Instrumentation & Controls Technician

Specific Accountabilities, Responsibilities And Duties

• Collaborate with maintenance and operations teams to resolve control systems and process failures.
• Be the subject matter expert for the site in matters relating to control systems.
• Manage and execute EIC projects, including design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and startup.
• Provide technical expertise in troubleshooting control system failures and identifying solutions while educating peers and maintenance staff.
• Work with engineering, maintenance, and operations to make necessary changes to equipment for process improvements, system upgrades, preventative procedures, product changes, and new product launches.
• Improve equipment uptime and contribute to Plant reliability efforts.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to develop and implement standards to maintain the controls architecture and integrity.
• Provide engineering technical support to maintenance and plant operations to deliver performance, safety, and quality improvements, as well as cost savings initiatives.
• Provide leadership and supervision to engineering firms, construction contractors, and equipment vendors.
• Share technical expertise to build control knowledge and capability within the maintenance team.

Qualifications And Experience

• 5+ years of relevant experience, preferably in the power generation industry
• B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or equivalent industrial controls experience
• Effective interpersonal skills, motivation, and commitment to lead and direct others to deliver results
• Continuous improvement mindset with experience delivering process improvements
• Strong working knowledge of Rockwell Automation / Allen-Bradley suite or similar of PLC and controls products (e.g., ControlLogix, PanelView, Factory Talk, Asset Centre, VFDs)
• Strong working knowledge of industrial controls networks (e.g., Ethernet IP)
• Strong working knowledge of process instrumentation
• Working knowledge of OT (Operational Technology) systems and hardware
• Ability to develop, read, and interpret electrical drawings
• Working knowledge of industrial power and lighting applications, electrical safety, and power distribution
• Ability to travel up to 66% of the time (Farmville, Wilson, LaGrange)
• Must possess a valid driver’s license

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Physical requirements include standing for extended periods requiring stair and ladder climbing and routinely lifting to 50 pounds.
• Protective equipment must be worn in the performance of some duties (e.g., hard hats, safety glasses, air masks, ear protection, chemical suits, hot gloves, and high voltage protective equipment, etc.).
• Work with hazardous materials may be required.
• All personnel will participate in a post-offer physical examination and drug screening and post-employment random drug screening.
• There are extensive smoking restrictions in and around the facility.