Instrument and Controls Technician (DeltaV Focus)
Dyno Nobel
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Job summary
Dyno Nobel is seeking an Instrumentation and Control Technician to monitor and maintain DeltaV control systems, perform firmware updates, and manage system security. The role involves supporting legacy systems, upgrading software, and ensuring reliable plant operations in a manufacturing environment.
Ideal candidates have an Associate’s degree in engineering or related field and 5+ years of automation experience, including DeltaV/ControlLogix, HMIs, and industrial databases.
Qualifications
- Associate’s degree in Engineering, Automation, Electrical Technology, or related field.
- 5+ years of experience in industrial automation or control systems.
- Experience in industrial, manufacturing, or chemical plant environments.
- Experience with DeltaV or Rockwell Automation ControlLogix.
- Experience configuring HMI systems.
- Knowledge of Safety Instrumented Systems (ISA 84 / IEC 61511).
- Experience with SQL Server, MS Access, or industrial databases.
Responsibilities
- Perform firmware updates and lifecycle management for DeltaV control system hardware.
- Support legacy system maintenance and upgrade planning.
- Perform operating system upgrades, service packs, patches, and fixes.
- Maintain virus protection and system security updates.
- Maintain network security and user management.
- Maintain control system configuration libraries and standards.
- Configure and maintain alarm attributes and logging systems.
- Develop and maintain control loop functional specifications.
- Monitor and improve control loop performance; use tools to detect degradation.
- Partner with E&I technicians to develop preventive maintenance programs.
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Job description
As the Instrumentation and Control Technician, you will consistently monitor and provide maintenance of the Control systems to ensure continued reliable operation. You will complete regular firmware updates and update virus protection software.
*This position is located in Louisiana, Missouri* (About 40 minutes from Hannibal, Missouri)
Dyno Nobel is a global leader in commercial explosives, manufacturing and blasting technology, delivering innovative solutions to the mining, quarry, construction, and seismic industries. With a legacy of safety, performance, and technical excellence, Dyno Nobel is known for pushing the boundaries of what's possible in commercial explosives—helping customers optimize operations, improve productivity, and reduce environmental impact. Backed by a team of dedicated professionals and a commitment to continuous improvement, Dyno Nobel sets the standard for reliable and responsible blasting manufacturing and services worldwide
- 3 weeks vacation + 12 paid holidays + PTO days
- Full health benefits including employer HSA contributions + dental plan with an orthodontic option, wellness coaching available
- Up to a 4% 401k match PLUS additional company contribution from 1% to 5% based on years of service
- Generous tuition reimbursement program
- Generous paid parental leave
- Friendly and supportive coworkers
- Perform firmware updates and lifecycle management for DeltaV control system hardware
- Support legacy system maintenance and upgrade planning
- Perform operating system upgrades, service packs, patches, and fixes
- Maintain virus protection and system security updates
- Maintain network security and user management
- Maintain control system configuration libraries and standards
- Configure and maintain alarm attributes and logging systems
- Support alarm rationalization and system reliability
- Develop and maintain control loop functional specifications
- Prepare control strategy documentation and loop drawings using SAMA diagrams or logic block diagrams
- Monitor and improve control loop performance
- Utilize tools such as Emerson Insight to detect performance degradation and optimize loop performance
- Partner with E&I technicians to develop and optimize preventive maintenance programs
- Use monitoring tools such as ValveLink to support outage planning and reduce unplanned downtime
- Associate’s degree in Engineering, Automation, Electrical Technology, or related field
- OR
- 5+ years of experience in industrial automation or control systems
- Experience working in an industrial, manufacturing, or chemical plant environment
- Experience supporting Distributed Control Systems (DCS) or PLC systems
- Experience with DeltaV or Rockwell Automation ControlLogix
- Experience configuring HMI systems
- Knowledge of Safety Instrumented Systems (ISA 84 / IEC 61511)
- Experience with SQL Server, MS Access, or industrial databases
- Knowledge of industrial networking
- Positive attitude, friendly demeanor, and a team player
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Dyno Nobel is an equal employment opportunity employer and will give all qualified applicants consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
- Dyno Nobel does not accept unsolicited agency resumes without prior contract agreements for specified role. Agencies should not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Dyno Nobel employees or any other organization location. Dyno Nobel is not responsible for any agency fees related to unsolicited resumes*
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