Instrument & Electrical Planner / Scheduler

About the Role

Wood is seeking an experienced Instrumentation & Electrical (I&E) professional to join our Contract Maintenance Planning team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in industrial electrical and instrumentation maintenance and troubleshooting as well as planning work packages for execution in the field. You will be working on small cap facility-based projects in an active chemical manufacturing plant as part of the Bishop, TX capital projects group. This opportunity is an onsite, full-time role with opportunities for overtime.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed maintenance work packages for Instrumentation and Electrical work activities.
• Review maintenance notifications and work orders for proper scope definition.
• Plan labor, materials, tools, permits, and equipment required for maintenance activities.
• Coordinate with Operations, Reliability, Maintenance.
• Plan turnaround and shutdown planning activities.
• Review technical drawings, electrical schematics, loop diagrams, P&IDs, and equipment documentation.
• Procure materials and coordinate parts availability through SAP.
• Monitor backlog health and prioritize work based on plant needs.
• Assist with schedule readiness and work package quality reviews.
• Utilize data and reporting tools to track maintenance performance and planning effectiveness.
• Continuously identify opportunities to improve maintenance practices, reliability, and productivity.

Qualifications

Expected Technical Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of industrial Instrumentation and/or Electrical maintenance experience.
• Strong understanding of:
  • Instrument calibration and troubleshooting
  • Process control systems
  • Electrical distribution systems
  • Motors and motor controls
  • VFDs
  • PLCs and DCS systems
  • Loop checks and commissioning
  • Preventive and predictive maintenance practices

Systems Knowledge:

• Working knowledge of SAP Maintenance Module (PM) is helpful.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Basic understanding of Power BI reporting and dashboards.
• Ability to navigate and interpret maintenance data and performance metrics.

Skills:

• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with craftsmen, supervisors, engineers, and operations personnel.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous maintenance planning or scheduling experience.
• Experience using SAP PM for work management and maintenance planning.
• Familiarity with reliability-centered maintenance practices.
• Experience supporting plant shutdowns, turnarounds, and major maintenance events.

What We Can Offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across renewables and emerging energy sectors.
• Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team, and individual needs.
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice.
• Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market.
• Flexible benefits package that can be adapted to suit your lifestyle.
• Commitment to continued professional development through development plans tailored to individual needs and interests.
• Global connections with leading industry experts around the world who are shaping the standards of our profession.