I&E Technician

Evonik; Alabama; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Evonik is hiring an Instrumentation & Electrical Technician in Alabama to maintain and repair control systems in the chemical processing plant, diagnose issues, calibrate instruments, and ensure safe, reliable operation.

Requires an Associate degree in Industrial Instrumentation/Electrical/Controls and 5+ years in manufacturing, plus PLC/DCS programming, reading electrical prints, SAP and MS Office skills; rotating shifts and GMP/EHS compliance expected.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Industrial Instrumentation/Electrical/Controls or equivalent experience.
• At least 5 years of experience in a manufacturing facility, preferably chemical processing.
• PLC/DCS programming, hardware, software and wiring knowledge.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to read and update electrical prints.
• Microsoft Office proficiency and SAP experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate instrumentation & electrical tools to perform maintenance tasks.
• Install/repair instruments or electrical devices up to 480 V; limited repairs to transformers/switchgear up to 2300 V and 13,800 V.
• Install and repair process instrumentation systems (temperature, pressure, flow) and process computers.
• Calibrate process instrumentation (pH, flow, density, turbidity, conductivity).
• Analyze, troubleshoot, and repair equipment with minimal plant disruption; plan repairs with time/resource considerations.
• Lead tasks safely; may assist mechanics and coordinate with other departments; possible overtime and rotating shifts.

Skills

PLC/DCS programming

Electrical prints (read/update)

Verbal & written communication

Safety mindset

Independent & team work

Education

Associate degree in Industrial Instrumentation/Electrical/Controls

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

What we offer

Explore a world of opportunities with us. Look ahead with us and help shape innovative solutions to make our world more sustainable and life healthier, more vibrant and more comfortable. At Evonik, you have the chance to explore, thrive, and grow alongside 33,000 colleagues. Among attractive career paths and high-quality development programs, we not only offer performance-based remuneration and occupational health benefits but also hybrid and flexible working environments with #SmartWork. Bring your fresh perspective, develop your strengths, break out your mold, and find a career that fits your dreams with us.

Click on the link below to learn what our employees have to say about Evonik: https://careers.evonik.com/en/about/meet-the-team/

Performs specialized maintenance and repair services in either multiple crafts (such as electrical, carpentry, welding, plumbing, sheet metal, painting, and millwrighting), or in a single craft but with significant, specialized expertise. Has a sound understanding of the maintenance history of the building, equipment, and other facilities to be maintained.

You will, under minimal supervision, perform full range of maintenance work and personal interaction to keep instrument and electrical systems in the chemical processing plant in operation as well as in good working condition. Assists in training employees, diagnosing and solving instrument and electrical problems, and planning repair or installation work with the least consumption of time and manpower in a professional and safe manner.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operates all tools and testing devices at the disposal of the Instrumentation & Electrical Group, plus applicable tools as needed from the mechanical section, to perform the Instrumentation & Electrical Technician’s job. This includes items such as ohmmeters and voltmeters, soldering guns, oscilloscope, computer diagnostic terminals, and test recorders.
• Installs or repairs any instrument or electrical device up to 480 V plus limited repairs to transformers and switchgear on systems of 2300 V and 13,800 V. This includes items such as process computers, pH meters, weigh cells, pneumatic and electrical pressure transmitters, transformers, circuit breakers and electric motors.
• Installs and repairs any instrument or electrical system. This includes temperature, pressure and flow control loops, process computer systems, power distribution systems, motor control circuits, and other systems.
• Knows how to and executes calibrations on all types of process instrumentation. This includes being able to accurately calibrate pH systems, flow systems, density systems, turbidity systems and conductivity systems.
• Utilizes process knowledge to analyze, troubleshoot, and repair equipment with minimal disruption of the operating plant.
• Diagnoses problems, determines the cause, and initiates a course of action to correct the problem. Possible problems include programming errors, operator errors, overloaded circuits, fluctuating control signals, intermittent ground faults and faulty components.
• Self directs (and can work effectively on a team) and leads all above-mentioned tasks in a safe and efficient manner. Will be required to assist mechanics in performing mechanical repairs as needed. Responsibilities include planning for materials, time, scheduling availability with other departments, and requisitioning tools and materials for the task.
• Executes verbal or written instructions with the aid of prints or manufacturer’s literature, or by exercising sound judgment.
• Assesses each task assigned and recommends workable improvements as warranted.
• Job will require responding to off-shift call-ins and may require overtime while on shift without notice. Job may also require rotating shift work.
• Knows and observes applicable company policies, procedures, and safe practices. Must comply with NFPA 70E regulations.
• This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the employees. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required. Employee maybe asked to perform other duties as assigned by management.
• Fully supports EHS and TPM (Total Productive Management) across the plant.
• Fully supports GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) and the Quality System and Policy

REQUIREMENTS

• An Associate degree in Industrial Instrumentation/Electrical/Controls or the equivalent experience required, ideally with instrument, electrical, and controls experience
• At least 5 years of experience in a manufacturing facility is desired, preferably in a chemical processing facility
• PLC/DCS programming, hardware, software and wiring knowledge required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required
• Must be able to read and update electrical prints
• Microsoft Office computer knowledge strongly preferred
• SAP Experience / Knowledge strongly preferred
• Must possess a good attitude and strong work ethic
• Must be dependable and have a high degree of integrity as well as initiative.
• Must be able to work able to both independently and as a part of a team.
• Must possess a strong safety attitude and mindset

The Evonik Group adopts an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) approach. Candidates are assessed based on their educational qualifications, experience, job competencies and potential and shall not be discriminated against on the basis of race, ethnicity, age, gender, religion, nationality, disability or sexual orientation or other classifications protected by local, state, or provincial regulations