Electrical and Instrumentation (E&I) Technician

Celanese; Chester (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Celanese is seeking an experienced Electrical & Instrumentation Technician to maintain and repair plant equipment at our Chester, VA site. This 12-hour rotating shift supports production across polymer and film processes, with a team of 12 across shifts.

The role emphasizes safe, craftsman-like work and adherence to electrical standards. Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, calibration, trouble shooting of DCS/PLC systems, and coordination with operations to minimize downtime.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience maintaining and repairing Electrical & Instrumentation Equipment in Industrial / Manufacturing environments.
• Experience reading schematics.
• Experience using test equipment and hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Checks and performs preventive maintenance on motor control center equipment; repairs or replaces motors as needed.
• Operates SAP to input time/material data to work orders and track equipment history.
• Maintains calibration records and procedures; assists with ISO calibrations.
• Repairs electrical equipment including motors, drives, panels, and control systems.
• Troubleshoots and maintains DCS/PLC systems and field instruments; supports shutdown planning.

Skills

Electrical & Instrumentation

Reading schematics

Test equipment & hand tools

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's degree in Instrumentation or Engineering Technology

Completed apprenticeship program

7+ years experience in EE&I in manufacturing

Tools

SAP plant maintenance

Lotus Notes

Multi-meters/O-scopes

Calibration equipment

Job description

Overview:

Purpose Statement:To satisfy the site's electrical needs including the installation, maintenance, and repair of the plant equipment in a safe, timely, and craftsman-like manner.

The Electrical and Instrumentation (E&I) Technician works a 12-hour rotating shift schedule.

The E&I technician works in team of 12 (from various shifts).

The E&I tech will work onsite, in-person at: 3600 Discovery Drive, Chester, VA 23836

Responsibilities:

Skills & Knowledge

Required

• 3+ years’ experience maintaining and repairing Electrical & Instrumentation Equipment in Industrial / Manufacturing environments (in conjunction with required training/certification)
• Experience reading schematics
• Experience using test equipment and hand tools.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Checks and performs preventive maintenance on motor control center equipment; repairs or replaces motors as needed.
• Operates computer keyboard daily to input data into the Maintenance Management System (SAP), such as time and material charged to a work order, and historical equipment data. Technician inputs his/her time into the payroll system. Uses computer to research and track down needed parts, to input work time and to receive HR information.
• Acts as a resource for operations areas daily to provide an understanding of system function.
• Maintains calibration records, job procedures and manuals regularly.
• Performs ISO calibration on strain gauges, yardage counters, temperature controllers, etc. Calibrates gages, controllers, transmitters and gage system as required; calibrates substation breakers occasionally; coordinates calibration of test equipment.
• Overhauls production and process equipment on film lines, polymer lines, slitting machines and cooling towers.
• Inspects equipment and repairs and/or modifies equipment using hand tools such wrenches, pliers, screwdrivers, hammers, wire stripper and lug crimpers.
• Repairs electrical equipment such as motors, generators, AC and DC drives, Motor Control Centers, Power distribution panels, etc.
• Tests, troubleshoots and repairs electronic equipment and electrical circuits daily by using specialized instruments such as multi-meters, wiggies, clamp-on ammeters, oscilloscopes and frequency meters.
• Troubleshoots process control computer systems, including but not limited to Reliance DCS, Modicon & Siemens PLC, Control Logix, using portable computers; troubleshoot temperature, level, and pressure control instruments processors; troubleshoot AC or DC variable speed drives and line speed control systems as needed.
• Upgrades drawings to reflect “as-built” or modifications. Upgrades schematics from old system to newer technologies.
• Follows safe work practices as set forth by DuPont S31G and NFPA 70E.
• Uses lock, tag and try procedure before beginning work on equipment and/or systems.
• Maintains Corona treater by using cleaning technique and setting proper gaps.
• Designs and fabricates mounting and tubing connections as needed.
• Pulls, unplugs and dips tubes using hand tools as needed.
• Handles and properly disposes of mercury as needed.
• Repairs or replaces hydraulic devices such as regulators, relief and flow valves.
• Monitors setting of brushes on motor commutators for proper setting.
• Repairs D.C. generators; repairs and replaces Avtron speed control.
• Observes mechanical devices in operation and listens to their sounds to locate causes of trouble.
• Troubleshoots equipment to detect imperfections.
• Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments.
• Installs special functional and structural parts in devices.
• Sets up and operates drill press, grinder, and other metalworking tools to make and repair parts.
• Expedites equipment and parts; coordinates equipment for off-plant repairs and sets up parts for stores.
• Conducts ISO audits in maintenance area.
• Contributes to planning and scheduling of shutdowns.
• Troubleshoots and maintains pneumatic instrumentation, including rebuilding automatic control valves, and pneumatic or electronic controllers.
• Performs High Voltage (13,200 Vac) switching for Substation PM and repair work.
• Performs simple maintenance and electrical tasks such as mounting objects (cabinets, pictures, etc.) to wall and relamping assigned areas, repairing electrical switches and outlets.
• Perform Capital Project work.

