I&E Technician

OXEA

Bay City (TX)

Hybrid

USD 70,000 - 98,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision

Health Equity Health Fund forhealth

Disability Benefits

Basic Group Term Life and AD&D

Tuition Reimbursement

Work/Life Balance

Paid Time Off

Competitive salary, bonus, 401(k) plan

Job summary

OXEA Corporation in Bay City, TX seeks an I&E Technician to install, calibrate and maintain plant instrumentation and control systems across our manufacturing units. You will work under the I&E Lead to ensure safe, reliable operation and compliance with safety standards.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, an associate degree or 5+ years of journeyman I&E experience, plus SAP knowledge.

Qualifications

High school education/equivalent.
Associate Degree in Electrical, Electronics or Instrumentation Technology or 5 years or more of relevant experience (e.g., Journeyman I&E Mechanic).
Valid Texas Driver's License.
Knowledge of control systems.
Knowledge of various Safety Shutdown Systems.
5 years of experience as a journeyman I&E Mechanic.
Knowledge of SAP.
Knowledge of process, laboratory, and mechanical operations.
Previous experience in a leadership position.
Experience with safe work permits.
Knowledge of regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

Calibrate, troubleshoot, install and maintain plant-wide Instrument and Control components used for process measurement and control in the Manufacturing Units.
Maintain complex control systems including various shut down systems interpret test results and apply necessary corrective action.
Ensure compliance with all applicable policies, procedures, laws, regulations, and company standards.
Ensure safety of personnel and maintenance of the equipment.
Maintain and troubleshoot transmitters, control valves, analyzers, pressure, temperature, flow, and level instruments, switches, sensors, and related field devices.
Support maintenance and troubleshooting of distributed control systems, safety instrumented systems, shutdown systems, and related process control equipment.
Interpret drawings, loop sheets, P&IDs, wiring diagrams, schematics, vendor manuals, and standard maintenance procedures to complete work accurately and safely.
Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on instrumentation and control systems.
Diagnose equipment failures, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions to improve reliability and reduce repeat failures.
Execute work orders using the site’s maintenance work process and document work performed in SAP or other applicable systems.
Support Operations during equipment troubleshooting, unit startups, shutdowns, turnarounds, and emergency response situations.
Ensure all work is performed in compliance with company safety procedures, safe work permits, LOTO, confined space, hot work, line break, electrical safety, and other applicable site requirements.
Coordinate with contractors and vendors as needed to complete instrumentation work safely and efficiently.
Maintain tools, test equipment, calibration equipment, and work areas in a safe, organized, and professional manner.
Cross-train and support related I&E, electrical, and analyzer equipment as required.
Participate in safety meetings, job hazard analyses, incident investigations, and continuous improvement activities.
Perform other job duties as assigned.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Root Cause Analysis

Communication

Team player

Cross training

Safety awareness

Education

Associate Degree in Electrical, Electronics or Instrumentation Technology

Journeyman I&E Mechanic experience

Tools

SAP

Job description

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OXEA is a global manufacturer of Oxo Intermediates and Oxo Performance Chemicals with around 1,200 employees worldwide. Our products are used in various applications such as paints and coatings, lubricants and functional fluids, and personal care products.

Location: Bay City, US, 77414

Mobile work possible?: no

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Employment type: Full time

OXEA Corporation Company Overview | World leader in Oxo Chemicals

Oxo products are the core competency of OXEA Corporation. We are producing more than 70 oxo intermediates and oxo derivatives for customers in a wide range of industries with various end market applications. Our chemicals are important ingredients in products that are used in daily life around the world. "We" refers to more than 1,200 OXEA employees worldwide. At our plants in Germany, the USA, and China, we produce intermediates and derivatives.

Job Purpose

Under the direction of the I&E Lead or designee, the I & E Technician will install, calibrate and repair all equipment of the Operating Unit in order to safely meet requirements as stated in related Standard Maintenance Procedures using the Work Processes.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

Calibrate, troubleshoot, install and maintain plant wide Instrument and Control components used for process measurement and control in the
Manufacturing Units.
Maintain complex control systems including various shut down systems interpret test results and apply necessary corrective action.
Ensure compliance with all applicable policies, procedures, laws, regulations, and company standards.
Ensure safety of personnel and maintenance of the equipment.
Maintain and troubleshoot transmitters, control valves, analyzers, pressure, temperature, flow, and level instruments, switches, sensors, and related field devices.
Support maintenance and troubleshooting of distributed control systems, safety instrumented systems, shutdown systems, and related process control equipment.
Interpret drawings, loop sheets, P&IDs, wiring diagrams, schematics, vendor manuals, and standard maintenance procedures to complete work accurately and safely.
Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on instrumentation and control systems.
Diagnose equipment failures, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions to improve reliability and reduce repeat failures.
Execute work orders using the site’s maintenance work process and document work performed in SAP or other applicable systems.
Support Operations during equipment troubleshooting, unit startups, shutdowns, turnarounds, and emergency response situations.
Ensure all work is performed in compliance with company safety procedures, safe work permits, LOTO, confined space, hot work, line break, electrical safety, and other applicable site requirements.
Coordinate with contractors and vendors as needed to complete instrumentation work safely and efficiently.
Maintain tools, test equipment, calibration equipment, and work areas in a safe, organized, and professional manner.
Cross-train and support related I&E, electrical, and analyzer equipment as required.
Participate in safety meetings, job hazard analyses, incident investigations, and continuous improvement activities.
Perform other job duties as assigned.

Background and Experience

High school education/equivalent.
Associate Degree in Electrical, Electronics or Instrumentation Technology or 5 years or more of relevant experience (ex: Journeyman I&E Mechanic).
Valid Texas Driver's License.
Knowledge of control systems.
Knowledge of various Safety Shutdown Systems.
5 years of experience as a journeyman I&E Mechanic.
Knowledge of SAP.
Knowledge of process, laboratory, and mechanical operations.
Previous experience in a leadership position.
Experience with safe work permits.
Knowledge of regulatory requirements.

Competencies and Skills

Must be willing to cross train on Electrical and Analyzer equipment.
Excellent troubleshooting/Root Cause Analysis and problem solving skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to communicate with other mechanics and staff personnel (fluent in English).
Must be able to read SMP and other manuals.
High attention to detail.
Desire to excel and achieve results.
Must be able to work as a team.
Must be able to work in an empowered workgroup with minimal supervision.

Notabl e Working Conditions

Position requires working 10 hours/days 4 days/week with alternating scheduled weekend duty.
May have to work overtime and callouts when required.
Position required to walk, climb stairs and ladders, bend, stoop, kneel, and stand for extended periods.

All Employees are invited to participate regardless of race, sex, age, color, national origin, marital status, religion, disability or veteran status, and any other criterion prescribed by law.

OXEA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not tolerate discrimination based on race, sex, age, color, national origin, marital status, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.