I&E Technician

Praxair Deutschland GmbH; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global industrial gases company is seeking an I&E Technician in Southern California. This full-time role involves supporting instrumentation and electrical equipment, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring safety compliance. Candidates should have relevant experience and strong communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Paid Holidays

Health Insurance

401(k) with Matching

Pension Benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience with instrumentation installation and maintenance.
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs and electrical diagrams.
• Must have strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support and maintain instrumentation and electrical equipment.
• Calibrate and test instrumentation and control systems.
• Troubleshoot electrical systems issues up to 600V.

Skills

Motivated

Communication

Technical Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Associates in Applied Sciences Degree

Tools

Calibration Equipment

Electrical Testing Equipment

Job description

Job Overview:

The primary function of this position is to support and maintain the instrumentation and electrical equipment in a safe and efficient manner as described in various procedures, polices, processes and regulatory requirements. Utilizing instrumentation and electrical knowledge, the I&E Technician works in a team environment where individuals are empowered to set priorities and complete different activities with minimal supervision.

Primary Responsibilities:

Successful candidates must be able to understand, assess, troubleshoot and refurbish different arrangements of pneumatic and electronic instrumentation, electrical, and analytical applications as necessary.

This is a full-time position in southern California, supporting plants in Wilmington; Long Beach; and El Segundo.

• Follow safe work permit processes, policies and procedures.
• Provide technical expertise in consultation with engineering and reliability resources.
• Create and update accurate instrumentation-based service reports using a computerized maintenance management system.
• Calibrate, test, functionally check instrumentation, analyzers, control systems and control elements.
• Optimize work activities related to planned and unplanned equipment outages.
• Assist in the training and development of new employees.
• Assess and resolve priority-based instrumentation and electrical issues as they arise.
• Communicate directly with OEM vendors and suppliers.
• Understand, Diagnose, and Correct Control Loop input-output (i.e. 4-20ma, 3-15 psi, etc.).
• Troubleshoot, Diagnose, and Correct all electrical systems issues up to 600V.
• Knowledge of Switchgear control systems and functionally rack in-out breakers.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Associates in Applied Sciences Degree or equivalent apprenticeship preferred.
• Proven experience with the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting and refurbishment of instrumentation.
• Previous experience in a continuous chemical operation environment.
• Motivated, self-starter capable of effectively managing multiple tasks and priorities.
• Relevant computer and technical skills.
• Ability to understand and use instrument calibration and electrical testing equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret various drawings such as P&IDs, SWDs, and single line diagrams.
• Ability to be trained in the operation of mobile equipment (forklift, manlift, etc.).
• Must have the ability to understand, analyze and resolve technical problems.
• Must be able to work overtime and weekends as required.
• Must have strong, written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Must have a current and valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to meet the physical demands of the job.
• Climb stairs and ladders.
• Work in tight and closed spaces.
• Be able to wear all required personal protective equipment including respirators.

About Linde:

Linde is a leading global industrial gases and engineering company with 2024 sales of $33 billion. We live our mission ofmaking our world more productiveevery day by providing high-quality solutions, technologies and services which are making our customers more successful and helping to sustain and protect our planet.

The company serves a variety of end markets including chemicals & refining, food & beverage, electronics, healthcare, manufacturing, and primary metals. Linde’s industrial gases are used in countless applications, from life-saving oxygen for hospitals to high-purity & specialty gases for electronics manufacturing, hydrogen for clean fuels and much more. Linde also delivers state-of-the-art gas processing solutions to support customer expansion, efficiency improvements and emissions reductions.

For more information about the company and its products and services, please visit www.linde.com .

• We offer a comprehensive competitive benefits package including paid holidays and vacation, health, dental, disability, life insurance, 401(k) (with matching), and pension benefits.
• At Linde, we strive to create a work environment that treats all employees with respect, supports new thoughts and ideas, encourages growth and development, celebrates our differences, and embraces inclusion. Linde is committed to remaining an employer of choice for the diverse, ever-increasing pool of global talent.
• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other reason prohibited by applicable law.

Linde thanks all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview will be contacted.

Pay commensurate with experience. Open to salary range $69,079 - $101,316.