I&E Maintenance Engineer

Position Overview:

Our client, a leading producer of chemical intermediates and surfactants, is seeking an experienced I&E Maintenance Engineer to join their team in Port Neches, Texas. This role focuses on providing specialized instrument and electrical engineering support for a designated area of the site, ensuring compliance with both regulatory and company standards in design, installation, and repair of equipment. The I&E Maintenance Engineer will be the central point for modifications related to instrumentation, control valves, motors, switchgear, motor control centers, starters, and transformers. Collaboration with engineering, maintenance, and operations teams is essential for aligning project requirements and delivering comprehensive design and installation packages. Additionally, the engineer will oversee Management of Change (MOC) for their area, contribute to turnaround scope planning, and implement necessary changes during turnarounds.

Key Responsibilities:

• Offer technical support for electrical and instrumentation maintenance, troubleshooting, and operation of site systems and equipment.
• Participate in the development and implementation of the RCM (Reliability Centered Maintenance) Asset Management Plan.
• Support preventive maintenance (PM) program development, reviewing and enhancing PM strategies to improve equipment health and system effectiveness.
• Assist in defining turnaround and inspection (T&I) work scope.
• Lead or contribute to incident investigations and follow-up documentation for high-impact events.
• Collaborate with operating and maintenance engineers to drive improvements in equipment reliability, efficiency, and long-term operability.
• Support the site’s bad actor program by identifying equipment with high failure rates, driving root cause analysis, and implementing solutions.
• Provide guidance and resources for instrumentation and electrical system investments, ensuring project compliance with site standards and operational goals.
• Participate in all phases of capital projects, including HAZOP/DHR reviews, power studies, and specification reviews, and contribute to alternative solutions and design for reliability.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure spare parts setup and identify capital/expense projects to enhance reliability and maintainability.
• Act as a facilitator for problem analysis and risk assessment, particularly in cases of critical equipment failures with unclear root causes.
• Collaborate with diverse teams including technicians, process operators, control engineers, and maintenance leaders.
• Ensure compliance with integrated management systems (safety, GMP, environmental, quality, and responsible care standards).
• Regular presence at the workplace with flexibility to work additional hours as necessary to support daily production goals.
• Work effectively with team members from diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
• Support company goals, follow instructions, and perform other tasks as assigned by supervisors.
• Participate in company Environmental, Health, & Safety initiatives and complete required training programs.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering REQUIRED
• 0-2 years of I&E Maintenance or Reliability Engineering experience required, with 5 years preferred.
• Must have or be able to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).
• Proficiency in Internet, Email, and Microsoft Office programs.
• Strong knowledge of control systems including control valves, transmitters, pneumatic/electronic instrumentation, and PLC/DCS.
• Basic understanding of engineering, purchasing, accounting, and construction practices, as well as maintenance workflows.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Willingness and ability to learn on the job.
• Familiarity with risk-based work prioritization and economic evaluation methods (Life-Cycle Cost Analysis, NPV, Benefit/Cost).
• Knowledge of Reliability Centered Maintenance or Asset Management Plan development is preferred.