I&E Technician

INEOS Olefins & Polymers USA, LLC; Texas City (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading chemical manufacturing company seeks an I&E Technician in Texas City, TX to maintain, repair, and install instrumentation and electrical equipment. The ideal candidate will have an Associate's degree in Instrumentation, a completed apprenticeship, and at least 3 years of related experience. Responsibilities include ensuring safety compliance and improving maintenance processes. This full-time role offers a chance to actively contribute to safety performance and support operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Completion of a 5-year apprenticeship program.
• At least 3 years of experience in a related field.
• Must possess or obtain a TWIC card.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, and install instrumentation and electrical equipment.
• Collaborate with operations to resolve asset issues.
• Perform tests, calibrations, and linearity checks.

Skills

Digital instrumentation

Electronic instrumentation

Troubleshooting techniques

Knowledge of control circuits

Proficient with schematics

Education

Associate's degree in Instrumentation or related field

Tools

Calibration software

Computer-aided calibrators

Smart transmitters

Job description

Join to apply for the I&E Technician role at INEOS Olefins & Polymers USA, LLC.

We value our talented employees and encourage those who see this opportunity as a good fit to apply. The position requires a commitment to learning and practicing INEOS 20 Principles of Process & Behavioral Safety.

Compensation Grade

The Instrument and Electrical Technician (Journeyman) is responsible for maintaining, repairing, and installing instrumentation and electrical equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Commit to following INEOS 20 Principles of Process & Behavioral Safety.
• Follow standard procedures to ensure safety, environmental compliance, and high‑quality work.
• Develop programs to reduce work‑related illnesses and injuries and improve operation productivity.
• Maintain strict adherence to environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Actively participate to maintain and improve safety performance.
• Promote continual improvement of safety and asset reliability through equipment, job plan, and procedure revisions.
• Improve maintenance processes and methods to reduce potential mistakes and defects.
• Collaborate with operations to resolve asset issues.
• Work with plant lighting, thermostat systems, and programmable controllers to repair and install instrumentation and electrical components.
• Perform tests, calibrations, and linearity checks to ensure accurate readings.
• Read electrical schematics, one‑line diagrams, ladder logic, manufacturer specifications, and blueprints.
• Support site profitability, regulatory compliance, and product quality through preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Troubleshoot asset performance issues, failures, and wear.
• Propose and lead changes to improve reliability and optimize cost.
• Use calibration software and computer‑aided calibrators for instrument calibration.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records in a computerized maintenance management system.
• Participate in factory acceptance testing and functional testing of new installations.
• Attend training sessions to improve skills and familiarize with new equipment, repair, and troubleshooting techniques.

Required Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Instrumentation or a related field.
• Completion of a 5‑year apprenticeship program.
• At least 3 years of experience in a related field.
• Good knowledge of digital, electronic, pneumatic instrumentation, controls, and troubleshooting techniques.
• Knowledge of motors, power and control circuits.
• Familiarity with smart transmitters, field devices, and relevant testing tools.
• Proficient with schematics, wiring diagrams, loop drawings, blueprints, and PID drawings.
• Functional knowledge of distributed control systems (e.g., Invensys I/A, Emerson Delta V) and programmable logic controllers (e.g., Modicon, Rockwell).
• Must possess or obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card prior to first day of employment.
• Skills and training related to life‑critical processes: LOTO, system & process openings, working at heights, hot work, confined space entry, energized electrical work.

Competencies & Behavioral Skills

• Basic understanding of Microsoft Office programs: Word, Excel, Outlook.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Chemical Manufacturing