Job Description

Job Title: Electrical / Power Engineer

Location: Baton Rouge, LA

Employment Type: Contract (via Industrial Systems Consulting)

Overview:

Join a dynamic team supporting a major refining operation in Baton Rouge, LA. We’re looking for a seasoned Electrical / Power Engineer with a solid foundation in industrial power systems and a working knowledge of oil and gas or petrochemical facilities . This role is critical to maintaining and optimizing the reliability, safety, and performance of the site's electrical infrastructure across all voltage levels.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver engineering expertise to troubleshoot, maintain, and upgrade electrical systems, including motors, transformers, switchgear, and MCCs in a refinery setting
• Evaluate and maintain medium- and low-voltage distribution systems (13.8kV, 4.16kV, 480V and below), with a focus on safe and continuous operations
• Participate in Root Cause Failure Analyses (RCFA) to identify and eliminate recurring issues within electrical assets
• Contribute to project scope development and provide technical reviews of electrical components for both capital and maintenance projects
• Ensure compliance with industry codes and standards (NEC, IEEE, NFPA) and adhere to OSHA safety regulations and site-specific requirements
• Update and review key documentation, including one-line diagrams, schematics, load lists, and protection coordination studies
• Work cross-functionally with operations, maintenance, construction, and external vendors to ensure safe, efficient execution of projects and fieldwork
• Support turnaround planning and electrical execution strategy, including energization sequencing and QA/QC during field activities
• Champion the site's safety culture and operational excellence initiatives in all engineering activities

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (required)
• Minimum 10 years of experience in power engineering within refining, petrochemical, utility, or heavy industrial environments
• Proficient in electrical system design, reliability engineering, and protection strategies
• Familiar with engineering tools such as ETAP or SKM PowerTools (preferred)
• Knowledge of hazardous area classifications and arc flash analysis best practices
• Strong communication, collaboration, and technical documentation skills

Preferred Certifications:

• Professional Engineer (PE) license (preferred)
• OSHA 10 or 30-Hour Certification (Construction or General Industry)

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