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KURARAY AMERICA INC Electrical Engineer in La Porte, Texas
Title: Electrical Engineer (IandE)
Location: LaPorte, TX
Who we are:
Voted one of the Nation's Best and Brightest Companies to Work for, Kuraray America, Inc. (KAI)is a global leader in specialty chemical, fiber, and resin production. With top-of-the-line research and production facilities and a vast network of supplies from around the world, Kuraray leads the industry in specialty dental, fiber, resin, and elastomer products. Kuraray America is a wholly owned subsidiary of Kuraray Company, Ltd. Based in Tokyo, Japan. Kuraray has operations in 31 countries and employs more than 11,000 employees, including over 800 in the United States.
Why Kuraray:
Kuraray is building a better tomorrow, today. Our team members are dedicated to expanding our business with committed professionals who share essential values such as integrity, excellence, teamwork, and accountability.
As a part of Kuraray America, Inc., our team shares the advantages of working for the leader in specialty chemicals, resins, and fibers. Our international presence and resources allow us to be a world-leading innovator in the industries we service. Yet, despite our size, our people are more than just a number. As a new team member, you can expect to earn responsibility quickly. Our commitment to our people is visible in our comprehensive benefits package. As a Kuraray team member, you will have the opportunity to enjoy competitive salaries and benefits, incentive opportunities, and an excellent work environment.
Position summary:
The Instrument and Electrical Engineer (IandE) provides instrumentation and electrical day to day troubleshooting, project, and technical expertise to solve site complex problems with new and existing equipment and reports through the Technology Organization. The person in this position is expected to support optimizing production processes with regards to safety, environment, reliability, quality, efficiency, and regulatory requirements and provide leadership in the selection, application, specification, installation, and commissioning of electrical and select process equipment. The person in this position is also responsible for leading the implementation of preventative and predictive maintenance programs required for instrumentation and electrical equipment plant wide.
Responsibilities:
- Draft equipment specifications for specific instrument and electrical applications and contribute to projects during planning, scoping, and design review phases.
- Project sponsor for IandE projects. Develop plans, scope, and strategies for selecting capital improvements.
- Project design work for instrument and control valve specifications, electrical (