Electrical Engineer

POSITION OVERVIEW

Ascend Performance Materials is a global leader in high-performance chemicals, fibers and plastics, committed to enhancing quality of life through innovation. With fully integrated manufacturing facilities across North America, Europe, and Asia, we develop essential solutions that drive safer vehicles, cleaner energy, advanced medical devices, and durable consumer goods. Guided by a strong focus on safety, sustainability, and customer success, we operate responsibly while delivering value through cutting-edge technologies and industry expertise.

Join our team and be part of a collaborative environment where your work drives meaningful global impact

As a key member of the Chocolate Bayou M&R organization, the Electrical Reliability Engineer will have strategic responsibility for improving the reliability performance of electrical distribution equipment (480V to 161kV). The continuous improvement of PdM, PM, and corrective maintenance practices for high and medium voltage distribution equipment is the core accountability for this role.

The ideal candidate is a leader who exhibits high standards and expectations for excellence with a history of effectively and efficiently applying technical expertise and best practices in reliability engineering to plant opportunities. There is currently an opportunity to define an overall strategic approach for the high and medium voltage equipment, which will require the individual to set the direction and influence others to manage the program to the standards.

TARGETED OUTCOMES

* Ownership of long-term plan to support OEE and capacity improvements for distribution equipment, including capex requirements

* Develop and Implement PdM/PM strategies and benchmark Reliability & Maintenance Practices, including robust Bad Actor programs and critical equipment reliability strategies

* Management of Asset Health for critical distribution equipment

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Technical Expertise

* Experience in high voltage systems of various technologies

* Support of infrastructure improvement plans, including transformers, substations and electrical feeders

* Support capital projects through design assistance and installation/startup guidance

* Knowledge of applicable code requirements, including PSM, NFPA
70E, NEC, and NESC

Leadership

* Overall ownership of HV/MV PdM & PM programs and analysis of data collected

* Provide technical expertise and leadership to high/medium voltage technicians

* Assist in identifying opportunities for training and development of high/medium voltage technicians

TEAM

* Reports to:

Sr. Maintenance Manager

* Team Members:

* No direct reports

* Works in a team of engineers to support maintenance, operations and engineering

* Works closely with maintenance & reliability engineers and technicians

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

* Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

* 3+ in the chemical or petrochemical industry

* Understanding of continuous operations in a PSM-covered chemical plant

* CMRP or similar Reliability certification preferred

REQUIRED SKILLS

* Experience with high/medium voltage switch gear and protective relay systems

* Training and experience in RCFA and FMEA methodologies

At Ascend Performance Materials, we value transparency and fairness in our hiring process. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters, search firms, or staffing agencies. Any resumes received from such entities will be considered the property of Ascend Performance Materials, and we will not be obligated to pay any fees for such submissions. Our Talent Acquisition Team actively engages with preferred recruitment partners who have established agreements with us.

We encourage all interested candidates to apply directly through our official channels to be considered for any open positions.

About Us:

Ascend Performance Materials is the premium provider of high quality chemicals, fibers and plastics. With world scale integrated manufacturing facilities we are able to develop new products from our core technologies, and provide flexibility to respond to the expanding needs of customers. Ascend has global sales and distribution facilities across the globe and six…