Controls System Technologist

We’re seeking an experienced Controls Systems Technologist to provide plantwide technical support for electrical, instrumentation, automation, controls, and high-voltage systems. This is a hands-on role for a strong troubleshooter who thrives in a fast-paced industrial environment and can take ownership of complex equipment issues and projects.

***Relocation and Sponsorship Not Available***

What You’ll Do

• Provide advanced troubleshooting support for electrical, instrumentation, and controls systems
• Troubleshoot inverters/VFDs, Coriolis flowmeters, analyzers, loss-in-weight feeders, nuclear level devices , and other critical instrumentation
• Support and maintain DCS and PLC-based control systems
• Perform installation, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of high-voltage systems up to 13.8kV
• Work with transformers, generators, circuit breakers, switchgear, controls, underground conductors, and power distribution equipment
• Splice and terminate high-voltage multiphase power cable
• Safely prepare high-voltage equipment for contractor work, including de-energizing systems and installing protective grounds
• Respond to emergency situations, including power outages and electrical system failures
• Support Management of Change ( MOC ), Process Hazard Analyses ( PHA ), and Root Cause Failure Analysis activities
• Update electrical and instrumentation drawings using Bluebeam and support equipment documentation
• Monitor equipment obsolescence and recommend replacement strategies and critical spare parts
• Develop maintenance and troubleshooting procedures and provide technical training to E&I personnel
• Utilize SAP for work notifications, inventory, and spare parts activities
• Support shutdowns and capital/maintenance projects involving critical electrical and controls equipment

Required:

• Associate degree in Industrial Electronics Technology or a related technical discipline, military technical training, OR 5–10 years of equivalent experience
• Strong background in Electrical, Instrumentation, Automation, Controls, or Industrial Maintenance
• Hands-on experience working with high-voltage systems up to 13.8kV

Preferred Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in chemical, paper, polymer, or similar process manufacturing
• SAP experience
• OSIsoft PI experience
• Maintenance planning and scheduling experience
• CADD experience
• Experience supporting DCS/PLC systems and industrial instrumentation