Engineer II-Electrical

Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples' lives through our products and presence in the communities in which we operate.​JOB SUMMARYResponsible for providing electrical engineering expertise to support the site’s electrical infrastructure through optimization, troubleshooting, project management, design, installation, commissioning, start-up, and validation skills. Efforts focus on providing long term support for the operation and maintenance of existing facilities with respect to the electrical power generation and distribution systems. The incumbent serves as the owner of the electrical systems and the electrical business process.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Comply with Westlake Safety Policies and ProceduresOwner of the site electrical business process which provides direction for maintaining the electrical infrastructureWorks under very general supervision and guidance, with more detailed instructions on new assignments. Works with manager to establish priorities and timelinesUses judgment and discretion to solve a variety of problems of moderate scope and complexity. Seeks guidance from supervisor and more senior peers as needed when determining appropriate courses of action. Regularly exercises independent judgment and discretion regarding matters of significanceResearch, design, test and install electrical apparatus, components and equipmentPlan, direct and coordinate activities in the operation, maintenance, and repair of electrical equipment and systemsServe as electrical system owner and primary technical consultant by providing electrical engineering expertise, direction, and work oversight to contractors, vendors and suppliersReview schematics plans and procedures and make recommendations to management for equipment selection, design, installation, commissioning, and validation. Upon approval, coordinate and/or conduct activities required to implement recommendationsProvide support for selecting, installing, operating, and troubleshooting instruments and controls associated with utility systems which may include fire protectionCollaborate with engineering staff to prepare controlled documents in support of the start-up, commissioning, validation and operation of the mechanical/HVAC, electrical and utility systemsProperly executes Confined Space Entry and Lock Tag Try proceduresUnderstands and executes Emergency Action Plans and Procedures related to the work areaParticipates actively in all safety programs established in the plant • Keeps work are clean and free of hazardsLeads efforts to reduce sources of wasteProperly disposes of any wastes generatedMakes proper notification on environmental upset, releases, and or hazardous material spills according to proceduresElectrician 2 Skill Sets:High VoltageLow VoltageTroubleshooting Electrical Test and MeasurementBlueprints and SchematicsBasic Electrical Design and TheoryConduit/WireElectrician 2 additionally has at least 2 of the 3 skills below:Mechanical AptitudeInstrumentationPLCKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIESSkilled in 120v control wiring and 3 phase 480v motor startersWelding and Fabrication knowledge and experienceWorks as team playerFollows and promotes safe work practicesRead and interpret documents and instructions (written, oral, diagram, schedules)Write routine reports and correspondenceCalculate figures/amounts and apply basic algebra and geometry conceptsSolve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited Standardization existsExperience with Allen Bradley PLC Hardware/Software, Variable speed drives, hydraulics, pneumaticsEDUCATION AND OR EXPERIENCEBachelor's degree required3 or more years' experience in functional roleESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT The employee should possess the ability to:Prolong standing or in stationary positionComplete repetitive movements such as typingBe exposed to sounds or noise levels that maybe uncomfortableComplete repetitive movementsWear all required personal protective equipment (hearing, vision and hardhat protection)Lift/move/transport items up to 50 poundsAbility to move or traverse about the facilitiesMust be able to ascend/descend stairs or laddersAbility to work around dust, chemicals, and other substances, and in various environmental conditions$110,000 - $140,000 per yearOur compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US markets. The pay range is based on relevant market data in our lowest and highest geographic markets. Pay is based on several factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, experience, and skillset. Westlake is a total compensation company. Depending on the position offered, sign on payments, and other forms of compensation may be offered as part of a total compensation package (also to include a full range of medical and other benefits).This is not necessarily an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities or may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationshipWestlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.If you are an active Westlake employee (or an employee of any Westlake affiliates), please do not apply here. You will apply via the Jobs Hub application in Workday. SummaryLocation: US - Corona, CAType: Full time