Maintenance Electrical and Instrumentation Technician

About the Company

Solenis is a leading global provider of water and hygiene solutions. The company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, cleaners, disinfectants, and state-of-the-art monitoring, control, and delivery systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, Solenis has 78 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs over 23,000 professionals in more than 160 countries across six continents.

About the Role

The Maintenance Electrical and Instrumentation (E/I) Technician will maintain plant electrical equipment and process instrumentation in the VFA plant to ensure safe and continuous operation. This role involves daily collaboration with Operations, Engineering, and Contractors to support continuous production once the VFA plant is commissioned. Prior to commissioning, the E/I Technician will support plant testing, commissioning, and startup alongside existing site E/I Techs, plant support personnel, and contractors. The role will eventually transition to a rotating 12-hour shift schedule, though the first 1–2 years will follow a Monday–Friday daytime schedule.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing, troubleshooting, calibration, configuration, repair, and replacement of plant electrical equipment and process instrumentation and control systems for the VFA plant, including gathering and analyzing data to determine causes using technical manuals, configuration documents, and drawings.
• Maintain plant equipment, including process transmitters, control valves, I/O equipment, automated valves, motors, switchgear, motor control centers, lighting, switches, electrical distribution equipment, transformers, and special purpose equipment.
• Conduct work activities in a manner that protects the safety and health of employees, visitors, and the environment as established by company policies and procedures.
• Complete and update documentation in equipment records, databases, and drawings to meet regulatory and Solenis requirements.
• Assist in commissioning and startup activities for the new plant, including contributing to procedure development, participating in trainings, walking down equipment post-construction, and troubleshooting issues.
• Recommend tools, equipment, or methods to improve the safety, timeliness, or reliability of system repairs.
• Follow written and verbal instructions with minimal direct supervision to meet daily goals.
• Manage all waste streams (non-hazardous, hazardous, and recyclable material) properly under RCRA and plant guidelines.

Success Criteria

• Ensure the integrity and reliability of plant electrical and instrumentation infrastructure and process automation systems.
• Perform maintenance work (install, maintain, repair) on electrical equipment and instrumentation at a skilled level.
• Thrive within a fast-paced, commercially driven environment.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping in the work area.
• Utilize computer-based systems to perform administrative and maintenance-related tasks.
• Demonstrate a full working knowledge of basic equipment associated with chemical processes.
• Hold certification or sufficient industrial experience to be classed as a skilled employee in the electrical and/or instrumentation field.
• Stay clean-shaven daily for respirator usage.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of electrical/instrumentation experience in an industrial plant, preferably in chemical operations.
• Familiarity with DeltaV distributed control systems (DCS) is a plus.
• Thorough understanding of P&IDs, loop drawings, and electrical drawings.
• Experience with troubleshooting, equipment set-up, instrument calibration, and maintenance methods.
• Familiarity with test equipment and measuring instruments used with instrumentation and electrical equipment.
• Ability to lift 55 pounds, perform excessive walking, bending, kneeling, crawling, squatting, and continuous climbing of stairs; operate a forklift and cleaning equipment.
• Capability to perform basic mathematics, including fractions, decimals, and understanding of different units of measure.
• Ability to follow direction and communicate across multiple departments.
• Able to perform duties in all types of PPE up to an encapsulated suit, work in confined spaces, and at elevated heights.
• Capable of meeting respiratory protection physical standards and fit test requirements, and become qualified under the site Respiratory Protection program.
• Must complete HAZWOPER training and serve on the site Emergency Response Team (ERT).
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting experience.
• Prior experience with Preventive and Predictive Maintenance preferred.
• Experience using PCs and Microsoft Office.
• Preferred working knowledge of SAP.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401K.
• Numerous opportunities for professional growth and development.

Pay

The expected compensation range for this position is between $63,830.00 and $93,610.00 plus discretionary bonuses. The exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and other factors permitted by law.

Schedule

The first 1–2 years will follow a Monday–Friday daytime schedule. The role will eventually transition to a rotating 12-hour shift schedule.