Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Technician

Job Title : Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Technician

Employment Type: Full-time



Role Overview

We are seeking an Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Technician on behalf of our client to support the maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical power and automated control systems. In this role, you will work within an industrial plant environment to maintain low-voltage/medium-voltage (LV/MV) motors, switchgear, PLCs, and precision instrumentation, ensuring uninterrupted plant operations and safety compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Electrical Maintenance: Perform preventive maintenance, diagnostic troubleshooting, and repairs on LV/MV motors, motor control centers (MCC), LV/MV switchgear, and plant power distribution systems.

• Automation & Instrumentation: Execute PLC troubleshooting, basic programming adjustments, and calibration/repair of industrial instrumentation.

• Continuous Improvement: Identify and recommend cost-reduction or productivity-enhancing initiatives; participate in technical and safety cross-training programs.

• Safety & Compliance: Strictly adhere to facility environmental guidelines, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) protocols, and safety procedures to eliminate workplace hazards.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with process teams and external contractors to resolve technical issues and maintain a clean, organized work environment.

Candidate Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED.

• Experience: 2 to 4 years of industrial electrical/instrumentation experience, OR an equivalent combination of technical education, apprenticeship, and field experience.

• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of industrial electrical theory, low-voltage control systems, and electrical safety standards.

• Travel: Less than 10%.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate Degree or Technical Diploma in Electrical Technology, Instrumentation, or Industrial Automation.

Safety & Health Requirements:

• Ability to adhere to all safety protocols and properly utilize approved Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including tight-fitting respirators where designated.

• Note: Candidates required to wear tight-fitting respirators must maintain a facial seal in compliance with safety standards. Reasonable accommodations for religious or medical reasons will be evaluated in accordance with applicable laws.

Compensation & Comprehensive Benefits

• Base Pay: Competitive hourly wage ($(Insert Min) –$(Insert Max) / hr).

• Retirement: 401(k) plan with pre-tax and Roth after-tax savings options, plus Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance.

• Accounts: Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).

• Work-Life Balance: Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, and Paid Parental Leave (maternity/paternity).

• Professional Growth: Educational Assistance Program and continuous skills training.

Equal Opportunity & Accommodation Notice

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Recruitment Fraud Notice

Applications are processed strictly through official application portals. Our client will never request payments, purchasing fees, or sensitive banking details during the recruitment process.