Electrical & Instrumentation Technician

Procter & Gamble; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Electrical & Instrumentation Technician to enhance production efficiency and ensure equipment reliability. This role involves troubleshooting and maintaining advanced electrical systems, including PLCs and robotics, while fostering technical mastery among team members. The ideal candidate will possess strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to safety in a dynamic work environment. With a focus on continuous improvement, this position offers a unique opportunity to lead projects from day one and contribute to a culture of excellence. Join a team that values work/life balance and provides mentorship for professional growth.

Benefits

Ownership of projects

Mentorship and training

Dynamic work environment

Work/life balance

Competitive salary and benefits

Qualifications

• 3+ years related experience in electrical systems.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and use troubleshooting tools.
• Knowledge of PLCs, HMI, and robotics.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot high-speed packing and controls equipment.
• Collaborate with teams to improve electrical systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance and calibrations.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC programming

SCADA systems

HMI systems

Problem-solving

Root cause analysis

Low Voltage Qualification

Robotics

Electrical safety awareness

Education

High School/GED

Electrical Journeyman's license

2-year Electrical Technical Certification

Associate Degree in electrical engineering

Tools

Troubleshooting tools

Electrical schematics

Job description

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Job Description

Location: Boston, MA

The Electrical & Instrumentation Technician is responsible for enabling production throughput, reducing equipment downtime, troubleshooting issues, eliminating defects, and building technical mastery. They are a subject-matter expert in specific technologies and capable of covering multiple areas during their shift. As skills increase, they support improvements and capital projects aiming to deliver the best product at the lowest cost, with the highest quality, and in a safe environment. The focus is on electrical technical mastery for troubleshooting and proactive system improvements.

Responsibilities include:

• Maintaining and troubleshooting high-speed packing, making, and facilities power & controls equipment.
• Collaborating with Operating and Project Teams to eliminate losses and improve electrical systems.
• Performing preventive maintenance and calibrations on equipment.
• Troubleshooting, monitoring, & programming PLC, SCADA, and HMI systems.
• Troubleshooting variable frequency drives, servo control systems, robotics.
• Analyzing trends and technical data to identify issues proactively.
• Building technical skills in others.

Electrical Skills Support:

• Acquire Low Voltage Qualification (up to 1,000V).
• Utilize tools to eliminate defects and improve systems.
• Troubleshoot electrical systems effectively.
• Involved in planned maintenance downtime events.
• Advanced programming and configuration of electrical components.
• Electrical troubleshooting (hardware and software).
• Monitor and maintain electrical field devices and power systems.
• Execute electrical maintenance planning tasks.
• Basic programming and setup of electrical components.
• Interface with vendors, suppliers, or construction teams.

Qualifications:

• High School/GED
• Electrical Journeyman's license in Massachusetts
• 2-year Electrical Technical Certification
• 3+ years related experience
• Must be 18+ years old

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate Degree in electrical engineering or related field
• 5+ years related experience
• Applied electrical and controls skills in an industrial environment
• Knowledge of PLC’s, HMI’s, instrumentation, drives, robotics, power distribution, networking, electrical safety.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, root cause analysis skills.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and use troubleshooting tools.
• Experience in regulated industries (Food, Cosmetic, Drug) is a plus.
• Electrical safety awareness and self-motivation.

What We Offer:

• Ownership of projects from day one.
• Mentorship and training.
• Dynamic work environment.
• Work/life balance and well-being focus.
• Competitive salary and benefits.

Note: Immigration sponsorship is not available. All qualified applicants will be considered without discrimination based on protected factors. Procter & Gamble participates in E-Verify. No disadvantage for unemployment status.