Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer

As we create a colorful, capable and cleaner world through chemistry, we invite you to join our team to harness the power of chemistry to shape markets, redefine industries and improve lives for billions of people around the world.

CREATING ESSENTIAL CHEMISTRY THAT THE WORLD NEEDS 

At Chemours, our people are redefining how the world thinks of chemistry by approaching everything we do with a commitment to delivering Trusted Chemistry that creates better lives and helps communities thrive.   That begins with how we use our science, data, and unmatched technical expertise to develop market-leading products with the highest levels of performance, sustainability, and safety in the industry. 

Powered by chemistry, our products are used in applications that make the products we rely on, processes, and new technologies possible.  In key sectors such as clean energy, advanced electronics, high-performance computing and AI, climate friendly cooling, and high-quality paints and coatings for homes and industrial infrastructure---sustainable solutions and more modern living depend on Chemours chemistry. 

The Chemours Corpus Christi site is part of the Thermal & Specialized Solutions Business and focuses on the production of several different 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.

This role will serve as a Plant Support Engineer for one or more areas of the Chemours Assets at this facility.   The individual will provide overall 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 and cost projects installations, etc.

The diversity of equipment on 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 across 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 designated as 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.

• 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

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

  • PLC systems, interlock systems, and DCS

  • Low and medium voltage electrical distribution systems including motor control centers, switchgear, relays, sizing power cables, etc.

  • Transmitters, flowmeters, pressure and level measuring devices, control valves, motors, variable speed drives, etc.

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

• Maintain personal level of 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%.

The following is required for this role:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited university.

• 2+ years of experience in related industrial /manufacturing work experience or Military Equivalent Experience (also includes co-op or intern experience).

• Passion for working in and continuing to grow and develop in the Instrument/Electrical Engineering profession.

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

• Ability to diagnose and solve technical problems – making data-based decisions.

• Ability to prioritize and manage short duration deadlines, emergency situations, and multiple priorities.

• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment

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

• Proficient in typical business software such as Microsoft Office, etc.

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

The following is preferred for this role:

• 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 (PFD) analysis on Safety Interlock systems.

• Experience with Layer of Protection Analysis (LOPA).

• Demonstrated knowledge of industry standards (NEC, ISA, etc.).

• Working knowledge of industry codes and best practices/programs in engineered solutions.

• Demonstrated work experience with PLC 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 Day

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.

 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

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Chemours we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace for our employees. So if you’re excited about this role, but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the position description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other opportunities.

In our pursuit to be the greatest place to work, we know that a critical element to enhancing our employee experience is to assure we’re operating with a solid foundation of trust. At Chemours, this means being transparent about how we pay our employees for the work that they do.

Pay Range (in local currency):

$90,091.00 - $140,767.00

Chemours Level:

24

Annual Bonus Target:

6%

The pay range and incentives listed above is a general guideline based on the primary location of this job only and not a guarantee of total compensation. Factors considered in extending a compensation offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, and alignment with market data. The incentive pay is dependent on business results and individual performance and subject to the terms and conditions of the specific plans.

At Chemours, you will find sustainability in our vision, our business and your future. If you want to work on the leading edge of your field and have a desire to make a difference, join Chemours and discover what it means when we say "We Are Living Chemistry."