I&E Technician

NES Fircroft; Texas; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global engineering staffing provider is seeking an I&E Technician to perform critical modifications, repairs, and maintenance on electronic and electrical equipment in Texas. The role demands expertise in control systems and troubleshooting, preferring candidates with a journeyman designation and significant experience in the energy sector. Candidates should possess strong mechanical aptitude and communication skills, and must be willing to work under various environmental conditions, including temperature extremes.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of electrical and instrumentation experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable record is required.
• Capable of working in a fast-paced industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Modify, repair, or overhaul electronic and electrical equipment.
• Install, troubleshoot, and maintain control systems and instrumentation.
• Provide training and technical support to team members.

Skills

Electrical codes

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical troubleshooting

Communication skills

Basic math skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D.

Technical trade school or apprenticeship

Journeyman electrical designation

Job description

I&E Technician

Responsibilities:

• Modify, repair, or overhaul electronic and electrical equipment and controls.
• Apply knowledge of electronics principles to diagnose malfunctions and restore equipment to operation.
• Install instrumentation and electrical components safely.
• Troubleshoot control systems and complex equipment such as gas receipts, turbines, generators, process plants, dehydration units, control and pump stations, and gas chromatography systems.
• Run conduit, pull wire, replace motors, and maintain lighting systems and basic motor controls.
• Maintain, modify, and troubleshoot Distributive Control Systems (DCS) and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC).
• Maintain advanced monitoring devices including gas, flame, fire detectors, vibration, and temperature sensors.
• Read and interpret P&ID diagrams, electrical diagrams, and other complex electrical drawings.
• Update electrical drawings as needed.
• Install, troubleshoot, and maintain end devices, alarms, shutdown systems, process controls, substation and branch feeders, variable frequency drives, air/fuel controllers, and panel boards.
• Perform preventative and general maintenance on electronic and pneumatic equipment.
• Provide training and technical support to team members.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent required.
• Graduation from a technical trade school, completion of an apprenticeship, certification, or associate degree in instrumentation or related field preferred.
• Journeyman electrical designation highly preferred.
• Ability to read and understand safety procedures, work procedures, blueprints, P&ID diagrams, work permits, and manuals.
• Thorough knowledge of electrical codes and familiarity with AC voltage (120-480V), both three-phase and single-phase, plus 24 VDC.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Minimum of 5+ years of electrical and instrumentation experience, preferably in the energy industry.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and dexterity with tools and equipment.
• Basic math skills (percentages, ratios, proportions).
• Basic computer skills (MS Word, Excel).
• Ability to prioritize tasks and respond effectively under stressful or hazardous conditions.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to influence, persuade, negotiate, and engage with various parties.
• Proactive attitude with initiative-taking.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, less structured environment.
• Capable of working indoors and outdoors around industrial electrical equipment.
• Ability to work in temperature extremes and various physical positions.
• Physical ability to lift, push, pull, and hold equipment and tools; climb and work at heights; work in confined spaces.
• Ability to react to signals and alarms.
• Physical capacity to perform physical tasks, including lifting up to 50 lbs., transporting loads up to 75 lbs., and applying torque.
• Willingness to work overtime and respond to call-outs.
• Must live within 1 hour of the reporting location or be willing to relocate; ability to travel domestically up to 10% of the time.

With over 90 years of combined experience, NES Fircroft is a leading global engineering staffing provider across multiple sectors, offering comprehensive support including visas, work permits, benefits, and accommodations to ensure safety and compliance.