Instrumentation & Electrical Engineer

Valdes Architecture & Engineering is seeking an experienced Instrumentation & Electrical (I&E) Engineer to support the planning, preparation, and execution of refinery turnarounds and scheduled outages in Whiting, Indiana.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in I&E engineering, maintenance, field operations, and turnaround planning within a refinery or heavy industrial environment. This position requires a hands-on, confident professional who can work independently, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and provide practical engineering solutions in a fast-paced industrial setting.

Rresponsibilities

Provide I&E engineering and technical support for refinery turnarounds, outages, and maintenance activities

Develop, review, and execute I&E job notes, work packages, and technical documentation

Support electrical and instrumentation maintenance engineering, troubleshooting, and design activities

Assist with turnaround planning, scheduling, and preparation to ensure efficient execution of maintenance activities

Develop detailed job plans, work scopes, and execution strategies for I&E maintenance and construction activities

Perform field assessments, equipment evaluations, and constructability reviews to identify potential challenges

Collaborate with operations, maintenance, engineering, and construction personnel to coordinate turnaround activities

Provide hands-on technical guidance and resolve field-related engineering and execution challenges

Ensure work complies with applicable engineering standards, site procedures, and safety requirements

Qualifications

Associate's or bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation & Electrical Technology, or a related technical discipline preferred

3+ years of experience working with heavy industrial and refining processes

Demonstrated experience in I&E engineering, electrical maintenance, instrumentation, or electrical construction within a refinery or similar industrial environment

Previous experience at the Whiting refinery is strongly preferred, including familiarity with site operations, maintenance procedures, and turnaround processes

Experience supporting refinery turnarounds, shutdowns, or planned outages

Strong understanding of electrical and instrumentation systems, maintenance practices, and field execution

Experience developing I&E job notes, work packages, and detailed execution plans

Ability to interpret electrical drawings, schematics, P&IDs, and technical documentation

Strong field experience and practical knowledge of electrical construction, installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance

Must possess exceptional interpersonal and organizational skills

Must be able to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the future

Salaries for all positions are based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to relevant experience, total years of experience in the industry, education, skills, and qualifications. Compensation may vary depending on the candidate's individual background and expertise. Salaries are subject to fluctuation outside of the given range. The indicated range is not a commitment and meant as a guideline. All compensation, exempt or non-exempt status, and benefits will be discussed during the interview process.