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of or be able to learn SAP plant maintenance software; move around in site's and company's Intranet; and communicate through e-mail software such as Lotus Notes.

Qualifications:

Education Required

• High School Diploma or GED
• One or more of the following is required
  • Associate's degree in Instrumentation or Engineering Technologywith3+ years of experience maintaining and repairing Electrical & Instrumentation Equipment in Industrial / Manufacturing environments
  • OrCompleted apprenticeship programwith3+ years of experience maintaining and repairing Electrical & Instrumentation Equipment in Industrial / Manufacturing environments
  • Or 7+ years of experience maintaining and repairing electrical and instrumentation equipment in a manufacturing environment

Skills & Knowledge

Required

• 3+ years’ experience maintaining and repairing Electrical & Instrumentation Equipment in Industrial / Manufacturing environments (in conjunction with required training/certification)
• Experience reading schematics
• Experience using test equipment and hand tools.

Preferred

• Experience with Automated Technologies – troubleshooting in an industrial/manufacturing environment
• Experience and knowledge of DCS, DC Motors – troubleshooting/repairing
• Experience with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), and computers – troubleshooting
• Process Control & Monitoring
• Knowledgeable in Electrical Safety and National Electric Code
• Knowledgeable in the General process of filmmaking & Polymers
• Experience using plant maintenance software / ERP (enterprise resource planning) software such as SAP
• Experience using Lotus Notes
• E&I experience in the military is a plus

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Must be able to pass electrical training classes.
• Must participate in regular refresher courses as they are scheduled and assigned.

Accountabilities:

1. Be accountable for self, teammates, and others working in the area. Believe incidents are preventable and take appropriate actions when observing unsafe acts or unsafe conditions.
2. Provide logical troubleshooting abilities, maintain and repair site equipment in a reliable and craftsman-like manner.
3. Understand and follow site safety rules and procedures.
4. Maintain and develop interpersonal skills in order to work with and communicate with people.
5. Maintain and develop our technical skills necessary to keep pace with changing technology.

Other Skills and Abilities

• Must be able to keep abreast of technology changes and adapt accordingly

Other Qualifications

• Must be able to travel periodic­ly for training.

Supervisory Responsibilities

At times will be called upon to train, assist and supervise other technicians in the completion of electrical work in their area including projects, preventive maintenance and equipment repair.

Competencies

• Flexibility
• Adaptability
• Analytical Thinking
• Innovativeness
• Self-Control
• Thoroughness
• Ability to Learn
• Tenacity
• Self-Development Orientation
• Initiative
• Concern for Standards

Key Work Processes

• Communicating with Others
• Working with People
• Planning & Organizing
• Making Decisions
• Getting Work Done

Celanese is a global leader in chemistry, producing specialty material solutions used across most major industries and consumer applications. Our businesses use our chemistry, technology and commercial expertise to create value for our customers, employees and shareholders. We support sustainability by responsibly managing the materials we create and growing our portfolio of sustainable products to meet customer and societal demand. We strive to make a positive impact in our communities and to foster inclusivity across our teams. Celanese Corporation employs more than 11,000 employees worldwide with 2024 net sales of $10.3 billion. For more information about Celanese Corporation and its product offerings, visit www.celanese.com.

Celanese is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Celanese does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.