EI&C Engineer - III/Sr.

Are you looking for a new challenge? For our location Charleston we are looking for a(n) EI&C Engineer - III/Sr..

This Is Us

You know us. You just didn’t know it. WACKER is a global chemical manufacture that prides itself on “Creating Tomorrow’s Solutions”. WACKER materials are so versatile and adaptable, they have virtually unlimited applications just about anywhere imaginable, making WACKER an integral part of daily life. Whether it’s protecting buildings from the elements, a tube of toothpaste, a cell phone, airbags, or cosmetics, people from all over the world come into contact each day with our products and achievements. We are looking for capable, innovative, and enthusiastic achievers to join our team and grow with us. We are currently seeking an EI&C Engineer on our Central Infrastructure team at our site in Charleston, TN.

What You Will Do

The EI&C Engineer in Central Infrastructure will provide Electrical, Instrumentation, and Controls engineering support for operating systems at Wacker’s Charleston Chemical Plant. The main objective of this position is to provide engineering and technical services to operations and process units to assure safe operations, regulatory compliance, and to maximize the availability and efficiency of these units.

• Support and assist the Electrical, Instrumentation, and Controls Engineering (E&IC) Manager to ensure safe operating conditions and regulatory compliance of production units
• Participate in the commissioning of new and modified production units
• Responsible for design, development, and implementation of new equipment and new control loops
• Support the maintenance team in the execution of preventative and corrective maintenance, repair, and operation (MRO) activities as required
• Conduct and/or coordinate troubleshooting activities
• Become an expert capable of exercising E&IC engineering judgement with respect to the process areas of responsibility and assigned subject matters
• Become a subject matter expert in Fire Alarm Systems (FAS) and Fire Protection Systems (FPS). Develop expertise in NFPA Codes and become the point of contact for questions related to NFPA Code.
• Responsible for 480VAC Motors and Drives in the Infrastructure/Utilities department
• Deputy for Power supply tasks (Equipment operated with Voltage 480V and higher)
• Maintain and update design documentation, electrical single line drawings, circuit diagrams, functional descriptions, and P&IDs as required.
  
  

What We Need From You

• Minimum of Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Instrumentation, Automation or Controls Engineering OR Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering is required
• 3 years of professional experience in the field of EI&C plant engineering, maintenance, or project engineering is preferred. Suitable candidates with less professional experience may be considered.
• Thorough technical knowledge in the field of electrical engineering, instrumentation, and controls (EI&C) including relevant regulations, standards, and codes
• Familiarity with programmable logic controllers (PLCs) is a plus
• Demonstrated knowledge of operation/maintenance of 480VAC equipment, such as motors and motor control centers (MCCs)
• Preferred, but not required: Emerson Delta V, SAP EAM, Functional Safety, Comos
• Ability to perform and succeed in an environment of schedule and cost pressure
• Ability to troubleshoot system and process problems in collaboration with Engineering, Maintenance, and Operations.
• Preferred knowledge in Fire Alarm Systems (Hardware and programing)
• Knowledge of NFPA Code
• Knowledge of operation and/or maintenance of 480V equipment, such as motors and motor control centers (MCCs)
• Project management experience is a plus
  
  

What do we offer?

WACKER is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability. We are innovators, researchers, and pioneers and we believe that our individual differences are our collective strength. We foster an inclusive environment that promotes individuality, celebrates diversity, and builds cohesive teams. Together, we create exceptional value for our employees, our customers, and our communities by creating a culture of inclusion and equity that enables, empowers, and values our diverse contributions.

WACKER strives to reward its employees in a fair and equitable manner. Our Total Rewards Package considers employee wellbeing and is comprised of compensation, benefits, work-life balance, performance & recognition, and career development.

• Compensation and Incentive plans
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance effective day 1
• Paid Time Off in addition to personal days and holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Wellbeing fund
• Flexible hybrid work arrangements
• 401(k) with company match
• Education Assistance Program
• Career development and advancement opportunities
• Support for Community Involvement
  
  

We are looking forward to your online application at www.wacker.com.

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The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job.

A minimum requirement for this US-based position is the ability to work legally in the United States on a permanent unrestricted basis. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, including for any type of US permanent residency (e.g., for a green card).

WACKER is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.