E&I Technician

Key Responsibilities

• Maintenance & Repair: Lead and perform complex preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance on all instrumentation and control systems, including field devices, control valves, safety systems, flowmeters and analyzers.
• Calibration & Testing: Oversee and conduct routine and non-routine calibration and testing of instruments to ensure accuracy and reliability, using specialized test equipment and software, coordinate with OEM supplier for calibration activities.
• Troubleshooting & Diagnostics: Utilize advanced diagnostic techniques and problem-solving skills to identify the root cause of complex equipment failures and implement effective solutions to minimize downtime.
• Installation & Commissioning: Supervise and participate in the installation and commissioning of new instrumentation and automation systems, ensuring they meet project specifications and design requirements.
• Documentation & Compliance: Maintain comprehensive and accurate documentation of all maintenance activities, calibration records, and system modifications in compliance with quality systems (e.g., ISO, MI) and safety regulations (e.g., OSHA, SH&E).
• Leadership & Mentoring: Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and training junior technicians and new personnel, fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
• Collaboration & Support: Work closely with engineering, operations, and other cross-functional teams to support projects, improve system reliability, and address operational issues.
• Inventory & Planning: Assist with identifying, ordering, and managing critical spare parts inventory, and help develop detailed job plans and maintenance schedules.

Technical Knowledge:

• Proficiency in the maintenance and troubleshooting of PLCs, DCS, SCADA, and HMI systems.
• Strong understanding of various field instruments (pressure, temperature, flow, level sensors, analyzers, control valves, etc.).
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents, including P&IDs, schematics, and loop diagrams.
• Familiarity with industry standards, safety protocols, and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) such as JDE.
• Reading Diagrams: Proficiency in interpreting P&IDs (Process & Instrumentation Diagrams), electrical schematics, and wiring blueprints.
• Equipment Mastery: Experience with variable frequency drives (VFDs), motor control centers (MCCs), and 120V to 480V (or higher) power distribution.
• Safety Standards: Knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC), OSHA regulations, and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
• Hand & Power Tools: Skilled use of specialized hand tools, soldering irons, and precision testing equipment.
• Soft Skills,Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, perform RCA, excellent attention to detail, effective communication skills, and the capacity to work both independently (with minimal supervision) and as part of a team.

Qualifications & Soft Skills

• Education: Typically requires a High School Diploma or Competent Certificate or Associate’s degree in Instrumentation Technology or Electrical Engineering.
• Experience: Entry-level roles may require basic training, while journey-level positions often demand 4–5 years of industrial experience.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to apply critical thinking to diagnose root causes of complex system malfunctions.
• Physical Stamina: Must be able to work in confined spaces

Availability: Often requires being on-call for emergencies, nights, and weekends