Electrical Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to join our team at the Sweeny Refinery in Old Ocean, Texas. As an Electrical Engineer, you will be responsible for providing technical direction and support to the Mechanical Integrity Team to ensure electrical systems are engineered, designed, constructed, tested, commissioned, and energized properly.

• Develop preliminary, high-level budgetary cost estimates for new projects.
• Develop scope of work documents for new projects.
• Develop engineering basis documents to help start new projects.
• Develop and/or review and approve datasheets to procure electrical equipment.
• Provide engineering recommendations to new designs and modifications to improve overall reliability, maintainability, and safety of electrical systems.
• Provide technical directions to the capital project design basis and support the development of project options.
• Provide engineering, design, and scope of work reviews to confirm constructability, operability, maintainability, and safety.
• Ensure that projects follow national codes, industry standards, P66 corporate engineering practices, P66 best practices, and Sweeny Refinery site electrical preferences and procedures.
• Provide technology leadership for new or improved electrical system engineering and design.
• Review and provide directions, recommendations, comments, and feedback to equipment vendor packages and to engineering company packages.
• Prepare testing and commissioning documents to be provided to testing companies for new electrical systems (MCCs, substations, transformers, cables, etc.).
• Assist in the development of energization and cutover documents for new electrical systems.
• Prepare engineering documents, drawings, forms, test reports, etc. for final project close-out.
• Interface with utility companies to discuss reliability initiatives regarding external power sources.

• Legally authorized to work in the job posting country.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering.
• 1 or more years of petrochemical or refining industry experience.
• 1 or more years of experience in capital project engineering or electrical engineering.
• Willing and able to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC).
• Must be willing and able, with or without reasonable accommodation, to comply with the following:
  • Travel up to 5% of the time.
  • Occasional on-call duties.
  • Work extended hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and holidays.
  • Transport articles up to 50 pounds.
  • Work safely near large, hot, high-speed machines.
  • Climb ladders and stairs up to 200 feet in height.
  • Work around chemicals, including acids and bases.
  • Work around hydrocarbons under high pressure and heat.
  • Work outside in harsh weather conditions.
  • Wear fire retardant clothing and personal protective equipment (such as steel-toe shoes, ear and eye protection).
  • Maintain a clean-shaven face daily so that a respirator/face mask can seal properly.

• Expert knowledge of NFPA 70, NFPA 70E, API, NETA ATS, and NETA MTS.
• Expert knowledge of 138kV, 69kV transmission system, 15kV distribution equipment, 5kV and 480V utilization equipment.
• Expert knowledge with GE and SEL protective relays and setting software.
• Knowledge in determining and reviewing electrical area classification requirements.
• Expert knowledge of large (up to 23,000 HP) motor, motor control systems, and motor starting methodology.
• Knowledge on SKM PowerTools Software to model electrical systems for:
  • Short circuit calculations.
  • Load flow.
  • Motor starting.
  • Protective device coordination.
  • Arc flash energy.
• Knowledge on Siemens and TMEIC MV VFD's.
• Good interpersonal skills and teamwork skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic understanding of capital project development and execution strategies.

Phillips 66 has more than 140 years of experience in providing the energy that enables people to dream bigger and go farther, faster. We are committed to improving lives, and that is our promise to our employees and our communities. We are sustained by the backgrounds and experiences of our diverse teams, which reflect who we are, the environment we create, and how we work together. We have been recognized by the Human Rights Campaign, U.S. Department of Labor, and the Military Times for our continued commitment to inclusive practices and policies in the hiring and retention of those in the LGBTQ+ community and military veterans. Our company is built on values of safety, honor, and commitment. We call our cultural mindset Our Energy in Action, which we define through four simple, intuitive behaviors: We work for the greater good, create an environment of trust, seek different perspectives, and achieve excellence.

To be considered for this position, you must complete the entire application process, which includes answering all prescreening questions and providing your eSignature on or before the requisition closing date of 10/07/2024.

Candidates for regular U.S. positions must be a U.S. citizen or national, or an alien admitted as permanent resident, refugee, asylee, or temporary resident under 8 U.S.C. 1160(a) or 1255(a)(1). Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future are not eligible for hire.

Phillips 66 is an EEO and Affirmative Action Employer of Women/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.