The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to a variety of science and engineering efforts on behalf of multiple business units. There will be an expectation to have – or enthusiastically and rapidly develop – expertise in low/medium voltage electrical design and distribution, arc flash safety modeling, and all local/state/national electrical and electrical safety standards. This Electrical Engineer will also be key contributor in all phases of capital project execution.
Chemours operates three Newark Area sites that will be supported by this Electrical Engineer. The Chemours Discovery Hub is located on the University of Delaware STAR Campus in Newark, DE. This state-of-the-art facility was completed in 2019 and fully opened for science in 2020. The 340 scientists, engineers, and technicians at the site work in 130 laboratories, an electrical cable prototyping line, and 15 chemical process enclosures/barricades that provide 320,000 square feet of space for research and development, technical service, and manufacturing support of Chemours businesses. Our Experimental Station Laboratories in Wilmington, DE, consist of 16 chemical process enclosures/barricades that are Pilot Operations for the Thermal and Specialized Solutions and Advanced Performance Materials business units. Lastly, the Tenzing Pilot Operation is located in Elkton, MD, and supports the Advanced Performance Materials business. Chemours is a chemistry-driven company that provides essential materials that help the world solve the most challenging problems. Our materials technologies are based on 200 years of technical and market leadership in the chemical industry, and we continue to innovate and improve our technologies to meet the demands of an ever-changing world.
The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:
Serve as the site electrical resource and subject matter expert on electrical design/distribution and electrical safety
Contribute to Newark Area electrical safety procedures and policies as a subject matter expert
Lead Electrical Process Hazards Analyses, Pre-Startup Safety Reviews, and Incident Investigations
Lead area initiatives to improve maintenance and reliability of electrical systems
Manage compliance obligations for NRTL, OSHA, NEC, and State of Delaware regulations
Design and oversee modification of existing electrical infrastructure to support site operations
Design and oversee capital electrical infrastructure improvements at the sites
Supervise and verify third-party electrical designs for the sites
Drive Newark Area electrical capacity improvement strategy through interactions with local officials, authorities having jurisdiction, and utility suppliers
Plan and coordinate sitewide electrical maintenance shutdown operations
Perform design and load calculations for equipment additions at the sites
Develop plans for site expansions and utility upgrades, including resource allocations
Develop maintenance and troubleshooting procedures for site electrical equipment and systems
Coordinate site electrical utilization with high-load R&D projects at the sites
Identify – and provide solutions for – electrical utility constraints at the sites
Coordinate site electrical activities with the Facility Operations engineering teams
Lead and support electrical aspects of Facilities Operations, including the physical plant equipment at the sites
The following are required for this role
BS in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university or college
Minimum 3+ years experience supporting industrial operations as an Electrical Engineer
Practical experience with low/medium electrical distribution designs and equipment
Practical experience in Electrical Safety and Arc Flash modeling
Strong and demonstrated leadership in Safe Operations
Demonstrated proficiency in interpretation and implementation of local, state, and national electrical codes and regulations
Demonstrated ability to accomplish complex tasks independently with minimal guidance/supervision
Demonstrated ability to meet challenging deadlines and work on multiple projects simultaneously
Strong oral and written communication skills
Ability to work with and support a diverse science and engineering community
The following are preferred for this role
PE Electrical Engineering license in Delaware
5 years experience supporting industrial operations as an Electrical Engineer
Practical experience with SKM modeling for Arc Flash studies
Practical experience with AutoCAD or similar CAD tools
Practical experience with 120/240/208/480 VAC electrical distribution
Practical experience with 34.5k VAC electrical feeder and substation design and distribution
Certification to provide evaluations and approvals for UL/NRTL compliance
Professional contributions to national electrical organizations (ie, NEC, NFPA, IEEE)
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)
$110,544.00 - $172,725.00
Chemours Level
26
Annual Bonus Target
11%
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."
