Industrial E&I Technician - PLC/DCS & Instrumentation (12h Shift)

Sofidel S.p.A.; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Package

Competitive Salary

Employee referral bonus

Retention Bonus

401(k) Match

Dental Insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

PTO & Vacation

Professional training and development

Professional and safe work environment

Job summary

Sofidel America is seeking an E&I Technician to ensure plant process and maintenance equipment operate safely and reliably. You will apply electrical and instrumentation skills to plan, repair, install, and maintain the mill’s electrical systems, with pay based on experience.

This position works a 12 hour swinging shift and requires strong troubleshooting and documentation habits. Responsibilities include reading schematics, PLC/DCS programming support, sensor and valve instrumentation, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 2-year certification in Electrical Engineering or Electronics preferred.
• At least one year of strong industrial electrical background in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with 480/2300/35kV and 3-phase controls; AB/Rockwell DC Drives; AB/Rockwell PLCs; Reading electrical drawings and ladder logic.
• Experience with variable frequency drives and smart field instruments (pressure, flow, temperature, level, transmitters, actuators, PID controllers).
• Understanding PLC/DCS components.

Responsibilities

• Observes and follows safety regulations and plant procedures with PPE as required.
• Participates in mill safety training and safety engagement activities.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical issues using appropriate tools and software.
• Test functionality of process instrumentation: flow meters, level transmitters, etc.
• Interpret electrical schematics and manuals; repair electrical/electronic systems.
• Collect PLC I/O data to monitor equipment efficiency for future planning.
• Interpret blueprints and diagrams to troubleshoot process control systems.
• Complete control documentation and update drawings after improvements.
• Assist management/engineering on projects as needed.
• Adhere to safe work practices and maintain product quality.
• Coordinate with contractors and vendors to improve efficiency and output.

Skills

Electrical background

Industrial manufacturing

PLC/DCS knowledge

VFDs & smart instruments

Electrical drawings & ladder logic

Education

High school diploma

2-year certification in Electrical Engineering or Electronics

Tools

Rockwell PLCs

Control logic programming

Job description

Sofidel America is seeking an E&I Technician to ensure plant process and maintenance equipment operate safely and reliably. You will apply electrical and instrumentation skills to plan, repair, install, and maintain the mill’s electrical systems, with pay based on experience.

This position works a 12 hour swinging shift and requires strong troubleshooting and documentation habits. Responsibilities include reading schematics, PLC/DCS programming support, sensor and valve instrumentation, and