenges such as diagnosing intermittent electrical failures, implementing proactive maintenance strategies to minimize unplanned downtime, and balancing immediate repair needs with long-term reliability improvements. They may also need to collaborate closely with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to gather data, validate root cause findings, and ensure solutions are sustainable. Adapting to rapidly changing plant conditions and keeping up with new technologies are common aspects of the role. By approaching challenges methodically and communicating clearly with cross-functional teams, Electrical Reliability Engineers play a critical role in driving continuous improvement in equipment performance.
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Electrical Reliability Engineer/Sr Electrical Reliability Engineer

Electrical Reliability Engineer/Sr Electrical Reliability Engineer

Energy transfer

San Antonio, TX • On-site

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago

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9.1

Company rating: 9.1 out of 10

Based on 62 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

2nd of 74 rated oil and gas companies

Job description

Sunoco LP is a leading energy infrastructure and fuel distribution master limited partnership operating across 32 countries and territories in North America, the Greater Caribbean, and Europe. The Partnership's midstream operations include an extensive network of approximately 14,000 miles of pipeline and over 160 terminals. This critical infrastructure complements the Partnership's fuel distribution operations, which distribute over 15 billion gallons annually to approximately 11,000 Sunoco and partner-branded retail locations, as well as independent dealers and commercial customers.
At Sunoco, we take great pride in what we do and wholeheartedly believe our employees drive success for our company and our customers. We are always looking for the best and brightest talent and we are committed to making your job a challenging and rewarding experience.
Summary:
This position will be responsible for developing and providing maintenance expertise to operations and project engineering. The position will manage the electrical preventative maintenance program for pipelines and terminal facilities located in the US and some international locations.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Work with/for Sunoco project managers, Sunoco Terminal Reliability group, Sunoco operations, Sunoco maintenance, contract engineering firms, customers, contractors, vendors, and inspectors. Must communicate and interact effectively with other company/contract disciplines to execute the maintenance program.
  • Supervise contract personnel, engineering firms, integrators, vendors, and/or electrical contractors as needed to perform these functions.
  • Develop Preventive Maintenance Plans for electrical equipment
  • Develop standard procedures and checklists for preventive maintenance activities on electrical equipment that can be loaded into CMMS
  • Develop and maintain a list of qualified vendors to perform electrical maintenance
  • Evaluate, properly apply and provide training for vendor's products.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong interpersonal skills capable of taking initiative and making decisions.
  • Excellent PC skills with proficiency in Microsoft products including Word, Project, Outlook, and Excel.
  • Effective analytical and problem-solving skills, strong attention to detail with the ability to proof work for accuracy, and the ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently to meet appropriate deadlines are required.
  • Work independently with little supervision.
  • Maintain Asset Inventory data for existing electrical equipment
  • Support Site MOC process, including Reliability approval of new or modified electrical system designs and changes to electrical system care plans.
  • Lead reliability investigations for electrical equipment failures, including proper application of RCA process and corrective action plans.
  • Collaborate with Operation's Leaders to understand and set priority for electrical equipment/system repairs impacting reliability.
  • Build strategy around electrical reliability system training and knowledge support; Creates and delivers training to develop the technical capabilities of the maintenance and operations team
  • Identify programs and initiatives around overhead electrical distribution lines to drive reliability improvements.
  • Technical expertise: Strong knowledge and understanding of electrical systems, equipment, and components including electrical transformers, switchgear, MCC, VFD and electric motors is essential.
  • Electrical Reliability - Technical Duties:
  • Manage budget and cost tracking for individual maintenance programs
    • MV VFDs
    • Oil Filled Transformers
    • MV Switchgear Overhauls
    • IR Scanning
  • Perform facility assessments to monitor/record condition of electrical equipment and verify/update facility electrical documentation (one-lines, area classification, arc flash labeling, etc.)
  • Develop Facility PM plans based on electrical equipment condition and equipment risk assessment
  • Assist with scheduling and interpreting arc flash studies
  • Assist with critical spare parts program (ie VFD)
  • General electrical engineering support
  • Role would support both business units
  • Will be required to travel approximately 30%.

Requirements:
Education and/or Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering.
  • PE is preferred.

Required experience is commensurate with the selected job level:
  • The Engineer level requires a Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline and 3-6 years of relevant job-related experience
  • The Senior Engineer level requires a Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline and 6-10 years of relevant job-related experience
  • Minimum 5 years of electrical/instrumentation/controls (EIC) engineering and project management experience in a terminal/pipeline/petrochemical/offshore engineering environment.
  • Motor Control and variable frequency drives up through 5kV.
  • NEC and API 500. This includes extensive experience in hazardous (classified) locations (Class 1).
  • NFPA 70E and 70B knowledge
  • Piping and Instrument Diagrams, construction drawings, one-line diagrams, cable schedules, PLC panel layout drawings, loop diagrams, ISA data sheets, etc...

Preferred Qualifications (not required):
  • Beneficial Experience (but not required): Electrical power distribution (12.47-34.5kV), power modeling tools (SKM, Etap)
  • Predictive and preventative maintenance care plans, and electrical distribution ITPM programs

Working Conditions:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
  • Normal office working conditions and field work
  • Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time due to prolonged periods of sitting or standing.
  • Occasional overnight travel may be required.
  • Visits to industrial/manufacturing settings, which may include exposure to various materials and chemicals, as well as extreme temperature conditions and loud machinery, and require appropriate personal protective equipment will occur.

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