Engineer, I/E

LyondellBasell
Houston, TX

LyondellBasell is a leader in the global chemical industry creating solutions for everyday sustainable living. With a nearly 70-year legacy that includes a Nobel Prize in Chemistry and our proprietary MoReTec recycling technology, LYB is enabling a more sustainable future for generations to come. LYB develops high-quality and innovative products for applications ranging from sustainable transportation and food safety to clean water and quality healthcare. LYB places high priority on diversity, equity and inclusion and is Advancing Good with an emphasis on our planet, the communities where we operate and our future workforce. We're addressing the global challenges of ending plastic waste, taking climate action, and supporting a thriving society, while generating value for our customers, investors, and society.

Come Join an Inclusive Team

As a member of SCADA/I&E team, the Instrument and Electrical Engineer will provide technical support of instrumentation, controls, PLCs, control systems (SCADA), Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS), electrical systems and other supporting equipment to pipeline area engineers, discipline SMEs, maintenance and operations. This includes support of reliability improvements, expense, and capital projects. Candidate will work closely with Process Engineering, Operations, Capital Project, and Maintenance personnel in the execution of these duties.

A Day in the Life

• Applies data analysis techniques to develop engineering solutions to repetitive failures and other problems that adversely affect pipeline operations including capacity, quality, cost, and regulatory compliance issues
• Develops and maintain Preventive (PM) and Predictive (PdM) Maintenance Plans and associated maintenance procedures or work instructions
• Supports development of obsolescence and Long-Range Plans, which includes identification of Bad Actor equipment and development of mitigation plans (i.e. PLC upgrades, SIS, etc.)
• Supports Capital project organization in developing scope, participate in detailed design, and testing and execution phases of projects
• Enforces application of corporate, industry, and company standards and procedures
• Maintains awareness of emerging technology, assessing applicability to improve reliability and performance, or to reduce maintenance cost
• Leads / Participates in formal and informal incident investigation teams as required
• Provides technical support to maintenance and operations on technical requirements and issues with pipeline instrument and electrical systems as well as control systems (SCADA)
• Ensures Data Management Systems are updated accordingly (i.e. SAP, Documentum, Instrument Spec Sheets (SI), Controlled Drawings and Documents)
• Mentors Co-op Engineering students and participate in the on-boarding process
• Creates Management of Change documents and lead evaluations for I&E Reliability initiatives
• Supports the maintenance and operation of all SIS systems (Modicon, Honeywell, etc.)

You Bring This Value

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering or applicable technical degree
• Technical expertise of Instrumentation, Electrical Systems, Control Systems and associated equipment
• Typically has a minimum of 10 years’ experience with Instrumentation and Electrical Systems
• Preferred experience with Schneider Electric Modicon PLCs, Emerson Delta-V (DCS), Allen-Bradley PLCs, and Aviva OaSys SCADA system.
• Functional Safety certification preferred; certification to be completed once hired if not currently held
• Experience using Smart Instrumentation (SI)
• Advanced level of interpersonal capability to provide timely and effective problem solving
• Strong customer focus in order to understand priorities and ensure key business objectives are met in Safety, Reliability, and Maintenance Discipline
• Experience using Microsoft Office programs (i.e., Word, Excel, Power Point)
• Commitment to GoalZERO Safety vision
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Good leadership and organizational skills
• Self-motivation and high initiative

What We Offer

LyondellBasell is proud to provide a competitive total compensation package designed to reward excellence and support the well-being of our employees. Our Total Rewards package includes equitable and market-competitive base pay as well as locally relevant incentives, fostering a culture of pay-for-performance that recognizes both individual and company achievements.
We extend the following benefits to *eligible employees:
Workplace Flexibility: The Company’s Global Remote Work Policy allows eligible employees to request to work remotely up to two full days per standard work week at an approved location other than the designated worksite or office, such as at a home office with managerial approval.
Comprehensive Health, Welfare, Life and Retirement Programs: Our comprehensive programs are aligned with local practices.
6% LYB match on 401(k) contribution
5% LYB cash balance pension plan accrual
Comprehensive Well-being Benefits: Programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social health, ensuring you receive the care you need, when you need it.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan: The LYB ESPP offers a 10% discount on LYB stock for eligible employees in Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, and US.
Educational Assistance Program: To encourage self-development by providing financial aid for approved educational activities voluntarily undertaken by employees.
Bravo Rewards Program: Recognizing outstanding employee contributions.
Robust Medical and Life Insurance Packages: Offering a variety of coverage options to meet individual needs.
Professional Development: Opportunities to learn and grow through training, mentoring, work experiences, community involvement, and team building activities.
Competitive Vacation Policies: Generous annual leave to support your work-life balance.
Global Adoption Policy: Support for employees expanding their families.
Matching Gifts Program: Enhance the impact of your charitable contributions to qualified organizations.

*Eligibility for certain benefits and rewards programs will vary based on your job status, work location and/or the terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement and may be changed from time to time without notice, subject to applicable law.

Competencies

Build Partnerships

Drive Innovation

Grow Capabilities

Promote Inclusion

Motivational Fit

Technical Skills

Deliver Results

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    LyondellBasell is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. The US EEO is the Law poster is available here .

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Posted 2026-02-20

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