Electrical and Instrumentation Technician I

About the role

An E&I technician, or Electrical and Instrumentation Technician, is a skilled tradesperson who specializes in the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical and instrumentation systems in industrial environments. These systems include things like power distribution systems, control systems, and process control instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Performing preventative and corrective maintenance on electrical and instrumentation equipment.
• Diagnosing and resolving problems within electrical and instrumentation systems.
• Repairing or replacing faulty equipment.
• Calibrating and testing instruments and equipment.
• Installing new equipment or upgrading existing systems.
• Reading and interpreting technical drawings and schematics to understand systems and identify issues.
• Adhering to safety regulations and procedures.

Requirements

• Strong understanding of electrical principles, circuits, and electronic components.
• Familiarity with various types of instruments, including sensors, transmitters, and control devices.
• Ability to diagnose and solve complex technical issues.
• Proficiency in using tools, equipment, and software related to electrical and instrumentation work.
• Understanding and adhering to safety protocols and procedures.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical diploma in electrical technology, instrumentation, industrial automation, electronics, or a related field.
• Three or more years of electrical and instrumentation maintenance experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Experience troubleshooting PLC-based control systems, preferably Allen-Bradley ControlLogix or similar platforms.
• Experience with motor control centers, AC/DC motors, variable-frequency drives, and industrial power-distribution systems.
• Experience calibrating and troubleshooting pressure, temperature, flow, and level instrumentation.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, loop diagrams, wiring diagrams, and equipment manuals.
• Working knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic, and process-control systems.
• Experience using diagnostic and calibration equipment, including multimeters, meggers, loop calibrators, and HART communicators.
• Familiarity with computerized maintenance management systems such as SAP or Maximo.
• Knowledge of the National Electrical Code, NFPA 70E, OSHA requirements, and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Experience supporting equipment installations, commissioning, planned shutdowns, and preventive or predictive maintenance activities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Schedule

Availability to work rotating shifts, weekends, overtime, and callouts as operational needs require.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance through United Healthcare
• 401K Retirement Plan with 3% annual company contribution
• Paid Time Off and 9 Company Holidays
• $25,000 Company-provided life insurance