What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Power Distribution Engineer position at Channel Personnel Services?
Join the Maintenance/ Technical team of a world class chemical leader as an Electrical Power Distribution Engineer with plant level responsibility for power distribution (medium to high voltage, transformers, substations), controls (PLCs, HMIs, DCS), and instrumentation.
DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES
Ø Manage the power distribution team to maintain the distribution systems including transformers, substation, breakers, protective-related thermal imaging, and all other equipment. Develop and maintain work programs and job plans.
Ø Assist in the planning and implementation of turnarounds and major engineering projects and support the project leader in all phases of major capital projects.
Ø Evaluate electrical systems, products, components, and applications by designing, conducting research programs, and applying knowledge of electricity and materials.
Ø Provide technical support/ troubleshooting for the plant instrument and electrical equipment.
Ø Assist in the preparation of maintenance and capital budgets; and handling capital projects.
Ø Perform analysis of power flow, voltage drop modeling, fault current calculations, load balancing, protective devices.
Ø Provide solutions to recurring maintenance problems by analyzing delays and failure analyses.
Ø Confirm system and component capabilities by designing testing methods and testing properties.
Ø Lead the implementation of technical improvements and the application of spare parts and materials to extend life and prevent equipment deterioration.
Ø Identify and interface with preferred equipment manufacturers, specialists, and technical support consultants.
Ø Develop, maintain, and update maintenance documentation (e.g., Repair reports, bill of materials, upgrade recommendations) for critical plant equipment.
QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS
v BS Electrical Engineering degree from an accredited university, with 5 years of experience in power distribution, control, and instrumentation for heavy industrial, chemical, refinery, pulp & paper, mining plant operations
v Knowledge and experience in the troubleshooting of medium to high voltage power distribution, large rotating equipment, motor controls, and programmable logic controllers
v Familiarization with MSHA, OSHA regulations, National Electric Code (NEC), ISA Standards and International Codes
v Knowledge of project management: budgeting, planning, scheduling, and cost control
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Salary : $100,000 - $130,000
