Job DescriptionE&I Engineer (Electrical & Instrumentation - Reliability Focus)Millsdale, IL | On-site
Own the reliability of an entire site's electrical systems
We're hiring an E&I Engineer to serve as the technical authority for site electrical systems - driving reliability, preventing failures, and ensuring safe, efficient operations.
This is a hands-on, high-impact role where you'll move beyond reactive maintenance to root cause problem-solving and long-term system improvement.
What you'll do- Own performance of medium & low voltage systems across the site
- Lead root cause failure analysis (RCFA) and eliminate repeat issues
- Drive preventive & predictive maintenance (PM/PdM) strategies
- Support capital projects (design review, equipment selection, scoping)
- Ensure compliance with NFPA, IEEE, NEMA, and hazardous area standards
- Develop and maintain one-lines, schematics, and electrical documentation
QualificationsWhat you likely haveExperience working with:- Motors, drives, switchgear, and plant power distribution systems
- Protection relays and electrical protection systems
- Electrical safety practices (arc flash awareness preferred, but not a primary focus)
Ability to:- Read and update one-lines, schematics, and loop diagrams
- Troubleshoot issues in a real-world plant environment - not just from a desk
Mindset:- Strong troubleshooting approach with a focus on fixing issues for good, not quick fixes
- Comfortable partnering with maintenance and operations teams
- Confident acting as a site-wide electrical subject matter expert
Experience:- 3+ years' experience E&I, electrical, or reliability roles
Education- Bachelor's Degree and 3+ years' experience
- or Associates/Technical Degree and 7+ years' experience in E&I, electrical, or reliability roles
- ISA or EPRI Instrumentation Certification Preferred
Why this role- Be the go-to electrical expert for a manufacturing site
- Drive real uptime, safety, and reliability improvements
- Work cross-functionally with operations, maintenance, and engineering
If you're someone who asks, "how do we make sure this never happens again?" - we want to talk.
Pay Range: $90,000 - $120,000+The salary range for this position is determined by considering a variety of factors such as skills, experience, qualifications, and the location of the position.
At Stepan Company our comprehensive benefits package includes:
- Discretionary Bonus
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401K with Match
- Profit Sharing
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (STD / LTD)
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Adoption Assistance
- Reactions - Recognition Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. 
