About this Senior Electrical Project Engineer role at Ingredion
About Ingredion:
Join Ingredion, where innovation impacts lives worldwide! Without even realizing it, you have experienced our work in your favorite chocolate, your pet's food, the paper you write on, and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries, we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Whether you are starting your career or bringing years of experience, there is a place for you here to make a real difference. Be part of our team that values a wide range of perspectives and is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create.
Location: Ban Khao Din Plant, Rayong, Thailand
Workplace type: On-site
Reports to: Senior Manager, Project Engineering & Reliability
Make a difference by leading high-impact electrical capital projects that improve safety, reliability, quality, energy efficiency, and operational performance at our manufacturing site.
As a Senior Electrical Project Engineer, you will lead electrical engineering activities throughout the project lifecycle, from concept development and front-end engineering through detailed design, construction, commissioning, start-up, and closeout. You will ensure electrical systems are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in compliance with company standards and local regulations. This role reports to the Senior Manager, Project Engineering & Reliability and has no direct reports.
What you will do:
Lead project execution - Manage the electrical engineering scope of capital projects from feasibility through closeout, ensuring safe, timely, and cost-effective delivery.
Design electrical systems - Develop and review medium- and low-voltage distribution, MCCs, transformers, switchgear, cables, grounding, protection systems, and related infrastructure.
Develop capital projects - Support feasibility studies, FEL/FEED deliverables, scope definition, CAPEX estimates, equipment selection, and technical specifications.
Manage contractors and consultants - Coordinate engineering consultants, EPC contractors, suppliers, technical deliverables, schedules, quality, and costs.
Support construction and commissioning - Provide field engineering support during construction, pre-commissioning, commissioning, start-up, and performance testing.
Ensure safety and compliance - Confirm designs and installations meet applicable codes, engineering standards, environmental requirements, and company safety expectations.
Improve reliability and collaborate - Enhance electrical reliability, maintainability, energy efficiency, and operational performance while partnering with Operations, Maintenance, Reliability, EHS, Automation, and Procurement.
What you will bring:
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
Minimum 7 years of experience in industrial manufacturing, food processing, chemical, petrochemical, energy, or a similar processing industry.
Experience delivering capital projects involving electrical systems and infrastructure, including FEL/FEED, EPC execution, or brownfield projects.
Knowledge of power distribution, MCCs, transformers, switchgear, protection systems, industrial electrical installations, and electrical safety requirements.
Ability to travel across multiple sites and good written and spoken English.
Who you are:
A capable project leader with strong stakeholder management, communication, and problem-solving skills.
A safety-focused engineer who applies sound technical judgment and engineering standards.
A collaborative partner who works effectively with plant teams, consultants, contractors, and suppliers.
Organized and commercially aware, with attention to schedule, cost, quality, and risk.
Knowledgeable in industrial automation, instrumentation, energy management, power-quality analysis, or electrical reliability programs; a PE license is advantageous.
Why Join Ingredion?
Discover why Ingredion is the ideal place to advance your career with rewards and benefits designed to help you thrive. Create the future with us and enjoy:
Total Rewards Package - Competitive salary and performance-based pay recognizing your contributions to our success.
Comprehensive Benefits & Wellness Support - Health, long-term savings, and resources for your physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
Career Growth - Learning, training, and development opportunities.
Employee Recognition Program - A culture of real-time appreciation, with personalized recognition rewards globally.
Employee Referral Program - Refer top talent and earn a bonus if they are hired.
Thailand Benefit - Exclusive housing loan rates with the Government Housing Bank.
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Relocation available: No
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Relocation Available:
Yes, Within Country