FPC National
Power Supply Engineer
FPC National, Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States, 37450
Location:
Chattanooga, TN
Responsibilities:
The Power Supply Engineer will provide technical support and engineering services in the field of electrical engineering and is responsible for the uninterrupted power supply of the Tennessee site. The position assures safe operations, regulatory compliance, and maximum availability of the power supply equipment and/or infrastructure utility systems. This role reports to the Sr. Engineering Manager in Central Infrastructure.
Manage and/or support capital invest and expense type projects within area of responsibilityCoordinate 3rd party service providersMaintain and operate the 161kV, 13.8kV, 5kV and 480V network including switch gears, transformers, capacitor banks and other equipment. Conduct and coordinate trouble shooting activities of Power Supply Equipment malfunctionsLead and oversee all Preventative Maintenance (ITPM) programs and tasks for Power Supply equipment. Prepare Switching orders for temporary changes for "maintenance" and restoring back to "Normal" OperationsMaintain and operate the emergency 13.8kV generators and Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS) systemAct as point of contact to COMPANY's power utility company; Create monthly energy reports; Analyze and review monthly power billingOwn and maintain electrical duct banks; Determine duct bank routing, design, and occupancy; Coordinate future usage of duct banks with the business partnersSubject matter expert for VFD and motorsMaintain and update the ETAP Software for the Site Power Supply model; Add new electrical loads and changes of electrical loads which connect to the Power supply grid into the modelActively manage and coordinate external repair of electrical equipment like breakers or other equipmentConsult and support capital projects executed by COMPANY's project engineering team regarding power supply topicsSupport the Plant Engineering Managers in providing safe operating conditions, regulatory compliance, availability and performance of various production unitsSupport availability of production units at required capacity and qualityConduct and/or coordinate debottlenecking activitiesDrive and support continuous improvement activities related to safety, quality and costDevelop and/or support development of specifications, standards and codesWork in interdisciplinary and intercultural teamsRepresent COMPANY's interests towards suppliers and contractorsCompile and provide reports related to area of responsibilityCooperate with groups and individuals within the Engineering & Maintenance department, Operations and other service units with focus on achieving optimal results/solutions from a corporate/enterprise perspectivePerform all tasks and assignments in accordance to WACKER'S policies and proceduresOther duties as assignedQualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering is required5+ years of experience in Power utility companies or industries with high energy demand like Pulp & Paper, Refineries, Chemical or Power plantsStrong verbal and written communication skillsAbility to perform and succeed in an environment of schedule and cost pressureCapability to professionally deal with changing priorities and requirementsThorough understanding of engineering principles and construction practicesThorough technical knowledge in the field of power supply, electrical engineering and instrumentation incl. relevant regulations, standards, and codes; Knowledge in automation and controls (EI&C) is a plus.Team player attitudeObjective judgment and fact-based decision making approachStrong multitasking competencyAbility and willingness for domestic and international (mainly to Germany) travelExperience in Power Distribution Systems and Equipment from 161kVA to 480V161KV - Siemens GIS (Gas-insulated switchgear) , Southwire cable, 45MVA transformers13.8KV - Siemens NXAir medium-voltage (MV) switchgear, MV Bus Duct, Okonite cables4160V - Siemens GMSG, MVC & MVS type contactors, bus tie for starts480V - Low voltage switchgear (LVSG), WL breakers,Power Control system (PCS) & network - Servers, Rugged communication equipment (Ruggedcom)Capacitor Banks - NEPSIDiesel Generators - MTU diesel, Marathon 13.8kVRotary UPS - PillerSIPROTEC protection relaysMain-Tie-Main conceptPreferred Software Experience:
ETAP - power system modelDIGSI - SIPROTEC relay programmingWinCC - SIEMENS process-visualization systemSICAM - power supply controlSIGRA - Oscillograph viewingPI - Oil System Inc Plant Information (OSI PI)EXCEL-PI DataLinkCOMOS - Drawings SystemBenefits:
Compensation and Incentive plansMedical, Dental, and Vision Insurance effective day 1Paid Time Off in addition to personal days and holidaysPaid parental leaveWellbeing fundFlexible hybrid work arrangements401(k) with company matchEducation Assistance ProgramCareer development and advancement opportunitiesSupport for Community Involvement
Chattanooga, TN
Responsibilities:
The Power Supply Engineer will provide technical support and engineering services in the field of electrical engineering and is responsible for the uninterrupted power supply of the Tennessee site. The position assures safe operations, regulatory compliance, and maximum availability of the power supply equipment and/or infrastructure utility systems. This role reports to the Sr. Engineering Manager in Central Infrastructure.
