Electrical / Power Engineer Position Available In East Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Tallo's Job Summary: Join a dynamic team supporting a major refining operation in Baton Rouge, LA as an Electrical/Power Engineer on a contract basis through Industrial Systems Consulting. This role requires a seasoned engineer with expertise in industrial power systems, oil and gas, or petrochemical facilities. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, maintaining, and upgrading electrical systems to ensure reliability, safety, and performance. Qualifications include a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, a minimum of 10 years of experience in power engineering, and proficiency in electrical system design and reliability engineering. Preferred certifications include a Professional Engineer (PE) license and OSHA 10 or 30-Hour Certification.
Job Description
Job Title:
Electrical /
Power Engineer Location:
Baton Rouge, LA Employment Type:
Contract (via Industrial Systems Consulting)
Overview:
Join a dynamic team supporting a major refining operation in Baton Rouge, LA. We’re looking for a seasoned Electrical / Power Engineer with a solid foundation in industrial power systems and a working knowledge of oil and gas or petrochemical facilities . This role is critical to maintaining and optimizing the reliability, safety, and performance of the site’s electrical infrastructure across all voltage levels.
Key Responsibilities:
Deliver engineering expertise to troubleshoot, maintain, and upgrade electrical systems, including motors, transformers, switchgear, and MCCs in a refinery setting Evaluate and maintain medium- and low-voltage distribution systems (13.8kV, 4.16kV, 480V and below), with a focus on safe and continuous operations Participate in Root Cause Failure Analyses (RCFA) to identify and eliminate recurring issues within electrical assets Contribute to project scope development and provide technical reviews of electrical components for both capital and maintenance projects Ensure compliance with industry codes and standards (NEC, IEEE, NFPA) and adhere to OSHA safety regulations and site-specific requirements Update and review key documentation, including one-line diagrams, schematics, load lists, and protection coordination studies Work cross-functionally with operations, maintenance, construction, and external vendors to ensure safe, efficient execution of projects and fieldwork Support turnaround planning and electrical execution strategy, including energization sequencing and QA/QC during field activities Champion the site’s safety culture and operational excellence initiatives in all engineering activities
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (required) Minimum 10 years of experience in power engineering within refining, petrochemical, utility, or heavy industrial environments Proficient in electrical system design, reliability engineering, and protection strategies Familiar with engineering tools such as ETAP or SKM PowerTools (preferred) Knowledge of hazardous area classifications and arc flash analysis best practices Strong communication, collaboration, and technical documentation skills
Preferred Certifications:
Professional Engineer (PE) license (preferred) OSHA 10 or 30-Hour Certification (Construction or General Industry)
