E&I Project Specialist

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Job Description

Albemarle is hiring for an E&I Project Specialist. This position is based out of the Kings Mountain, NC site but will also support the Silver Peak, NV site, with field presence as needed during construction and startup activities.

The E&I Project Specialist is a project execution role supporting Albemarle’s US Energy Storage capital portfolio. This position provides electrical and instrumentation (E&I) design development and field execution leadership for site capital projects, ensuring systems are safely installed, commissioned, and turned over to operations.

This role functions as a hybrid between design support and field supervision—developing construction-ready deliverables while overseeing contractors performing installation, checkout, and startup of E&I systems. The position emphasizes constructability, installation quality, and field coordination and requires strong hands-on industrial E&I experience.

What You Will Do

Project Execution & Field Leadership

Support delivery of E&I scope across capital projects from design through construction, commissioning, and handover

Provide field leadership during construction, including contractor oversight, work coordination, and installation verification

Ensure all work is executed in accordance with project scope, site standards, and safety requirements

Serve as the primary E&I field point-of-contact for project teams, contractors, and operations

Identify and resolve field issues, including constructability challenges and design gaps

E&I Design Development & Construction Packages

Develop construction work packages to support contractor execution, including:

Location plans and routing drawings

Installation details and termination drawings

Instrument indexes, loop diagrams, and I/O lists

Scope of work documentation for contractors

Support development of P&IDs, control strategies, and system designs in coordination with engineering

Ensure designs are practical, constructible, and aligned with standards and specification

Equipment Specification & Procurement Support

Specify and support procurement of instrumentation and electrical equipment, including:

Process instrumentation (flow, pressure, level, analyzers, control valves)

Electrical equipment (lighting, transformers, MCCs, VFDs, motor control systems)

Coordinate with procurement and vendors to ensure complete and accurate technical scope

Review vendor submittals for alignment with project and site requirement

Installation, Commissioning & Startup

Lead or support installation, checkout, and commissioning of new E&I systems

Coordinate loop checks, system testing, and functional verification

Support troubleshooting and optimization of installed systems during startup

Ensure proper documentation, punch list closure, and turnover to operations

Planning, Estimating & Coordination

Support project planning activities including estimating, scheduling, and work sequencing

Participate in constructability reviews and contribute to execution planning

Coordinate across disciplines (mechanical, civil, process, operations) to ensure alignment of E&I scope

Safety & Compliance

Champion safety-first execution by leading safety tailgates and reinforcing safe work practices

Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards (OSHA, NFPA 70E, NEC, etc.)

Support hazard identification efforts and ensure safe installation and startup of systems

What You Bring

Required:

Education

Technical training, associate degree, or equivalent practical experience in Electrical, Instrumentation, or related field

Experience

10-20+ years of experience in industrial plant environments with hands-on E&I responsibilities

Strong background in instrumentation installation, electrical systems, and process control environments

Experience supporting capital projects, maintenance projects, or construction activities

Demonstrated experience overseeing contractors and coordinating field execution

Technical Skills

Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, electrical drawings, and control system documentation

Strong knowledge of:

Process instrumentation and control systems

Low- and medium-voltage electrical systems

Motor control systems, MCCs, and VFDs

Working knowledge of applicable codes and standards (OSHA, NFPA 70E, NEC)

Proficiency with standard business and documentation tools (Excel, Word, SAP or equivalent

Leadership & Interpersonal

Strong field leadership presence with ability to direct and coordinate contractor activities

Effective communicator across engineering, construction, and operations teams

Team-oriented with a strong customer focus and commitment to project outcomes

Practical problem solver with ability to make timely, field-driven decisions #LI-JH3

Benefits of Joining Albemarle

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

A diverse array of resources to support you professionally and personally.

We are partners to one another in pioneering new ways to be better for ourselves, our teams, and our communities. When you join Albemarle, you become our most essential element and you can anticipate competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and resources that foster your well-being and fuel your personal growth. Help us shape the future, build with purpose and grow together.