I&E Technician: Plant Controls & Instrumentation

Air Products; Port Arthur (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

FSA

HSA

Life Insurance

EAP

Job summary

Air Products in Port Arthur, TX seeks an experienced Instrumentation & Electrical (I&E) Technician to maintain instrumentation, electrical equipment, and DCS systems at the Port Arthur facility, with occasional support at Westlake, LA (less than 10%).

The role emphasizes reliable plant operation, safety, and hands-on troubleshooting to improve on-stream performance. The position is based on site with competitive benefits and a strong safety culture.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED required.
• Trade/Technical degree or apprenticeship in a related field.
• 4 years of Electromechanical or Instrumentation & Electrical experience.
• Military service in a related field a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work with and troubleshoot the following: Pressure, temperature, level and flow measuring equipment, Water analytical equipment including pH/ORP, Conductivity, Solenoids, Limit & Proximity Switches, CEMS systems, and continuous analyzers.
• Repair and troubleshoot analog and discrete instrument loops.
• Troubleshoot and repair control valves.
• Read blueprints, P&ID's, single-lines, ladder logic, and wiring schematics.
• Effectively use typical test and calibration equipment, including pneumatic calibrators, RTD calibrators, mA calibrators, T/C calibrators, digital and analog multi-meters, meggers, and laptops for equipment communication.
• Follow step-by-step calibration procedures.
• Use SAP to enter and retrieve data.
• Troubleshoot and repair 480 VAC 3 phase motor controls as well as 120 VAC control circuits.
• Gas Turbine experience is advantageous but not required.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Instrumentation expertise

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Trade/Technical degree or apprenticeship

Tools

SAP

Blueprints & P&ID reading

Job description

Air Products in Port Arthur, TX seeks an experienced Instrumentation & Electrical (I&E) Technician to maintain instrumentation, electrical equipment, and DCS systems at the Port Arthur facility, with occasional support at Westlake, LA (less than 10%).

The role emphasizes reliable plant operation, safety, and hands-on troubleshooting to improve on-stream performance. The position is based on site with competitive benefits and a strong safety culture.