Electrical and Instrumentation Technician

Prudent Technologies and Consulting, Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company located in Dallas, Texas, is looking for an Electrical & Instrumentation Technician to lead technical responsibilities in an asphalt roofing facility. The role is crucial for diagnosing and resolving complex control and instrumentation issues to minimize downtime. Candidates should have a high school diploma or associate degree, along with relevant experience in electrical troubleshooting and PLC systems. This position entails working rotating shifts and involves close collaboration with mechanical teams.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in electrical, instrumentation, and controls.
• Ability to work rotating 12-hour shifts.
• Experience in process manufacturing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Act as primary E&I technical authority on shift.
• Lead troubleshooting and resolution of electrical and instrumentation issues.
• Modify and troubleshoot PLC logic.

Skills

Hands-on troubleshooting in electrical, instrumentation, and controls

Ability to work independently as the on-shift technical lead

Strong technical decision-making skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED + 5 years of experience

Associate degree + 3 years of experience

Tools

HART communicators

PLC systems

SCADA/HMI systems

Job description

We are seeking a highly capable Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Technician to serve as the on-shift technical lead for electrical, instrumentation, and controls systems within an asphalt roofing manufacturing facility.

This role is critical to reducing downtime by independently diagnosing and resolving complex control and instrumentation issues without frequent escalation. The technician will work closely with mechanical personnel on shift and collaborate with Controls and Plant Systems teams as needed.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED + 5 years relevant experience
• OR
• Associate degree + 3 years relevant experience
• Strong hands‑on troubleshooting in electrical, instrumentation, and controls
• Ability to work rotating 12‑hour shifts (day/night)
• Ability to work independently as the on‑shift technical lead

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in process manufacturing (roofing, web handling, or similar)
• Siemens and/or Allen‑Bradley PLC experience
• NEC and electrical distribution knowledgeExperience with process control troubleshooting
• Experience working in high‑uptime manufacturing environments

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership

• Act as the primary E&I technical authority on shift.
• Lead troubleshooting and resolution of electrical, instrumentation, and controls issues.
• Work cross‑functionally with mechanics and operations to restore equipment quickly.
• Independently make sound technical decisions during off‑hours.

Controls & Automation

• Modify and troubleshoot PLC logic (not just maintenance).
• Diagnose and trace PLC faults to support rapid recovery.
• Support and troubleshoot SCADA/HMI systems.
• Program new plant equipment or modify existing programs as directed.

Primary technologies:

• SCADA/HMI: AVEVA on‑field thin clients

Electrical & Instrumentation

• Perform advanced instrumentation troubleshooting, including:
• Signal integrity verification
• Calibration validation
• Troubleshoot electrical theory and power distribution issues.
• Select, install, configure, and calibrate instruments and devices.
• Perform electrical repairs on motors, drives, sensors, and related equipment.
• Use HART communicators, meters, and diagnostic tools.

Operational Support

• Support plant uptime, waste reduction, and run‑rate goals.
• Execute planned and reactive maintenance work.Identify required parts and manage withdrawals from inventory.
• Support line operation and quality testing when required.
• Train plant personnel on new systems and updates.
• Update LOTO and SOP documentation.
• Execute and support plant safety and environmental programs.
• Participate in 5S and housekeeping initiatives.
• Document troubleshooting steps, resolutions, and follow‑ups.
• Continuously build technical capability through self‑directed learning.

Current Technical Challenges (Why This Role Matters)

• The plant is experiencing extended downtime due to insufficient on‑shift technical depth. The ideal candidate will help reduce MTTR by demonstrating strong capability in:
• Advanced instrumentation troubleshooting