Electrical Engineer

KURARAY AMERICA INC • Pasadena, TX • 5h ago

Title: Electrical Engineer

Location: Pasadena, TX

Who we are:

Voted one of the Nation's Best and Brightest Companies to Work for, Kuraray America, Inc. (KAI)

is a global leader in specialty chemical, fiber, and resin production. With top-of-the-line research and production facilities and a vast network of supplies from around the world, Kuraray leads the industry in specialty dental, fiber, resin, and elastomer products. Kuraray America is a wholly owned subsidiary of Kuraray Company, Ltd. Based in Tokyo, Japan. Kuraray has operations in 33 countries and employs more than 12,000 employees, including over 800 in the United States.

Why Kuraray:

Kuraray is building a better tomorrow, today. Our team members are dedicated to expanding our business with committed professionals who share essential values such as integrity, excellence, teamwork, and accountability.

As a part of Kuraray America, Inc., our team shares the advantages of working for the leader in specialty chemicals, resins, and fibers. Our international presence and resources allow us to be a world-leading innovator in the industries we service. Yet, despite our size, our people are more than just a number. As a new team member, you can expect to earn responsibility quickly. Our commitment to our people is visible in our comprehensive benefits package. As a Kuraray team member, you will have the opportunity to enjoy competitive salaries and benefits, incentive opportunities, and an excellent work environment.

Position Summary:

The Electrical Engineer serves as the site's subject matter expert (SME) for electrical and instrumentation systems, providing leadership in design, reliability, and strategic improvement initiatives. This role oversees complex electrical infrastructure projects, ensures power distribution reliability, and supports plant operations through advanced troubleshooting and system optimization. The engineer mentors junior staff, collaborates cross-functionally, and drives innovation in energy management and equipment reliability.

Responsibilities:

Electrical and Power Systems Leadership

Lead design and analysis of power distribution systems including substations, transformers, switchgear, circuit breakers, motor starters, protection relays, and generators.

Conduct short-circuit, protective device coordination, and arc-flash studies.

Establish and maintain reliability and PM programs for power distribution systems, including coordination of outages with power suppliers and utilities.

Oversee acceptance testing and commissioning of new electrical infrastructure; manage VFD selection and maintenance.

Ensure compliance with NEC, IEEE, ANSI, IEC, and applicable corporate and regulatory standards.

Instrumentation and Controls

Provide technical support and maintenance for process instrumentation including pressure, flow, density, and viscosity transmitters and control valves.

Support integration between instrumentation, PLCs, and DCS platforms (Yokogawa preferred) and develop strategies to improve calibration and system reliability.

Projects and Strategic Initiatives

Manage large-scale electrical and IandE capital projects from concept through commissioning.

Review and approve equipment specifications, vendor drawings, and installation standards.

Collaborate with external engineering firms and utilities on design and infrastructure upgrades.

Lead cost reduction, energy efficiency, and modernization projects .

Reliability and Maintenance Excellence

Develop long-term reliability strategies for power and control systems using predictive and condition-based maintenance.

Partner with maintenance and reliability teams to analyze failure data and implement sustainable improvements.

Serve as technical authority during shutdowns, startups, and complex maintenance events.

Leadership and Collaboration

Mentor junior engineers and technicians and provide site training on electrical safety and system operation.

Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Site Technical, and Line Management; represent the site in corporate technical networks as applicable.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (Master's preferred).

Minimum of 8 years of experience in industrial electrical engineering, preferably in chemical or manufacturing environments.

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