I&E Technician
About the Role
This position provides instrument and electrical technical support to construction, plant facilities, and field operations. The role involves repairing, installing, troubleshooting, and performing predictive and preventative maintenance on control systems, natural gas compression or pump stations, SCADA, and other equipment within gas and liquid facilities and pipelines. Additionally, the position includes inspecting, troubleshooting, and maintaining process control systems such as PLCs or DCS and similar equipment.
Responsibilities
- Install, diagnose, and maintain SCADA systems, plant, pipeline, and compressor instrument and electrical equipment components in compliance with the Partnership’s procedures and regulatory requirements.
- Install, diagnose, and maintain pneumatic and intelligent instruments, electrical distribution systems, motor control gear, and associated equipment software.
- Install, diagnose, and maintain PLCs or DCS systems and process or safety controls.
- Read and interpret manuals, policies, engineering standards, regulations, drawings, and schematics, including electrical, pneumatic, and P&IDs.
- Test, calibrate, and document plant and compressor station control and safety devices per DOT 192, DOT 193, DOT 195, or applicable PSM 1910 requirements, ensuring preventative maintenance tasks are current.
- Participate in call-out/on-call requirements.
- Actively participate in partnership safety programs and initiatives.
- Perform specialized technical skills (e.g., develop complex design projects, cost estimates, evaluate electrical systems, build and maintain ESD systems, maintain gas turbine or skid unit control systems).
- Provide work direction, oversight, and inspect work performed by third-party contractors.
- Mentor and oversee less qualified employees.
- Provide accurate written and electronic reporting.
- Comply with partnership safety policies and procedures.
- Perform energy isolation lockout/tagout procedures (LOTO).
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Relevant industry experience:
- Level C: 0 – 2 years
- Level B: 2 – 4 years
- Level A: 4+ years
- Valid driver’s license with a demonstrated safe driving record.
- Ability to maintain motor controls, relay logic, RTUs, and I&E associated end-devices.
- Proficiency with MS Office Suite, including Outlook and Word.
- Experience using software to troubleshoot, design, or configure control solutions specific to InTouch Wonderware, Factory Talk, Allen Bradley RSLogix, or Delta V.
- Extensive knowledge of DOT 192, DOT 193, and DOT 195 as they pertain to required testing and documentation for plants, compressor stations, pipelines, and/or facilities.
- Demonstrated understanding of the National Electric Code and OSHA 1910 as it relates to electrical systems.
Preferred Qualifications
- State Electrical License.
- Associate’s Degree in Instrumentation.
- Related software and system certifications (e.g., Factory Talk, Delta V).
Working Conditions
- Occasional exposure to heat, cold, and other adverse weather conditions.
- Work may include confined spaces and require heavy lifting in excess of 75 lbs with or without assistance.
- Work in and around industrial and construction settings, which may include hazardous products, processes, materials, chemicals, extreme temperatures, and loud machinery. Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required, including respirators.
- Work on and around equipment and facilities requiring knowledge of and adherence to safe work procedures and practices.
- Subject to call-outs to respond to operational issues and emergencies after working hours, at night, weekends, and holidays.
- Reliable attendance at work.
- Occasional overnight travel may be required.
Benefits
- Industry-leading compensation.
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- 401(k) match with additional profit sharing.
- Paid time off (PTO).
- Abundant career opportunities.
Energy Transfer is recognized by Forbes as one of America’s best large employers and is dedicated to community commitments, including MD Anderson Children’s Cancer Hospital, The Salvation Army, The American Red Cross, Ronald McDonald House, and many more.