Manufacturing Site E&I Engineer

HELP SHAPE THE FUTURE OF CHEMISTRY AND THE WORLD

From the frontline to the back office, every Chemours employee is part of something bigger than themselves as together we work to create a better world through the power of our chemistry.

Chemours is a $6.3 billion company with a portfolio of products and processes that enable technologies and products that people use every day in their lives. From cellular phones to lower emission vehicles, to 5G communications and clean energy from hydrogen, we’re collaborating with customers to make these innovations more capable. Simply said, we use our chemistry to change lives, shape markets, and redefine industries—one improvement at a time.

The Chemours Company headquartered in Wilmington, DE has an Electrical Engineer position available in Corpus Christi TX.  This is a highly visible, key role within Chemours and the Thermal & Specialized Solutions Business.  This position is in the Fluorochemicals Manufacturing Technology team and will report to the Manufacturing Technology Manager.

The Chemours Corpus Christi facility is located across the bay from Corpus Christi Texas, between Portland and Ingleside Texas.   The Chemours Corpus Christi site is part of the Thermal & Specialized Solutions Business and focuses on the production of a variety of refrigerant gases.  The site is a multi-unit manufacturing site with several existing well-established product lines as well as a recently built Low GWP production line aligning with growing market demand.  The manufacturing technology group at this facility encompasses over 20 professionals encompassing ChEs, MEs and EEs. 

This role will serve as a Support Engineer for one or more areas of the Chemours Assets at this facility.   The individual will provide overall Electrical and Instrumentation (E&I) Engineering guidance and support for the Operations, Maintenance, and Technology Teams for their area(s).  This role will entail involvement in day-to-day troubleshooting in the plant, as well as support for improvement programs in the areas of Safety (PSM), UPTIME, reliability, cost, new capital installations, etc.

The diversity of equipment at the site provides for interaction across a wide range of E&I related equipment.  The site has a large and experienced pool of technical engineers from various disciplines to learn from and actively work with.  Personal growth and development are actively supported through both internal and external training.

The operating units are highly hazardous processes (OSHA PSM Covered Processes). The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:

To provide engineering and troubleshooting assistance to the site’s unit processes, including all synthesis, refining, storage, and shipping operations to maintain and improve the safety, operability, quality, and cost.

Prioritize safety in all work functions and decisions.  Develop and maintain procedures critical to safe plant operation.

Provide technical expertise to support specifying and/or maintaining various systems including:

PLC systems, interlock systems, and DCS

Low- and medium-voltage electrical systems: variable speed drives, motor control centers, switchgear, relays, breakers, power cables, etc.

Transmitters, flowmeters, pressure and level measuring devices, control valves, etc.

Leads and participates in Safety, Reliability and Quality Investigations to identify and implement actions to drive continuous improvement.

Provides support for both cost and capital projects to improve the safety, quality, environment, and/or cost of the production unit.  This includes scoping out, justifying, and coordinating installation of new/modified facilities

Maintain technical expertise in key technologies via training, seminars, and professional organizations

Provide shift/weekend coverage for start-ups, tests, maintenance turnarounds or other non-routine needs. 

Travel requirements are <10%.

To be qualified for this role, candidates must possess the following:

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited university (Note:  Willing to consider those graduating in May of this year)

Passion for working and continued development in the Instrument/Electrical Engineering profession

Strong customer focus and ability to conceptualize customer needs based on customer input 

Demonstrated skill to diagnose and solve technical problems – making data-based decisions.

Demonstrated ability to work both independently and in a team environment

Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills with strong customer focus and ability to conceptualize customer needs based on customer input.  Proven ability to effectively communicate through all levels of an organization

High degree of initiative and flexibility to move projects forward safely and in a timely manner

Proven ability to prioritize and manage short duration deadlines, emergency situations, and multiple priorities

Willing and able to wear required PPE (personal protective equipment) such as steel toes, hard hat, Nomex, eye protection, respirators, etc.

Proficient in the use of computers and typical software such as Microsoft Office, etc.

The following skill sets are preferred by the business unit:

1-3 years of experience in related manufacturing industry or Military Equivalent Experience

Prior experience working with field personnel in operations troubleshooting activities

Strong background in Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA)

Strong Process Safety Management (PSM) background

Experience with Probability of Failure on Demand (PFD) analysis for safety interlock systems

Experience with Layer of Protection Analysis (LOPA)

Demonstrated knowledge of industry standards (NFPA 70, 70E, 497, ISA 84, IEC 61511, etc.)

Demonstrated work experience with PLC and DCS systems

Demonstrated work experience in power systems analysis and applications

Benefits:

Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive Benefits Packages

401(k) Match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Commuter Benefits

Learning and Development Opportunities

Strong Inclusion and Diversity Initiatives

Company-paid Volunteer Days

We’re a different kind of chemistry company because we see our people as our biggest assets. Instead of focusing just on what our employees do each day, we look at how they do it—by taking a different approach to talent development, employee engagement, and culture. Our goal is to empower employees to be their best selves, at Chemours and in life. And we’re proud to be Certified™ by Great Place to Work®.

 Learn more about Chemours and our culture by visiting Chemours.com/careers.

Chemours is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, religion, color, gender, disability, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. Jurisdictions may have additional grounds for non-discrimination, and we comply with all applicable laws.

Chemours is an E-Verify employer

Candidates must be able to perform all duties listed with or without accommodation

Immigration sponsorship (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa or any other non-immigrant status) is not currently available for this position