Manage and/or support capital invest and expense type projects within area of responsibilityCoordinate 3rd party service providersMaintain and operate the 161kV, 13.8kV, 5kV and 480V network including switch gears, transformers, capacitor banks and other equipment. Conduct and coordinate trouble shooting activities of Power Supply Equipment malfunctionsLead and oversee all Preventative Maintenance (ITPM) programs and tasks for Power Supply equipment. Prepare Switching orders for temporary changes for "maintenance" and restoring back to "Normal" OperationsMaintain and operate the emergency 13.8kV generators and Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS) systemAct as point of contact to COMPANY's power utility company; Create monthly energy reports; Analyze and review monthly power billingOwn and maintain electrical duct banks; Determine duct bank routing, design, and occupancy; Coordinate future usage of duct banks with the business partnersSubject matter expert for VFD and motorsMaintain and update the ETAP Software for the Site Power Supply model; Add new electrical loads and changes of electrical loads which connect to the Power supply grid into the modelActively manage and coordinate external repair of electrical equipment like breakers or other equipmentConsult and support capital projects executed by COMPANY's project engineering team regarding power supply topicsSupport the Plant Engineering Managers in providing safe operating conditions, regulatory compliance, availability and performance of various production unitsSupport availability of production units at required capacity and qualityConduct and/or coordinate debottlenecking activitiesDrive and support continuous improvement activities related to safety, quality and costDevelop and/or support development of specifications, standards and codesWork in interdisciplinary and intercultural teamsRepresent COMPANY's interests towards suppliers and contractorsCompile and provide reports related to area of responsibilityCooperate with groups and individuals within the Engineering & Maintenance department, Operations and other service units with focus on achieving optimal results/solutions from a corporate/enterprise perspectivePerform all tasks and assignments in accordance to WACKER'S policies and proceduresOther duties as assignedQualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering is required5+ years of experience in Power utility companies or industries with high energy demand like Pulp & Paper, Refineries, Chemical or Power plantsStrong verbal and written communication skillsAbility to perform and succeed in an environment of schedule and cost pressureCapability to professionally deal with changing priorities and requirementsThorough understanding of engineering principles and construction practicesThorough technical knowledge in the field of power supply, electrical engineering and instrumentation incl. relevant regulations, standards, and codes; Knowledge in automation and controls (EI&C) is a plus.Team player attitudeObjective judgment and fact-based decision making approachStrong multitasking competencyAbility and willingness for domestic and international (mainly to Germany) travelExperience in Power Distribution Systems and Equipment from 161kVA to 480V161KV - Siemens GIS (Gas-insulated switchgear) , Southwire cable, 45MVA transformers13.8KV - Siemens NXAir medium-voltage (MV) switchgear, MV Bus Duct, Okonite cables4160V - Siemens GMSG, MVC & MVS type contactors, bus tie for starts480V - Low voltage switchgear (LVSG), WL breakers,Power Control system (PCS) & network - Servers, Rugged communication equipment (Ruggedcom)Capacitor Banks - NEPSIDiesel Generators - MTU diesel, Marathon 13.8kVRotary UPS - PillerSIPROTEC protection relaysMain-Tie-Main conceptPreferred Software Experience:
ETAP - power system modelDIGSI - SIPROTEC relay programmingWinCC - SIEMENS process-visualization systemSICAM - power supply controlSIGRA - Oscillograph viewingPI - Oil System Inc Plant Information (OSI PI)EXCEL-PI DataLinkCOMOS - Drawings SystemBenefits:
Compensation and Incentive plansMedical, Dental, and Vision Insurance effective day 1Paid Time Off in addition to personal days and holidaysPaid parental leaveWellbeing fundFlexible hybrid work arrangements401(k) with company matchEducation Assistance ProgramCareer development and advancement opportunitiesSupport for Community Involvement