I&E Technician

PBF Energy; Paulsboro (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligibility

Health care

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

PBF Energy in Paulsboro, NJ is seeking an I&E Technician to maintain instrumentation, electrical, and control systems across refinery and terminal areas. You will install, calibrate, troubleshoot, and repair transmitters, analyzers, MCCs, VFDs, and PLC/DCS components, ensuring uptime and compliance.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, plus 3–5 years of hands-on I&E maintenance in heavy industrial settings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training preferred.
• Hands-on experience with instrumentation and electrical maintenance.
• Familiar with PLCs, DCS, and process instrumentation documentation.

Responsibilities

• Install, calibrate, and repair field instrumentation (transmitters, valves, analyzers).
• Maintain electrical systems: MCCs, power distribution, lighting, and control circuits.
• Troubleshoot issues using multimeters, calibrators, and diagnostic tools.
• Support PLC/DCS maintenance and basic programming, I/O checks.
• Perform light mechanical tasks on pumps, motors, and rotating equipment.
• Read P&IDs, wiring diagrams, and instrument data sheets for tasks.
• Coordinate with operations and maintenance for scheduled work and startups.
• Respond to alarms, upsets, and emergencies; document findings and actions.
• Maintain records: work orders, calibration reports, and spare parts logs.

Skills

Instrumentation

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC/DCS knowledge

Safety culture

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree in electrical/instrumentation technology

Tools

SCADA

SAP

VFDs

Job description

I&E Technician

The I&E Technician is a critical hands‑on role responsible for the safe, efficient, reliable, and compliant maintenance of instrumentation, electrical, automation, and light mechanical systems in PBF's CPI Operations facility in Paulsboro, NJ. This position serves as the primary technician for all I&E‑related tasks across the facility, including production units (asphalt and crude processing), truck loading racks, storage terminal, and associated pipelines. The technician will perform installations, calibrations, troubleshooting, and repairs to ensure operational integrity, minimize downtime, and support operational excellence.

Principal Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, calibrate, and repair field instrumentation including pressure, temperature, level, and flow transmitters, control valves, analyzers, and related devices.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical systems, including power distribution, motor control centers (MCCs), variable frequency drives (VFDs), motors, lighting, and control circuits.
• Troubleshoot electrical and instrumentation issues using diagnostic equipment such as multimeters, pressure calibrators, smart communicators, and meggers.
• Maintain and support Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and Distributed Control Systems (DCS), including I/O checks, fault isolation, and basic programming modifications.
• Perform light mechanical tasks, including maintenance and troubleshooting of pumps, motors, gearboxes, compressors, valves, and rotating equipment.
• Interpret and work from P&IDs, loop diagrams, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and instrument data sheets.
• Operate plant vehicles, hand tools, power lift equipment, man‑lifts, and other machinery as needed for I&E tasks in both terminal and refinery unit areas.
• Support commissioning, startups, and modifications of control and electrical systems.
• Conduct routine inspections, testing, and calibration to ensure compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements (Federal and State Regulators).
• Respond promptly to operational alarms, upsets, abnormal conditions, and emergencies involving I&E equipment.
• Maintain accurate records, including work orders, calibration reports, maintenance logs, and spare parts inventory.
• Participate in root cause analysis, emergency response drills, safety meetings, job safety analyses (JSAs), and incident investigations.
• Identify opportunities for improvements in safety, reliability, efficiency, automation, and cost reduction.
• Complete and maintain required qualifications, including HAZWOPER, TWIC, and other company‑mandated training.
• Coordinate with operations, maintenance teams, contractors, and control center personnel for scheduled maintenance, repairs, and project support.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support overall operations.

Optional Responsibilities

• Cross‑qualify as a terminal operator to safely assist with Polymer Modified Asphalt (PMA) production.
• Act as Person‑in‑Charge (PIC) at the dock and load/unload railcars.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's degree or technical/vocational training in electrical technology, instrumentation, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 3–5 years of hands‑on experience in instrumentation and electrical maintenance within petroleum terminals, refineries, pipelines, or heavy industrial environments.
• Demonstrated knowledge of I&E systems, including analyzers, transmitters, PLCs, DCS, vibration monitoring, and process analyzers.
• Strong working knowledge of industrial electrical systems, control circuits, MCCs, and rotating equipment (pumps, motors).
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical/instrumentation diagrams, P&IDs, loop diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Proven troubleshooting, diagnostic, and problem‑solving skills across multi‑discipline systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and SAP; experience with SCADA or terminal automation software is highly desirable.
• Experience with tools and diagnostic equipment for troubleshooting, repairing, replacing, and testing instrument loops, electrical circuits, and equipment.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including after‑hours callouts, weekends, and overtime to respond to emergencies.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and teamwork skills with a strong emphasis on safety culture.
• Must hold a valid driver's license and be eligible to obtain and maintain a TWIC card, meeting all company standards for safety‑sensitive positions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with transitioning operations or legacy refinery systems, like asphalt and crude units.
• Knowledge of advanced systems including cathodic protection, flow computers, data analytics, or advanced SCADA systems.
• Familiarity with alarm management, process optimization, or vibration analysis in midstream/refinery settings.
• Current certifications in electrical safety, instrumentation (e.g., ISA CCST), or related I&E qualifications.
• Demonstrated adaptability to evolving technologies and expanded operational responsibilities in converted refinery‑terminal environments.

Pay & Benefits

The pay rate is $50.40 per hour, determined by a Collective Bargaining Agreement. In addition to pay, PBF offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes bonus eligibility, health care, retirement benefits, and paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Statement

PBF Energy is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, reproductive health decision making, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, age, veteran and military status, or any other status protected by applicable law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations as required by law.