ASU I&C Reliability Trainer

Nippon Sanso MATHESON; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Nippon Sanso MATHESON in Irving, TX, seeks an ASU I&C Reliability Trainer to design and deliver structured training for instrumentation, control systems and electrical disciplines across Bulk Operations. This role emphasizes safety, reliability and continuous improvement in air separation processes.

The trainer leads curriculum development, progression planning, and condition monitoring programs, partnering with operations and engineering to raise technical capability and plant performance.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in instrumentation, electrical, industrial automation or related tech field required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain structured I&C and electrical training curricula aligned with NSM standards and industry best practices.
• Deliver classroom, hands-on, and field-based training to technicians and reliability personnel.
• Create training materials, assessments, certification pathways, and competency evaluations.
• Manage progression schedules for electrical technicians and I&C specialists, tracking milestones and competency achievements.
• Serve as technical authority for electrical and controls condition monitoring programs.
• Coordinate with operations and engineering to schedule training and ensure resource availability.

Skills

PLCs & DCS

Electrical & Instrumentation

Technical training design

Curriculum development

Progression planning

Condition monitoring

Reliability engineering

Mentoring

Cross-functional collaboration

Travel ability

Education

Associate's Degree in Instrumentation/Electrical/Industrial Automation

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering / Electrical Engineering Technology

Job description

ABOUT THE COMPANY:

Founded in 1927, Nippon Sanso MATHESON is one of the largest compressed gas providers in the world. Nippon Sanso MATHESON provides everything from onsite air separation plants to small portable gas cylinders and all the services required to support these products and customer applications. We offer semiconductor, medical, welding, bulk, and cylinder gases for customers across the country. MATHESON has over 300 locations and more than 4500 employees in the U.S.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

The ASU I&C Reliability Trainer is responsible for developing, executing, and managing comprehensive training programs for Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) and electrical disciplines within Nippon Sanso Matheson’s Bulk Operations organization. This role ensures that electrical technicians, I&C specialists, and plant performance technicians receive the technical development, progression, and competency validation required to support safe, reliable, and efficient operation of Air Separation Units (ASUs) and related systems. The trainer also serves as the subject matter expert for electrical and controls condition monitoring programs, supporting the organization’s reliability strategy through technical guidance, program oversight, and continuous improvement.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Training Program Development & Delivery

• Design, develop, and maintain structured I&C and electrical training curricula aligned with NSM standards, OEM requirements, and industry best practices.
• Deliver classroom, hands on, and field based training to technicians, specialists, and reliability personnel.
• Create training materials, assessments, certification pathways, and competency evaluations.
• Ensure training content remains current with evolving technologies, equipment upgrades, and regulatory requirements.

Progression Program Management

• Manage and maintain progression schedules for electrical technicians and I&C specialists.
• Track individual development plans, training milestones, and competency achievements.
• Provide coaching, mentorship, and performance feedback to support employee growth.
• Collaborate with supervisors and managers to ensure alignment between progression expectations and operational needs.

Reliability & Condition Monitoring Expertise

• Serve as the technical authority for electrical and controls condition monitoring programs, including but not limited to:

Program Administration & Compliance

• Maintain accurate training records, documentation, and certification files.
• Ensure training programs comply with internal policies, safety standards, and applicable regulations.
• Coordinate with operations, engineering, and reliability teams to schedule training and ensure resource availability.
• Evaluate program effectiveness and implement continuous improvement measures.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate's Degree Instrumentation Tech, Electrical Tech, Industrial Automation, Mechatronics, or Electronics Engineering Tech is Required
• Bachelor’s Degree Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology is Preferred

Work Experience

• 7+ years of Hands on experience in industrial instrumentation, controls, or electrical maintenance within heavy industrial environments such as: ASU, Petrochemical, Refining, Power Generation is Required
• 7+ years of Demonstrated experience with DCS/PLC Systems is Required
• 5+ years of Experience developing or delivering technical training is Required
• 5+ years of Experience performing or supporting condition monitoring programs is Preferred

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Technical Knowledge
• Strong understanding of ASU operations, industrial instrumentation, control systems, and electrical distribution equipment.
• Proficiency with PLCs, DCS platforms, instrumentation calibration, loop tuning, and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of NFPA, NEC, ISA, and relevant electrical/instrumentation standards.
• Familiarity with predictive maintenance technologies and reliability methodologies (RCM, FMEA, CBM).
• Skills
• Ability to design and deliver effective technical training for diverse skill levels.
• Strong analytical and diagnostic skills for electrical and controls systems.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and documentation abilities.
• Skilled in curriculum development, competency assessment, and progression planning.
• Effective project management and organizational skills.
• Vibration and thermography
• Control system health monitoring
• Instrumentation performance tracking
• Develop and maintain standards, procedures, and best practices for condition monitoring activities.
• Support troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and reliability improvement initiatives.
• Provide guidance on predictive and preventive maintenance strategies.
• Abilities
• Ability to mentor and develop technical personnel in a structured progression environment.
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts into accessible training content.
• Ability to lead reliability initiatives and influence cross functional teams.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating across operations, engineering, and reliability groups.
• Ability to travel to NSM sites as needed for training and support.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT:

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the laws and regulations set forth under EEOC. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. EOE AA M/F/VET/Disability