Electrical Reliability Engineer/Sr Electrical Reliability Engineer

Electrical Reliability Engineer / Sr Electrical Reliability Engineer

Sunoco LP is a leading energy infrastructure and fuel distribution master limited partnership operating across 32 countries and territories in North America, the Greater Caribbean, and Europe. The Partnership’s midstream operations include an extensive network of approximately 14,000 miles of pipeline and over 160 terminals. This critical infrastructure complements the Partnership’s fuel distribution operations, which distribute over 15 billion gallons annually to approximately 11,000 Sunoco and partner‑branded retail locations, as well as independent dealers and commercial customers.

At Sunoco, we take great pride in what we do and wholeheartedly believe our employees drive success for our company and our customers. We are always looking for the best and brightest talent and we are committed to making your job a challenging and rewarding experience.

Summary

This position will be responsible for developing and providing maintenance expertise to operations and project engineering. The position will manage the electrical preventative maintenance program for pipelines and terminal facilities located in the US and some international locations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Work with project managers, the Terminal Reliability group, operations, maintenance, contract engineering firms, customers, contractors, vendors, and inspectors. Communicate and interact effectively with other disciplines to execute the maintenance program.

Supervise contract personnel, engineering firms, integrators, vendors, and electrical contractors as needed.

Develop Preventive Maintenance Plans for electrical equipment.

Develop standard procedures and checklists for preventive maintenance activities that can be loaded into CMMS.

Develop and maintain a list of qualified vendors to perform electrical maintenance.

Evaluate, properly apply, and provide training for vendor products.

Exhibit excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to take initiative and make decisions.

Excellent PC skills with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Project, Outlook, and Excel.

Effective analytical and problem‑solving skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to proof work for accuracy. Prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently to meet deadlines.

Work independently with little supervision.

Maintain Asset Inventory data for existing electrical equipment.

Support the Site MOC process, including reliability approval of new or modified electrical system designs and changes to electrical system care plans.

Lead reliability investigations for electrical equipment failures, applying the RCA process and corrective action plans.

Collaborate with Operations Leaders to understand and set priorities for electrical equipment/system repairs impacting reliability.

Build strategy around electrical reliability system training and knowledge support; create and deliver training to develop the technical capabilities of the maintenance and operations team.

Identify programs and initiatives around overhead electrical distribution lines to drive reliability improvements.

Technical expertise: Strong knowledge of electrical systems, equipment, and components including transformers, switchgear, MCC, VFD, and electric motors.

Electrical Reliability – Technical Duties

Manage budget and cost tracking for individual maintenance programs.

Oversee MV VFDs, oil‑filled transformers, and IR scanning.

Perform facility assessments to monitor and record condition of electrical equipment and verify/update facility electrical documentation (one‑lines, area classification, arc flash labeling, etc.).

Develop Facility PM plans based on equipment condition and risk assessment.

Assist with scheduling and interpreting arc flash studies.

Assist with critical spare parts program (e.g., VFD).

Provide general electrical engineering support.

Support both business units.

Required to travel approximately 30% of the time.

Requirements

Education: Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering. PE is preferred.

Experience: 3–6 years of relevant job‑related experience for the Engineer level; 6–10 years for the Senior Engineer level. Minimum 5 years of electrical/instrumentation/controls (EIC) engineering and project management experience in a terminal/pipeline/petrochemical/offshore environment.

Motor control and variable frequency drives up to 5 kV.

Knowledge of NEC, API 500, hazardous (Class 1) locations.

NFPA 70E and 70B knowledge.

Experience with Piping and Instrument Diagrams, construction drawings, one‑line diagrams, cable schedules, PLC panel layout drawings, loop diagrams, ISA data sheets, etc.

Preferred Qualifications (not required)

Beneficial experience in electrical power distribution (12.47–34.5 kV), power modeling tools (SKM, Etap).

Predictive and preventative maintenance care plans and electrical distribution ITPM programs.

Working Conditions

• Normal office working conditions and field work.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time due to prolonged sitting or standing.
• Occasional overnight travel may be required.
• Visits to industrial or manufacturing settings, which may include exposure to various materials and chemicals, extreme temperatures, and loud machinery, requiring appropriate personal protective equipment.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Sunoco is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants on the basis of any actual or perceived legally protected characteristics under federal, state, or local law. The partnership will make reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities when feasible.

Disclaimer

The statements listed in this job posting, which are subject to change, are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

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