Green Humanity Recruitment
Senior Electrical Reliability Engineer
Green Humanity Recruitment, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Position: Sr. Electrical Reliability Engineer - Instrumentation
Location:
Home-based, United States (with up to 30% travel across the US and Canada)
Reports to:
Senior Manager, Electrical Reliability
Compensation:
$150,000 - $165,000 + Bonus + Benefits (Salaried, Exempt)
The compensation range reflects the targeted pay scale. Actual pay within the range depends on work location, skills, experience, and education. Final details will be discussed during the hiring process. Posted compensation reflects base salary only and excludes bonuses, benefits, pension contributions, and other incentives.
About the Role:
The
Sr. Electrical Reliability Engineer - Instrumentation
plays a key role in ensuring the safety, reliability, and operational efficiency of electrical and instrumentation systems across multiple North American facilities. This position emphasizes proactive maintenance strategies, process safety management, and continuous improvement initiatives, while supporting both capital projects and daily operations.
Key Responsibilities: Maximize
Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)
through systematic reliability improvements. Lead
root cause failure investigations
and implement corrective actions. Support plant
turnarounds , including scope identification, planning, QC, and on-site presence. Contribute to
process control and automation upgrades
to maintain reliability of DCS equipment. Review and optimize
preventive maintenance activities
to improve efficiency. Act as a
subject matter expert
for electrical and instrumentation systems, supporting technicians and engineers. Support
capital projects
from conception through commissioning, ensuring reliability of new installations. Maintain
equipment registers
and manage obsolescence risks. Develop and implement
engineering standards
and best practices across facilities. Participate in
EHS initiatives
and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements. Qualifications:
Education & Experience:
Bachelor's degree in
Electrical Engineering . 10+ years of electrical engineering and maintenance experience, preferably in a
chemical, industrial, or manufacturing environment . Technical Skills:
Strong knowledge of low & medium voltage electrical systems (120V - 138kV), including transformers, switchgear, circuit breakers, rectifiers, protection relays, MCCs, VFDs, grounding systems, and power factor correction. Hands-on experience with
industrial instrumentation
(flowmeters, transmitters, analyzers, weighing systems, panels, cabling, wireless communications, etc.). Proficiency with
diagnostic tools, software, and power system modeling . Knowledge of
electrical codes and standards
(IEEE, ISA, NFPA, CSA). Experience managing
capital projects
and working with
third-party engineering consultants . Strong background in
root cause analysis
and corrective action planning. Preferred Skills:
Extensive
PLC and BMS
experience. Certified Functional Safety Engineer
designation. General Skills:
Organized, detail-oriented, and capable of working under pressure. Self-motivated with a high sense of ownership; comfortable working independently. Strong collaborator with excellent verbal and written communication skills. Adaptable, humble, and continuously seeking to learn and improve. Data-driven and process-oriented mindset. Ability to travel up to
30%
annually. What's Offered:
Competitive salary with
bonus opportunities . Comprehensive
benefits package . Opportunities for
career growth and advancement . A workplace that values
diversity, inclusion, and employee well-being . Programs that promote
work-life balance
and support employees at every stage of life.
Apply today to join a team where your expertise will directly impact operational excellence, safety, and innovation across North America.
Location:
Home-based, United States (with up to 30% travel across the US and Canada)
Reports to:
Senior Manager, Electrical Reliability
Compensation:
$150,000 - $165,000 + Bonus + Benefits (Salaried, Exempt)
The compensation range reflects the targeted pay scale. Actual pay within the range depends on work location, skills, experience, and education. Final details will be discussed during the hiring process. Posted compensation reflects base salary only and excludes bonuses, benefits, pension contributions, and other incentives.
About the Role:
The
Sr. Electrical Reliability Engineer - Instrumentation
plays a key role in ensuring the safety, reliability, and operational efficiency of electrical and instrumentation systems across multiple North American facilities. This position emphasizes proactive maintenance strategies, process safety management, and continuous improvement initiatives, while supporting both capital projects and daily operations.
Key Responsibilities: Maximize
Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)
through systematic reliability improvements. Lead
root cause failure investigations
and implement corrective actions. Support plant
turnarounds , including scope identification, planning, QC, and on-site presence. Contribute to
process control and automation upgrades
to maintain reliability of DCS equipment. Review and optimize
preventive maintenance activities
to improve efficiency. Act as a
subject matter expert
for electrical and instrumentation systems, supporting technicians and engineers. Support
capital projects
from conception through commissioning, ensuring reliability of new installations. Maintain
equipment registers
and manage obsolescence risks. Develop and implement
engineering standards
and best practices across facilities. Participate in
EHS initiatives
and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements. Qualifications:
Education & Experience:
Bachelor's degree in
Electrical Engineering . 10+ years of electrical engineering and maintenance experience, preferably in a
chemical, industrial, or manufacturing environment . Technical Skills:
Strong knowledge of low & medium voltage electrical systems (120V - 138kV), including transformers, switchgear, circuit breakers, rectifiers, protection relays, MCCs, VFDs, grounding systems, and power factor correction. Hands-on experience with
industrial instrumentation
(flowmeters, transmitters, analyzers, weighing systems, panels, cabling, wireless communications, etc.). Proficiency with
diagnostic tools, software, and power system modeling . Knowledge of
electrical codes and standards
(IEEE, ISA, NFPA, CSA). Experience managing
capital projects
and working with
third-party engineering consultants . Strong background in
root cause analysis
and corrective action planning. Preferred Skills:
Extensive
PLC and BMS
experience. Certified Functional Safety Engineer
designation. General Skills:
Organized, detail-oriented, and capable of working under pressure. Self-motivated with a high sense of ownership; comfortable working independently. Strong collaborator with excellent verbal and written communication skills. Adaptable, humble, and continuously seeking to learn and improve. Data-driven and process-oriented mindset. Ability to travel up to
30%
annually. What's Offered:
Competitive salary with
bonus opportunities . Comprehensive
benefits package . Opportunities for
career growth and advancement . A workplace that values
diversity, inclusion, and employee well-being . Programs that promote
work-life balance
and support employees at every stage of life.
Apply today to join a team where your expertise will directly impact operational excellence, safety, and innovation across North America.