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Back Electrical Reliability Engineer
Engineering Spartanburg, South Carolina Professional Direct Hire Sep 22, 2026
HTI is seeking an experienced Electrical Reliability Engineer with an established chemical and polymer manufacturer in Spartanburg, SC. This role supports a large, continuous-process operation producing polyester resin and staple fiber, with a strong focus on improving the reliability of electrical, instrumentation, and controls systems across both legacy and modern production equipment. The position is Direct Hire, day shift, with a salary range of $115,000-$125,000 depending on experience.
What They Offer:
Comprehensive medical coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina, with multiple plan options
Dental and vision coverage options
401(k) retirement plan through Fidelity
HSA option with employer contribution annually
Employer-paid Life and AD&D insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP), telemedicine, nurse advocacy, and additional voluntary benefits
What You Need:
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
10+ years of electrical engineering/reliability experience in chemical, petrochemical, polymer, or similar continuous-process manufacturing
Hands-on troubleshooting experience with 480V industrial electrical systems, motors, VFDs, instrumentation, and legacy production equipment
Strong electrical troubleshooting experience in chemical, polymer, petrochemical, fiber/textile, pulp & paper, or similar continuous-process manufacturing
Working knowledge of HART instrumentation, NEC/NFPA requirements, and electrical safety practices
Experience with reliability tools such as RCFA, FMEA, failure analysis, condition monitoring, and equipment replacement/obsolescence strategies
Ability to work across maintenance, operations, engineering, and EHS while supporting technicians and driving reliability improvements
What Your Role Will Look Like:
The Electrical Reliability Engineer will be a hands-on technical resource for electrical reliability across a continuous chemical/polymer manufacturing operation. The role will support equipment throughout polymerization, resin/chip production, extrusion and spinning, fiber processing, and downstream finishing operations. Much of the work will involve aging and legacy equipment, so the right person should be comfortable troubleshooting existing systems while identifying practical upgrades that improve uptime, safety, and long-term asset reliability.
Troubleshoot electrical and equipment reliability issues across 480V systems, motors, VFDs, instrumentation, PLC-controlled equipment, extruders, spinning equipment, and related production systems
Lead small electrical and instrumentation projects, including replacement of obsolete VFDs, PLCs, HMIs, instruments, and related components
Analyze recurring equipment failures and develop corrective actions using RCFA, FMEA, Pareto analysis, condition monitoring, and other reliability methods
Develop reliability project scopes and practical replacement strategies based on equipment condition, operational needs, risk, and lifecycle considerations
Review safety and process interlocks/Safety Instrumented Systems and partner with EHS to support OSHA, NEC, NFPA, and site compliance requirements
Maintain reliability KPIs and equipment documentation while improving plant systems, maintenance strategies, and digital work processes
Support and train maintenance/E&I technicians on troubleshooting methods, equipment operation, and reliability improvements
Build knowledge of the site high-voltage distribution system (100kV to 12.47kV to 480V) and serve as site Radiation Safety Officer after company-provided training
About HTI
Human Technologies, Inc. (HTI) has been a trusted partner since 1999, collaborating with leading companies to deliver tailored solutions for workforce management, development, and retention. HTI is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/D/F/V/SO .
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Worksite address
spartanburg, SC, 29302, US
Who can apply
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