ELECTRICAL & INSTRUMENT TECHNICIAN

Grain Processing Corporation in; Washington (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smoke-free workplace

12-hour rotating shifts

Job summary

Grain Processing Corporation in Washington, IN seeks an Electrical & Instrument Technician to troubleshoot and repair process control instrumentation and electrical equipment. You will program DCS/PLC systems, analyze circuits, and ensure compliance with electrical codes in a 12-hour rotating shift environment.

A 2-year technical degree is preferred or 3+ years of manufacturing experience. Join a team focused on reliability and safety, working with E&I, mechanical maintenance, and production

Qualifications

• Experience troubleshooting and programming PLCs (Allen Bradley).
• Knowledge of process control instrumentation calibration.
• Variable frequency drive installation and troubleshooting.
• Electrical maintenance knowledge of 24VDC, 120V, 480VAC, 4160VAC, 13.8 VAC 3 phase.
• Ability to read and apply the National Electrical Code (NEC).

Responsibilities

• Analyze, troubleshoot, and repair process control instrumentation and electrical equipment.
• Analyze circuits, wiring diagrams, and instructions for repairs and inspections.
• Program and configure DCS/PLC systems and other controls; save changes correctly.
• Work safely following all plant rules and procedures with the E&I team.

Skills

PLC programming

Instrumentation calibration

VFD installation

Electrical power systems

NEC knowledge

Education

Two-year degree in Advanced Manufacturing Technology

Electrical Engineering Technology related degree

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Job description

ELECTRICAL & INSTRUMENT TECHNICIAN (Finance)

ELECTRICAL & INSTRUMENT TECHNICIAN (Finance)

Grain Processing Corporation, a member of the KENT WORLDWIDE family of companies, has an exceptional opportunity to join our team as an Electrical and Instrumentation Technician!

• This position is designed and intended to be performed in Washington, IN.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Analyze, troubleshoot, and repair process control instrumentation, electrical equipment, programmable logic controllers, distributed control systems, and power distribution equipment.
• Analyze circuits, wiring diagrams, specifications and instructions covering emergency and scheduled repairs, installation and electrical inspection work to be performed.
• Program, configure, modify, and correctly save changes associated with DCS, PLC's, and other proprietary controls.
• Perform work requiring a thorough knowledge of electrical theory and principles, statutory codes, properties of material and principles of operation of electrical equipment.
• Energize and de-energize electrical distribution systems including but not limited to 120V single phase, 480V 3 phase, 4160V 3 phase, and 13.8kV 3 phase.
• Service electronic equipment by checking, testing, and replacing faulty components, circuits, printed circuit boards, and similar electronic devices.
• Install, repair, and maintain communication cables, power distribution equipment, MCC rooms, and related branch circuits.
• Size, lay out, install, and repair threaded conduit and wiring systems.
• Perform work in accordance with all safety rules and regulations and plant policies and procedures.
• Work as a team with other E&I Technicians, Mechanical Maintenance and Production Operators to troubleshoot and repair equipment problems in the process.

EDUCATION:

• 2-year degree in Advanced Manufacturing Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology or related technical field is desired.

OR

• A minimum of 3 years of relevant job experience in a manufacturing environment required.

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS:

• • Experience troubleshooting and programming PLC's (i.e. Allen Bradley)
  • Knowledge of Process Control Instrumentation calibration
  • Variable Frequency Drive installation and troubleshooting
  • Electrical maintenance knowledge of 24VDC, 120 volt single phase, 480 VAC, 4160VAC, 13.8 VAC 3 phase power systems
  • Electrical theory and principles for operation of electrical equipment
  • Ability to read, understand, and apply the National Electrical Code

TRAVEL:

• 0-10%

ADDITIONAL INFO:

• Smoke and tobacco free workplace
• This position follows a 12-hour rotating shift schedule.