Reliability Electrical Engineer/Project Manager at Seaboard Corporation

Hugoton, Kansas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

28 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Electrical Engineering, Project Management, Troubleshooting, Root Cause Analysis, Load Flow Studies, Short Circuit Analysis, Arc Flash Studies, Transient Stability, Relay Coordination, Safety Regulations, Electrical Standards, Power System Modeling, Interpersonal Skills, Communication Skills, Risk Assessment, Contractor Oversight

Industry

Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Description

SUMMARY: The Reliability Electrical Engineer / Project Manager is a hybrid position that combines deep technical expertise in electrical systems with comprehensive project leadership. This role is responsible for the design, optimization, and maintenance of electrical infrastructure while also managing multi-disciplinary projects from conception through execution. The incumbent serves as the subject matter expert (SME) for electrical engineering across the organization and oversees site-level projects to ensure alignment with safety, environmental, and profitability goals. RESPONSIBILITIES: Electrical Engineering Responsibilities: * Lead the design, specification, and implementation of electrical systems (480V to 230kV), including motors, relays, generators, transformers, and switchgear. * Conduct troubleshooting and root cause analysis to resolve complex electrical issues and improve reliability. * Perform and interpret electrical system studies such as load flow, short circuit, arc flash, transient stability, and relay coordination. * Ensure compliance with safety regulations and electrical area classification standards (API, NFPA, NEC, NETA). * Support commissioning and startup of new systems and upgrades in collaboration with maintenance teams. * Stay current with and apply industry standards, internal engineering practices, and codes in all work. Project Management Responsibilities: * Plan, execute, and manage site-level capital and maintenance projects, ensuring scope, schedule, and budget targets are met. * Develop and manage project scopes, cost estimates, schedules, risk assessments, and contractor oversight. * Coordinate with cross-functional teams including operations, maintenance, engineering, procurement, and external vendors. * Prepare Design Basis Documents, technical specifications, and project documentation. * Lead project review meetings and provide regular status updates to stakeholders. * Ensure quality control across engineering and construction phases through oversight and alignment with project specifications. REQUIREMENTS: A successful candidate must possess the ability to perform each essential duty to a satisfactory level. The requirements listed below are representative of the work environment, knowledge, skill, and/or ability required or preferred. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions as listed below. * Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering. * 5+ years of experience in electrical engineering within chemical, petrochemical or refining industry preferred. * Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer-sponsored visa now or in the future. * Demonstrated experience in managing engineering projects from start to finish. * Strong understanding of electrical system safety, design standards, and risk assessment. * Proficiency in power system modeling tools (SKM). * Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Preferred: * PMP Certification or formal training in project management methodologies. * Experience with Engineering Quality Assurance practices and contractor oversight. * Active participation in technical communities or forums. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must be able to move from place to place to all areas of production. Must be able to wear all required safety equipment. Must be able to push/pull up to 25 lbs., lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted, bend, stoop, and kneel. Must be able to wear all required PPE and perform field work, including in refining environments. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work environment varies from a office, plant production and outside climate conditions, based on the situation. The noise level varies depending on which area of production the employee is working in. NORMAL WORK SCHEDULE: Days/M-F. The hours and days of work are established by departmental needs and at the discretion of management. Occasional changes in schedule may be required as special circumstances arise. Ability to travel up to 25%. WHY JOIN SEABOARD ENERGY? * Traditional benefits include: competitive pay, affordable medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage, retirement savings plans for full-time and active employees, flexible spending accounts, life/AD&D insurance, family life insurance and employee assistance program. * Other benefits: career training and advancement, discounted pork products, employee referral bonuses, wellness programs, annual family events and discount programs. ABOUT SEABOARD ENERGY As a Seaboard Corporation company, we work collaboratively with the other Seaboard companies to promote sustainable energy projects, including but not limited to, the production of biodiesel and renewable diesel.

Responsibilities

The Reliability Electrical Engineer/Project Manager is responsible for the design, optimization, and maintenance of electrical infrastructure while managing multi-disciplinary projects. This includes leading the design and implementation of electrical systems and ensuring compliance with safety and environmental goals.