Shell is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer (also known internally as an Electrical Technology Engineer) to join its team in Geismar.
This role sits within the Site Technical (ST) organization and reports to the Discipline Supervisor.
The role serves as a senior technical authority on electrical engineering matters, providing deep expertise, guidance, and assurance to the Production, Maintenance, and Projects teams.
Operating within enterprise standards and technical guardrails established by Core organizations, the role retains accountability for site-level technical execution, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of electrical systems.
In addition, the role is expected to lead the resolution of complex technical issues, mentor less experienced engineers, and influence decisions across disciplines without direct authority.
The Site Electrical Engineer provides advanced electrical engineering expertise to support the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of site assets.
The role ensures that electrical systems are designed, operated, and maintained in compliance with applicable standards and regulations while enabling production reliability and long-term asset integrity.
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What you bring
Must have legal authorization to work in the US on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employer
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field. Professional Engineer (PE) licensure is a plus
At least 8 years of relevant experience
Experience in Experience with power system modeling and analysis software (e.g., ETAP), including short-circuit, protection coordination, arc flash, load flow, and equipment evaluation studies
Experience in steam turbine and/or cogeneration systems is a plus
Significant experience in electrical engineering within an industrial or chemical manufacturing environment
Strong knowledge of power distribution systems, protection schemes, motors, and hazardous area requirements
Solid understanding of HSSE principles and disciplined operations
What we offer
The base salary range for this position is $124,000 - $186,000 per year. Individual pay will be based on various factors, such as relevant work experience, education, certifications, skill level, seniority, and internal equity.
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Additionally, employees are eligible for short-term disability leave for up to 26 weeks at 100% or 50% of base pay as well as Long-Term Disability insurance. Shell also offers other compensation such financial reimbursement for adoption, wellness, education, and personal learning expenses, and some roles are eligible for discretionary long-term incentives. For interns, eligible benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, Business Travel Accident Insurance, and Occupational Accidental Death Benefit programs; participation in a 401(k) plan; and paid leave for up to 11 paid holidays. Additional information on Shell’s US benefit programs can be found at https://www.shell.us/careers/about-careers-at-shell/rewards-and-benefits.html.
You bring your skills and experience to Shell and in return you work with talented, committed people on one of the most important challenges facing our planet. You’ll have the opportunity to develop the skills you need to grow in an environment where we value honesty, integrity, and respect for one another. You’ll be able to balance your priorities as you become the best version of yourself.
Progress as a person as we work on the energy transition together
Continuously grow the transferable skills you need to get ahead
Work at the forefront of technology, trends, and practices
Collaborate with experienced colleagues with unique expertise
Achieve your balance in a values-led culture that encourages you to be the best version of yourself
Benefit from flexible working hours, and the possibility of remote/mobile working
Perform at your best with a competitive starting salary and annual performance related salary increase – our pay and benefits packages are considered to be among the best in the world.
Take advantage of paid parental leave, including for non-birthing parents
Join an organization working to become one of the most diverse and inclusive in the world. We strongly encourage applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, sexual orientation, and life experiences to apply
Grow as you progress through diverse career opportunities in national and international teams
Gain access to a wide range of training and development programs
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Shell has been in the US for more than 100 years, leading the sector in energy, petrochemicals and refined products. Today, we provide millions of Americans with the energy needed to heat and cool their homes and power the economy.
We operate in all 50 states, from our Deepwater platforms in the Gulf of America to the Pennsylvania Chemicals complex and our miles of pipelines throughout the US.
We reach our customers through our 13,000 branded retail stations, and we are number 1 in gasoline sales. We also own the #1 brand of motor oil in the U.S. – Pennzoil® – made from natural gas.
We are excited to play a key role in the move to net carbon emissions while providing the oil and gas needed by society for many decades to come.
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