O&M / Instrumentation, Controls, and Electrical (IC&E) Technician

Tejas Energy Center O&M / EC&I Technician

The Tejas Energy Center, located in Houston, TX, is a 247 MW simple-cycle gas-fired generating facility with three LM6000 PC units totaling about 126 MW and one Siemens 501 D5 gas turbine rated at 121 MW. The plant features automatic generation control (AGC), evaporative cooling, water injection for NOx control, selective catalytic reduction, and Allen-Bradley PLC controls, supporting peak energy demand within ERCOT's Houston Zone.

Opportunity Summary

The O&M / Electrical, Controls, and Instrumentation (EC&I) Technician supports the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the Tejas Energy Center, a 247 MW simple-cycle facility with three LM6000 PC units and one Siemens 501 D5 gas turbine. This position combines plant operations with hands-on electrical, controls, and instrumentation maintenance.

The role performs troubleshooting, calibration, repair, and preventive maintenance on low-voltage through 480V systems, including Allen-Bradley PLCs, MCCs, switchgear, turbine controls, and instrumentation.

Electrical, Controls & Instrumentation Systems

• Troubleshoot turbine control, auxiliary, instrumentation, and electrical systems ranging from 24V instrumentation through 480V motors, MCCs, and related equipment.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on LM6000 PC units, the Siemens 501 D5 turbine, auxiliary systems, and other major plant equipment.
• Inspect, install, test, repair, and replace motors, generators, transformers, switches, wiring, instrumentation, and control equipment within assigned voltage levels.
• Interpret control logic, Allen-Bradley PLC programming, schematics, and P&IDs while using diagnostic and calibration tools to test and analyze plant systems.
• Support modifications, upgrades, and integration of turbine controls, PLC systems, instrumentation, and associated auxiliary equipment.

Operations and Equipment Support

• Operate and monitor the LM6000 PC units, Siemens 501 D5 gas turbine, and associated auxiliary and balance-of-plant systems, including turbine-generator startups, shutdowns, and normal operation within established limits.
• Manage plant control and alarm conditions, including Allen-Bradley PLC-based controls and automatic generation control (AGC), and respond appropriately to abnormal conditions.
• Support operation and maintenance of evaporative cooling, water-injection NOx control, selective catalytic reduction, and other emissions-control and auxiliary systems.
• Conduct system walkdowns using P&IDs, flow diagrams, and other technical drawings to verify equipment condition and identify operating or maintenance issues.
• Complete mechanical and electrical switching, equipment isolation, and tagging activities in accordance with approved procedures and required supervision.
• Maintain accurate operating logs, work orders, preventive and predictive maintenance records, equipment files, system diagrams, operating manuals, technical references, and other required documentation.
• Coordinate spare-parts, consumables, and inventory needs to ensure materials are available to support plant operations and maintenance activities.
• Safely operate plant vehicles, hoists, lifting equipment, hand tools, and other maintenance equipment required to perform assigned work.
• Adhere to OSHA requirements, environmental regulations, plant safety procedures, and established safe work practices while participating in training, emergency response drills, scheduled outages, and plant improvement activities.
• Collaborate with plant personnel, contractors, and vendors, and complete other duties or projects as directed by the O&M Supervisor or assigned by the Plant Manager to support safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations.

NAES Safe

Safety is a core value at NAES, and as a condition of employment, all employees are expected to remain mentally alert and work safely at all times. Employees must also adhere to all safety warnings and posted signs while on company property. Additionally, they are required to follow all NAES safety rules and procedures. Adherence to these safety responsibilities is one of the key factors in the evaluation of each employee's performance.

Working Relationships

The O&M / EC&I Technician reports to the O&M Supervisor, receives general direction from the Plant Manager, and coordinates with other plant personnel as needed.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Physical requirements include standing for extended periods of time, climbing stairs and ladders, working from elevated platforms and walkways at varying heights, and routinely lifting up to 50 pounds.

Power plant environment that may involve entering confined spaces, crawling through narrow areas, and handling hazardous materials, with exposure to fumes, extreme temperatures, and noise. Work may include high heat near equipment and varying outdoor weather conditions.

Some duties may require the use of protective equipment, which can include hard hats, safety glasses, and eye protection, air masks/respirators, ear protection, chemical suits, flame-resistant clothing (FRC), hot gloves, high-voltage protective gear, and fall protection. Fit testing for respirators may be required. Strict smoking restrictions apply in and around the facility.

Fitness for Duty

All personnel will participate in the Fitness for Duty Program, which includes a post-offer physical examination, drug screening, and post-employment random drug screening.

Work Schedule

The O&M / EC&I Technician works a rotating 12-hour shift schedule, alternating between days and nights to support continuous 24/7 operations. This position will require extended hours, flexible shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed to support plant operations and business needs and may also require callout availability. Depending on the position, on-call status may or may not apply.

Compensation

This position offers a base pay rate ranging from $ to $ per hour, along with eligibility for an annual performance bonus.

Technical Competencies and IC&E Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required. An associate degree in instrumentation, electrical technology, power plant technology, or a related field is preferred. Equivalent industry or military experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.
• Relevant experience in power generation, industrial, or manufacturing environments involving turbine operations, electrical systems, maintenance, and troubleshooting of complex plant equipment.
• Hands-on experience inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining electrical systems up to 480 volts, including motors, transformers, switchgear, MCCs, wiring, and associated control equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to operate turbine-generator and auxiliary systems, including startup and shutdown activities; experience with LM6000 PC, Siemens 501 D5, or comparable gas turbine equipment is preferred.
• Working knowledge of electrical and control systems, including Allen-Bradley PLCs, ladder logic, control logic, turbine controls, automatic generation control (AGC), and associated plant instrumentation.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting P&IDs, flow diagrams, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, blueprints, and other technical documentation used during troubleshooting and system walkdowns.
• Skilled in the use of diagnostic and calibration equipment, including multimeters, process calibrators, communicators, oscilloscopes, and related instrumentation tools.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and teamwork skills, with the ability to work effectively with plant personnel, contractors, and vendors in support of safe and reliable plant operations.
• Must possess a valid, unrestricted U.S. driver's license and ensure it remains in good standing at all times.

About NAES

NAES Corporation is a leading provider of operations, maintenance, and engineering services for energy facilities. We serve clients across the power generation, oil and gas, and renewable energy sectors throughout North America and internationally, supporting the full life cycle of power generation and other industrial facilities.

NAES is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Employment decisions are based on merit and qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, military status, USERRA-protected status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.