Engineering Technician, LNG Instruments, Controls & Electrical

Eversource Energy Service Company; United States; On-site; USD 98,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

Eversource is seeking an LNG Instrument, Controls & Electrical Engineering Technician to support maintenance, testing and commissioning of instrumentation and control systems at LNG/LPG facilities in Hopkinton, MA, with travel to CT/NH as needed.

This hands-on role covers calibrations, troubleshooting, documentation, and adherence to NFPA/NEC standards, working with 480V systems, DCS/PLC environments, and process instrumentation.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of journey-level instrumentation experience including 480V systems
• Experience with DCS and PLC systems
• Experience with process instrumentation, safety systems and interlocks
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and schematics
• Strong communication across operations, maintenance and engineering teams
• Willingness to travel MA/CT/NH and work long hours when needed

Responsibilities

• Support instrumentation, controls and electrical maintenance and commissioning activities
• Perform testing, calibration and preventive maintenance on instrumentation
• Troubleshoot and repair instrumentation and control systems
• Document work in logs and reports per regulatory requirements
• Coordinate with internal and external resources to ensure materials and services
• Assist in process safety management documentation and compliance

Skills

Communication

Equipment logs

Maintenance procedures

Engineering drawings

480V systems

LNG/LPG processes

480V electrical knowledge

NFPA/NEC knowledge

Education

High school diploma + specialized training

Job description

Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B, O-1, J-1, TN, E-3, etc.). Applicants requiring visa sponsorship to start employment with Eversource will not be considered.

The LNG Instrument, Controls & Electrical Engineering Technician will support the safe, reliable and efficient operation of multiple LNG and LPG facilities by performing day-to-day and project related instrument, controls, and electrical maintenance and commissioning functions. The LNG Instrument, Controls & Electrical Engineering Technician will perform testing, commissioning, maintenance, troubleshooting and calibrations of all instrumentation equipment located at the facilities in accordance with the needs of the facilities and under the direction of the LNG organization's management group. The LNG Instrument, Controls & Electrical Engineering Technician will also perform preventative maintenance activities for all instrumentation systems and equipment, ensuring proper documentation of all work performed. The LNG Instrument, Controls & Electrical Engineering Technician will need to be familiar with and address maintenance issues, with plant electrical systems up to and including 480 Volts, DCS, SIS and PLC based controls systems, pneumatic controls, become knowledgeable in the electrical installation requirements required by the NEC Article 500 and become familiar with the different process systems related to LNG and LPG facilities. This position will be based out of the Hopkinton area and be required to report to the LNG and LPG facilities throughout Massachusetts and occasionally Connecticut as required to support the different plant operations groups or projects. The LNG Instrument, Controls & Electrical Engineering Technician will be expected to work and think independently, solve complex problems, have a high degree of ownership. The job will be hands-on with tools, required to work long hours and some nights and weekends as necessary to support plant operations. The position is multi-faceted with responsibilities that will vary dependent on project or plants' needs.

Essential Functions:

• Support all Eversource Safety and Environmental initiatives.
• Ensure Eversource corporate requirements and policies are followed.
• Communicate effectively with plant supervision, coworkers, maintenance department, engineering departments, and outside contractors, as required.
• Assist in abnormal requests/repairs or emergency response after hours on an as-needed basis.
• Support plant electrical needs up to and including 480V.
• Be knowledgeable of all plant electrical systems and voltages.
• Apply approved standards, procedures, and schedules to ensure the reliability and integrity of instrumentation plant components.
• Maintain and troubleshoot all instrumentation.
• Perform instrument, gas chromatography, and controls corrective and preventive maintenance activities.
• Theses activates include but not limited to solving operational, maintenance, and reliability problems, troubleshooting, commissioning, repairs, modifications, and/or replacements of equipment.
• Assist with process safety management and complete documentation.
• Source and order spare instrument and electronic parts to support plant instrumentation and controls equipment.
• Develop procedures, repair plans, inspection and testing plans, and other instrumentation and controls requirements to ensure compliance with the Code of Federal Regulations and other regulatory requirements.
• Perform scheduled maintenance and calibration activities in accordance with the Facilities' schedule.
• Maintain and follow applicable manuals, records, and reports for all instrumentation and controls equipment.
• Clean and maintain equipment, tools and general work area.
• Coordinate and supervise internal and external resources necessary to ensure materials, equipment and services are available and used to support work as necessary.
• Participates in plant and project meetings, supporting the review of technical documents, provide subject matter expertise in the plants' instrumentation and controls.

Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications:

• Effective communication with different groups, including operations staff, maintenance staff, engineering departments, human resources, federal, state, and local regulators, external stakeholders, and other Eversource corporate groups.
• Keep accurate equipment logs and records.
• Ability to successfully complete all company sponsored training programs.
• Ability to understand and implement maintenance procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and schematics for instrumentation systems.
• Ability to support plant electrical system up to 480V.
• Ability to understand LNG and LPG process systems.
• Ability to work with your hands and tools in a safe manner.
• Be knowledgeable with the plant specific requirements of NFPA 59A, 70A, 49 CFR 193, Article 500 of the NEC and other applicable codes and standards.

Education:

Ideal candidates should possess a minimum high school diploma supplemented with specialized training in the instrumentation and electrical trades.

Experience:

Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience, as a journey-level instrumentation technician, including experience with electrical systems up to 480V. Must have demonstrable/verifiable knowledge of, and experience with, process plant equipment including, but not limited to, supporting DCS and PLC systems; process control logic programming; maintenance of pressure, temperature, level and flow instrumentation; supporting fire and gas detection systems; and supporting industrial ESD and interlocks.

Licenses & Certifications:

Drivers License required

Working Conditions:

Must be available to work emergency storm assignment as required. Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary. Facilities consist of LNG or LPG storage tanks, sendout systems, liquefaction systems, pretreatment systems and boil off gas handling. Working conditions are consistent with an industrial production facility that includes industrial hazards, stairs, platforms, elevated temperatures, cryogenic temperatures, high pressures, flammable gases, rotating equipment, high voltages, sensitive instrumentation, and outdoor conditions. Must be physically able to perform the required duties which include but are not limited to: climb ladders, platforms, staircases, and other physical obstacles including storage tanks (Over 120 feet high) necessary to safely navigate facilities, work in elevated and confined spaces; lifting; assist with general plant maintenance; and perform snow removal and other work in inclement weather conditions including extreme heat and cold. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. This is a Safety Sensitive position and subject to random drug testing. Must pass relevant physical examination #gasajd #LI-ES3

Competencies:

• Build trusting relationships
• Manage and develop people
• Foster teamwork and cross-functional collaboration
• Lead change
• Communicate strategic vision
• Create an engaged workforce
• Focus on the customer
• Take ownership & accountability

Compensation and Benefits:

Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program. Check out our careers site for an overview of our benefits programs. Salary is commensurate with your experience. This position is eligible for a potential incentive. The annual salary range for this position is: $98,150.00-$109,060.00

Worker Type:

Regular Number of Openings: 1 Emergency Response: Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.

EEO Statement:

Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.

Who we are:

Eversource Energy (NYSE:ES), a Fortune 500 and Standard & Poor’s 500 energy company based in Connecticut, Massachusetts and New Hampshire, operates New England’s largest energy delivery system. Eversource is committed to safety, reliability, environmental leadership and stewardship, and expanding energy options for its 4.3 million electric and natural gas customers. We are a company dedicated to our customers, communities and employees. We know that our success depends on the best efforts of our engaged team-talented and dedicated individuals who take pride in their work, know and exhibit the value of teamwork and collaboration, and support each other in working safely every day.