Plant Electrician: PLC & I&C Specialist

Wärtsilä; Philippines; On-site; PHP 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Wärtsilä Energy in the Philippines is seeking a Plant Electrician (PSI) to maintain and improve the reliability of plant electrical systems, PLCs, and instrumentation & control equipment, ensuring safe and efficient operations.

You will perform preventive and corrective maintenance, diagnose faults, support plant shutdowns and commissioning activities, and work with operations and maintenance teams to minimize downtime.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation, Mechatronics or related discipline.
• Experience in industrial plant maintenance, power generation, manufacturing, or similar environment.
• Strong knowledge of electrical equipment, motors, switchgear, transformers, and protection systems.
• Experience troubleshooting PLC and instrumentation systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical drawings.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on plant electrical equipment and systems.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electrical, PLC, and instrumentation & control (I&C) equipment.
• Ensure plant electrical systems operate safely, efficiently, and reliably.
• Conduct inspections and identify potential electrical faults or risks before they impact operations.
• Support plant shutdowns, commissioning activities, and equipment upgrades when required.
• Analyze recurring issues and recommend practical solutions to improve plant electrical performance and reliability.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation.
• Work closely with operations and maintenance teams to minimize downtime and optimize plant performance.
• Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with company safety standards and procedures.

Skills

Electrical engineering

PLC troubleshooting

Instrumentation

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

Diploma / Degree in Electrical Engineering

Instrumentation degree

Mechatronics degree

Job description

Wärtsilä Energy in the Philippines is seeking a Plant Electrician (PSI) to maintain and improve the reliability of plant electrical systems, PLCs, and instrumentation & control equipment, ensuring safe and efficient operations.

You will perform preventive and corrective maintenance, diagnose faults, support plant shutdowns and commissioning activities, and work with operations and maintenance teams to minimize downtime.