Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Reliability Engineer

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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 facility located in Ingleside, Texas has an opening for an Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Reliability Engineer (RE) to join our Corpus Christi team!

This position will report to the Site Maintenance and Reliability Manager and support the long‑term performance, safety, and reliability of electrical distribution and instrumentation systems within a manufacturing environment.  

The ideal candidate will bring a strong technical background in electrical engineering, demonstrated experience in power distribution and industrial E&I systems, and proven capability in applying reliability methodologies.  This role requires deep knowledge of electrical safety practices, codes, and standards - including those related to hazardous locations and Process Safety Management (PSM).

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Provide technical expertise for the reliability, maintenance, and performance of plant electrical and instrumentation systems.

• Oversee and ensure safe operation of electrical distribution systems, including compliance with NEC, NFPA 70E, and facility electrical safety procedures.

• Support PSM‑covered processes through participation in MOCs, PHAs, equipment evaluations, and compliance reviews.

• Lead and facilitate Root Cause Failure Analyses (RCFAs) and drive corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

• Partner with maintenance and operations teams to troubleshoot equipment issues and implement long‑term reliability improvements.

• Develop, review, and approve specifications for electrical components, instrumentation, and control systems.

• Provide guidance for installation, testing, and commissioning of electrical and instrumentation systems.

• Analyze maintenance and performance data to identify trends, failure patterns, and improvement opportunities.

• Contribute to equipment reliability programs, including preventive, predictive, and condition‑based maintenance strategies.

• Support capital projects through design input, technical review, and reliability evaluations.

• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with all relevant codes, standards, and internal policies.

• Champion reliability culture through standard work practices and resource recommendations.

• Become a subject matter expert in area-specific equipment and support skill development/training.

• Provide technical assistance to develop and implement Mechanical Integrity/Quality Assurance, reliability, and PPM programs for Electrical Equipment, Instrumentation, Valves and Power Distribution.

The following is required for this role:

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering.

• Minimum of 5 years of electrical and/or reliability engineering experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.

• Demonstrated experience working with field maintenance personnel in troubleshooting and hands‑on support.

• Proficient computer skills, including use of engineering software and data tools.

• Proven background in the design, specification, installation, and maintenance of electrical and instrumentation systems.

• Thorough understanding of the National Electrical Code (NEC), including requirements for hazardous (classified) locations.

• Ability to perform and document Root Cause Failure Analyses (RCFA).

• Experience in chemical manufacturing or other PSM‑regulated industries.

• Strong oral and written communication skills, with ability to communicate technical information clearly.

The following is preferred for this role:

• 10+ years of experience in the manufacturing or industrial sector.

• Experience using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), such as SAP.

• Six Sigma Green Belt certification or higher.

• Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP)

• Advanced knowledge of data analysis, failure analysis techniques, and reliability engineering best practices.

• Strong understanding of reliability methodologies including:

  • Failure Modes & Effects Analysis (FMEA)

  • Root Cause Analysis (RCA)

  • Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF)

  • Predictive maintenance frameworks

• Familiarity with advanced reliability strategies:

  • Total Productive Maintenance (TPM)

  • Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)

  • Equipment uptime optimization

  • Life cycle cost analysis / Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)

• Proficiency in condition‑based maintenance technologies, such as:

  • Infrared thermography

  • Ultrasonics

  • Performance testing and monitoring tools

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.

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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."