Instrument and Electrical Technician

Westlake Chemical; Deer Park (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Westlake Chemical seeks an Instrument & Electrical Technician to maintain and troubleshoot instrumentation and electrical systems in a pivotal petrochemical environment. Candidates should possess strong technical skills and relevant certifications, as well as the ability to perform under pressure. Join a forward-thinking company that values safety and environmental practices.

Qualifications

• 5 years experience as an I&E technician in petrochemical.
• NCCER certification required.
• Experience with DCS and PLC systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, calibrate, maintain, and install plant instrumentation and electrical systems.
• Diagnose electrical systems and components, including relays and motors.
• Assist in determining repairs needed and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Troubleshooting capabilities

Good verbal and written communication skills

Heat trace testing knowledge

Process analyzer skills

Education

High school diploma/GED with minimum 5 years petrochemical plant experience

2-year technical college diploma or military training in instrumentation, electrical or electronics

NCCER certification or equivalent

TWIC card requirements

Job description

Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples' lives through our products and presence in the communities in which we operate.

Trouble-shoot, calibrate, maintain, and install plant instrumentation and electrical systems and components. Document findings, correct drawings to reflect as-built conditions, and maintain equipment history files and logs.

Job Responsibilities:

Able to read and interpret instrument and electrical installation drawings, process plant P&ID s, wiring schematics, loop drawings, electrical one-line drawings and component assembly drawings. Able to read and follow technical manuals, specification sheets, maintenance instructions, parts bill of materials, and understand the significance of materials of construction for specific applications. Function check, diagnose, and calibration instrument sensors, transmitters, and control elements for process parameters such as temperature, flow, level, and pressure. Diagnose and maintain electrical and electronics systems and components such as relays, switches, power supplies, motor control circuits, AC/DC motors, variable speed drives, electric tracing, transformers, and wiring. Basic trouble-shooting and component replacement on control system hardware such as DCS and PLC systems. Assist in determining repairs needed by recommending replacement parts, options, and solutions. Perform other duties as assigned. Comply with all environmental, safety, and health policies and safe work practices.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Heat trace testing knowledge using a multi-meter and megohm meter
• Knowledge of heat trace control panels
• Knowledge of thermal insulation systems
• Troubleshooting capabilities
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Process analyzer skills and experience is a plus.
• DCS and PLC programming experience is a plus.
• Able to work through problems in stressful conditions and remain calm.
• Respond to off-hours plant emergencies as a shared responsibility with other technician.
• Must have or meet requirements for a TWIC card.
• Must have NCCER certification or equivalent.
• Must have NCCER validation or equivalent
• High school diploma/GED with minimum 5 years petrochemical plant experience as an I&E technician.
• 2-year technical college diploma or military training in instrumentation, electrical, or electronics, and minimum of 3-years plant experience would be an acceptable substitute for the above requirement.

Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.

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