Industrial I&E Technician – Instrumentation & Electrical

Westlake Chemical; Plaquemine (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Westlake Chemical in Plaquemine, LA seeks an I&E Technician to provide instrumentation and electrical knowledge to maintain process equipment safely and reliably. You will calibrate, repair, and support maintenance programs to maximize on-stream time.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, an Instrument/Electrical certificate, and at least 3 years industrial plant experience. Strong reading of electrical drawings, communication, and computer skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Certificate from an approved Instrument/Electrical school required.
• Minimum of 3 years industrial plant experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform calibration and repair of process instrumentation and electrical equipment.
• Implement and document preventative and predictive maintenance.
• Provide technical assistance to production and engineering teams.
• Maintain instrument/electrical department records and spare parts.
• Provide on-the-job training to other I/E technicians.

Skills

Instrumentation

Electrical maintenance

Preventive maintenance

Calibrations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Instrument/Electrical certificate

Tools

Electrical drawings

Job description

Westlake Chemical in Plaquemine, LA seeks an I&E Technician to provide instrumentation and electrical knowledge to maintain process equipment safely and reliably. You will calibrate, repair, and support maintenance programs to maximize on-stream time.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, an Instrument/Electrical certificate, and at least 3 years industrial plant experience. Strong reading of electrical drawings, communication, and computer skills are essential.