Instrumentation Technician

Electra Battery Materials Corporation; Temiskaming Shores; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Electra Battery Materials Corporation is seeking an Instrumentation Technician for our cobalt refinery operations in Ontario. The role focuses on installing, calibrating and maintaining instrumentation and control systems to ensure reliability and safety.

The position requires a minimum of 3 years in instrumentation, with knowledge of PLC/DCS/SCADA systems, and strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, complemented by post-secondary education in Instrumentation field.
• 447A Instrumentation and Control Technician designation is an asset.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience.
• Strong understanding of instrumentation & control theory: electrical, electronic, pneumatic, mechanical fundamentals.
• Instrumentation experience in an industrial environment is an asset.
• Skills in process control systems: PLCs, DCS, possibly SCADA systems.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Innovative problem-solving skills and ability to take calculated risks to improve operating efficiencies.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, calibrate, and repair instrumentation and control systems in refinery operations.
• Maintain records of calibrations and maintenance per refinery standards.
• Configure, calibrate, and test transmitters, sensors, and control valves.
• Troubleshoot instrumentation malfunctions and identify root causes.
• Support programming of DCS/PLC systems and other control equipment.

Skills

Instrumentation theory

PLC/DCS/SCADA

Team collaboration

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Education

Instrumentation education

Tools

PLCs

DCS

SCADA

MS Office

Job description

Position Status: This position is being advertised to fill an existing vacancy.

Rate of Pay: Hourly wage range of $38.00-$48.00, commensurate with experience, skills, and qualifications.

About Electra Battery Materials

Electra is a leader in advancing North America’s critical minerals supply chain for lithium-ion batteries. The Company’s primary focus is constructing North America’s only cobalt sulfate refinery, as part of a phased strategy to onshore critical minerals refining and reduce reliance on foreign supply chains. In addition to the Refinery, Electra holds a significant land package in Idaho’s Cobalt Belt, including its Iron Creek project and surrounding properties, positioning the Company as a potential cornerstone for North American cobalt and copper production. Electra is also advancing black mass recycling opportunities to recover critical materials from end-of-life batteries, while continuing to evaluate growth opportunities in nickel refining and other downstream battery materials.

Responsibilities

Below is a list of primary duties and responsibilities for the Instrumentation Technician position at the Cobalt Refinery:

• Install, maintain, calibrate, and repair instrumentation and control systems used in Refinery operations (i.e. flow, pressure, temperature, level, analytical instruments);
• Perform at a level which meets or exceeds Key Performance Indicators as issued by management;
• Conduct routine preventive maintenance and inspections to ensure reliability of instrumentation equipment;
• Work in compliance with prescribed safety and environmental laws and regulations;
• Be proactive with company safety initiatives and adhere to all company safety policies and procedures;
• Report and take action when seeing any unsafe condition within the plant;
• Configure, calibrate, and test transmitters, sensors, control valves, and other field devices;
• Troubleshoot instrumentation malfunctions, identify root causes, and perform corrective actions;
• Support and be involved in programming Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), and other control equipment;
• Maintain accurate records of calibrations, maintenance activities, and test results in compliance with Refinery standards;
• Assist engineers and supervisors in implementing instrumentation modifications and upgrades;
• Identify any areas of improvement to management in terms of maintenance and equipment performance;
• Read and interpret technical drawings, P&IDs (Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams), loop diagrams, and manuals;
• Provide input for spare parts inventory, ordering, and maintaining instrumentation supplies;
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to optimize system performance;
• Stay updated with refinery-specific instrumentation standards, codes, and best practices; and,
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, complimented by post-secondary education in Instrumentation field;
• Certified or working towards 447A Instrumentation and Control Technician designation is an asset;
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience;
• Strong understanding of instrumentation & control theory: electrical, electronic, pneumatic, mechanical fundamentals;
• Instrumentation experience in an industrial environment is an asset;
• Skills in process control systems: PLCs, DCS, possibly SCADA systems;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
• Innovative problem-solving skills and ability to take calculated risks to improve operating efficiencies applied to revenue generation and cost containment;
• Strong communication skills including good written composition and presentation of ideas and concepts; and,
• High level of computer literacy in MS Windows and MS Office applications.

Why join Electra Battery Materials?

Together, we will power a better path forward. Be a part of a fast-growing team, as we succeed in becoming North America’s first integrated battery materials park, providing battery grade materials for the electric vehicle revolution. Our success is contingent on the hard work and dedication of our people. Electra Battery Materials rewards team members through:

• Recognition and results-driven compensation
• Training and development opportunities
• Culture where innovation is rewarded
• Health and wellbeing
• Ongoing communication and two-way feedback

Electra Battery Materials is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and we believe that diversity and inclusion among our team members is critical to our success. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and decisions to hire or promote will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business requirements.