I&E Technician

Location: Ingleside, TX - ASU

About the role

Air Liquide Large Industries provides industrial gas and energy solutions vital to customers' industrial production. We own and operate over 2,000 miles of industrial gas pipelines in the U.S., supplying oxygen, nitrogen, hydrogen, and syngas in large quantities to major customers in chemicals, petrochemicals, refining, and steel industries. Our pipeline operations and industrial gas production facilities are monitored 24/7 within our leading-edge operations control center in Houston, Texas.

The Instrumentation & Electrical (I&E) Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, calibrating, and repairing all plant instrumentation, electrical distribution equipment, process gas analyzers, and control systems. This role is vital to maintaining safe, reliable, and continuous cryogenic operations while optimizing process efficiency and product purity.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and preventative maintenance on a wide range of instrumentation and electrical systems, including PLCs, sensors, transmitters, motors, and control panels.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot complex electrical and instrumentation issues, identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions to minimize downtime.
• Implement and adhere to established quality management procedures and standards for all maintenance and repair activities.
• Participate in asset management activities, including tracking equipment performance, maintaining accurate records, and contributing to equipment lifecycle planning.
• Identify potential risks associated with equipment operation and maintenance, implementing mitigation strategies to ensure a safe working environment.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and other departments to ensure seamless integration of I&E systems and support overall plant objectives.
• Contribute to a positive and productive work environment by applying principles of organizational behavior and effective teamwork.
• Interpret technical drawings, schematics, and P&IDs to facilitate troubleshooting and maintenance tasks.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant safety regulations, company policies, and environmental standards.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in industrial instrumentation and electrical maintenance.
• Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues.
• Demonstrated understanding of Asset Management principles and practices.
• Familiarity with Quality Management systems and their application in an industrial setting.
• Ability to identify and mitigate risks associated with I&E equipment and operations.
• Knowledge of Organizational Behavior principles to foster effective teamwork and communication.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation, including electrical schematics and P&IDs.
• Strong commitment to safety and environmental compliance.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Relevant technical certifications or associate's degree in instrumentation, electrical technology, or a related field preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match.
• Tuition Assistance.
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time.
• Benefits start on the first day of employment.