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KURARAY AMERICA INC Sr. Instrumentation and Electrical Engineering Specialist in PASADENA, Texas
Title: Sr. Instrumentation and Electrical Engineering Specialist
Location: Pasadena, 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 32 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:
Kuraray is seeking an experienced Senior Engineering Specialist, Instrumentation and Electrical (IandE / DCS) to support the Bayport PVOH manufacturing facility in Pasadena, Texas. This role serves as a senior technical resource responsible for the engineering, programming, troubleshooting, and lifecycle management of distributed control systems (DCS), instrumentation, and electrical systems. The position partners closely with Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering to improve safety, reliability, productivity, and process performance.
Responsibilities:
Process Control and DCS Engineering
- Engineer, program, and troubleshoot DCS systems, with Yokogawa DCS experience strongly preferred.
- Design, purchase, install, and commission DCS hardware and field devices.
- Configure and modify DCS logic, including interlocks, sequences, PID control loops, alarms, and graphics.
- Support DCS programming changes based on approved production and engineering requests.
- Diagnose and resolve DCSrelated issues by reviewing and modifying control logic and configurations.
- Serve as the first point of contact for DCS process and safety interlocks, including management of bypassed interlocks.
- Maintain DCS system hardware contracts and support infrastructure upgrades.
- Monitor aging control system hardware and software and plan upgrades or replacements.
Instrumentation and Signal Systems
- Engineer and troubleshoot instrumentation and signals including:
- 4-20 mA, discrete I/O, Foundation Fieldbus, Profibus, Modbus, wireless, and on/off signals.
- Define communication settings between field devices and DCS.
- Select appropriate instrumentation and DCS hardware based on signal and application requirements.
- Provide technical assistance during troubleshooting of instrumentation and signalrelated issues .
Electrical Engineering
- Design, specify, and support installation of:
- Transformers, MCCs, 480 VAC starters, 120 VAC and 24 VDC control circuits, and VFDs.
- Develop wiring designs appropriate for instrumentation and electrical equipment.
- Perform parameter setting and configuration for electrical equipment including MCCs, VFDs, and switchgear.
- Investigate, diagnose, and resolve electrical system issues.
Project Execution and Contractor Oversight
- Review and approve IandE drawings and s ecifications.
- Develop scopes of work for IandE projects and evaluate contractor bids.
- Manage and oversee contractor execution of IandE work, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Plan and execute loop checks, functional checks, and commissioning activities.
Operations Support and Continuous Improvement
Assist Operations and Maintenance with troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and problem solving.
Provide technical leadership on task teams, troubleshooting efforts, and special assignment