Electrical Engineer

Job Overview

Electrical Engineer (Open) —

Location:

Chicago Heights, IL (AMG) - On-site industrial.

Airgas is hiring for an Electrical Engineer to support operations and maintenance of electrical power distribution systems, including high voltage substations, transformers, switch gear, motors, motor control centers, lighting, grounding, electrical wiring, and hazardous area classification. The role focuses on reliability improvement, cost optimization, and technical guidance across sites and projects.

• Lead and participate in electrical engineering activities that improve asset reliability and optimize maintenance costs.
• Provide operations and maintenance support for electrical power distribution systems (high voltage substations, transformers, switch gear, motors, MCCs, lighting, grounding, wiring, hazardous area classification).
• Manage/assist in analysis and follow-up on predictive data (coordination studies, relay tests, thermography, PD testing, megger tests, oil/gas analysis, etc.).
• Provide technical guidance to operating plants on Local, National, & International Codes, Standards, Policies, and Procedures.
• Assist with engineering studies, incident investigations, audits, and preparation of oral and written reports.
• Establish and maintain equipment condition information for high-yard and high-voltage motors.
• Provide technical assistance to field personnel in high voltage distribution equipment and motors.
• Provide engineering assistance to other departments and perform additional responsibilities as assigned.
• Provide technical input for project planning; participate in acceptance and operations phases of new projects as Operations Representative.
• Implement Smart Innovative Operations (SIO) Predict initiatives for electrical equipment at Airgas.
• Provide oversight and review of project engineering work by external resources for small electrical projects.
• Actively participate in Root Cause Analyses (RCA).
• Lead training, coaching, and mentoring of field technicians and operations staff in preventive maintenance and operation of electrical distribution and control systems.

• Understanding of medium/high voltage motors and distribution systems; at least 7,000 V.
• Working knowledge of electrical codes and standards such as IEC, ISA, NEC, IEEE, etc.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
• Ability to travel for extended periods (1 to 10 days) with little advance warning.
• Valid driver's license required.

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 2 years of Electrical Engineering experience.
• 2 years of Medium Voltage experience.
• 5 years of Industrial Operations experience.

Airgas offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability insurance, vacation, sick time, paid holidays, 401(k) with company match, tuition assistance, and more. Benefits start after 30 days of employment.

Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading U.S. supplier of industrial, medical and specialty gases, hardgoods, safety products, and process chemicals. Airgas fosters a culture of safety, customer success, sustainability and innovation, with 18,000 associates.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Airgas is a Government contractor subject to applicable laws and regulations. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities during the employment process. For accommodation requests, please contact us.

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