Electrical Instrumentation Technician

Position Summary We are seeking a skilled and safety-driven Electrical & Instrumentation Technician to support the installation, commissioning, maintenance, troubleshooting, and optimization of industrial electrical, instrumentation, and control systems throughout our production facility. This role plays a vital part in maintaining safe operations, reliable automation, accurate process monitoring, and overall operational efficiency within a fast-paced startup and manufacturing environment. This position requires the ability to work independently with minimal supervision, while senior-level technicians may also provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members. Key Responsibilities Safely install, remove, repair, test, and commission electrical and instrumentation systems and components Install, calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot industrial instrumentation including transmitters, sensors, analyzers, flow meters, transducers, and weigh scales Diagnose and resolve complex electrical, instrumentation, and control system issues through advanced troubleshooting and root cause analysis Perform loop checks, I/O verification, signal testing, and system diagnostics during commissioning, startup, and maintenance activities Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance on substations, power distribution systems, switchgear, MCCs, motors, motor controls, and AC/DC drives Install, configure, commission, troubleshoot, and replace Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) Maintain and troubleshoot industrial rectifier systems, including DC power distribution, cooling systems, controls, interlocks, and protective devices Identify and resolve rectifier-related issues such as abnormal voltage/current conditions, grounding faults, cooling failures, and control system malfunctions Support startup, shutdown, commissioning, and operational troubleshooting of rectifier systems Assist with configuration and limited programming support for PLC, HMI, SCADA, and DCS platforms Maintain accurate documentation including calibration records, loop diagrams, wiring schematics, rectifier settings, and as-built drawings Adhere to all SOPs, lockout/tagout procedures, and electrical safety standards Participate in safety initiatives, environmental programs, preventive maintenance activities, and continuous improvement efforts Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior electrical and instrumentation personnel as needed Support a 24/7/365 operational environment, including shift work as required Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent required One of the following experience/education combinations: 8+ years of industrial electrical or fixed plant electrician experience; OR Completion of a certified Electronics, Electrical, or Instrumentation program (typically 4 years) with 4+ years of relevant industrial experience; OR Associate degree or trade certification with 6+ years of relevant industrial electrical and/or instrumentation experience Strong ability to read and interpret P&IDs, electrical schematics, loop diagrams, and technical manuals Advanced troubleshooting and problem-solving skills involving electrical, instrumentation, and process control systems Strong working knowledge of industrial power distribution systems, motor controls, VFDs, instrumentation, and automation systems Experience working independently with minimal supervision and determining appropriate solutions for non-routine assignments Ability to mentor and support less experienced technicians Hands-on experience with PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, rectifiers, and AC/DC control systems Experience working with 480V motor control systems, switchgear, and controls Preferred Qualifications Experience working with medium-voltage electrical equipment Experience in chemical processing, metallurgical processing, or other heavy industrial manufacturing environments #J-18808-Ljbffr