E&I Technician

None; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 48,973 - 76,525; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive Benefits Packages

401(k) Match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Commuter Benefits

Learning and Development Opportunities

Strong Inclusion and Diversity Initiatives

Company-paid Volunteer Day

Job summary

Chemours is seeking an Electrical & Instrumentation Technician for their Discovery Hub in Newark, DE. In this role, you will be responsible for the installation, preventive maintenance, and repair of electrical and instrumentation systems. A high school diploma or GED along with 3–5 years of relevant experience in an industrial setting is required.

The position offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including a 401(k) match and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of Electrical & Instrumentation experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Basic computer skills, including email and Microsoft Office.
• Physical ability to perform job tasks.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, calibrate, and repair instrumentation and electrical systems.
• Troubleshoot low-voltage electrical systems using diagnostic tools.
• Support preventive maintenance programs to improve reliability.

Skills

Electrical & Instrumentation experience

Ability to read electrical schematics

Knowledge of electrical safety practices

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in Electrical, Instrumentation, or Engineering Technology

Tools

Diagnostic tools (multimeters, clamp meters)

Job description

Electrical & Instrumentation Technician – Chemours Discovery Hub, Newark, DE. Reports to the Engineering, Maintenance & Quality Manager. Responsible for installation, preventive maintenance, calibration, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical and instrumentation systems that support laboratory and pilot‑scale operations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a strong commitment to safety by adhering to all environmental, health, and operational procedures.
• Inspect, maintain, calibrate, and repair instrumentation and electrical systems, including pressure regulators, relief devices, and control valves.
• Troubleshoot low‑voltage electrical systems and instrumentation using diagnostic tools (multimeters, clamp meters, etc.).
• Diagnose and maintain process instrumentation (pressure, temperature, level, flow).
• Diagnose and maintain AC/DC variable speed drives.
• Support and troubleshoot control systems (PLCs, DCS, ControlLogix, RSLogix).
• Apply technical documentation (drawings, manuals, specifications) and collaborate with vendors to resolve complex issues.
• Participate in maintenance planning, job plans, SOP development, and work order documentation.
• Support preventive and predictive maintenance programs to improve reliability and reduce downtime.
• Partner with cross‑functional teams to continuously improve lab and equipment performance.
• Occasional work at Experimental Station Laboratories and Elkton‑Tenzing sites as required.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 3–5 years of Electrical & Instrumentation experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, technical documentation, and understand electrical systems, PLCs, and instrumentation.
• Knowledge of electrical safety practices and national codes/regulations (NEC, NFPA).
• Basic computer skills, including email and Microsoft Office.
• Physical ability to perform job tasks (climbing, kneeling, lifting up to 50lbs.) and wear required PPE, including supplied‑air full‑face respirator.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in Electrical, Instrumentation, or Engineering Technology, or completion of an Electrical Apprenticeship program.
• 5+ years of Electrical & Instrumentation experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Experience working in Process Safety Management (PSM) environments and understanding of chemical/industrial processes.
• Familiarity with safe work practices, including work permitting, Lockout/Tagout, and Line Break.
• Strong overall knowledge of electrical systems, instrumentation, and industrial operations.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Comprehensive Benefits Packages
• 401(k) Match
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Commuter Benefits
• Learning and Development Opportunities
• Strong Inclusion and Diversity Initiatives
• Company‑paid Volunteer Day

Compensation

• Pay Range (in local currency): $35.55 – $55.55
• Chemours Level: 23
• Annual Bonus Target: 4%

Employment Information and Eligibility

Immigration sponsorship (e.g.,H1‑B visa,F‑1 visa (OPT),TN visa or other non‑immigrant status) is not currently available for this position. Chemours is an E‑Verify employer. Candidates must be able to perform all duties listed, with or without accommodation.

Chemours is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, religion, color, gender, disability, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. Jurisdictions may have additional grounds for non‑discrimination, and we comply with all applicable laws.