Instrument & Electrical Technician

Choosegreaterpeoria; Illinois; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in innovative maintenance solutions is looking for a dedicated technician. The role involves specialized electrical and instrumentation tasks, requiring strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to work in a dynamic environment. Successful candidates will receive competitive training, performance-related pay, and opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in electrical and instrumentation.
• Ability to program and troubleshoot control systems.
• Knowledge of temperature, pressure, and flow instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform specialized maintenance and repair services.
• Work on instrumentation calibration and troubleshooting.
• Read and implement electrical codes, manuals, and schematics.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Instrumentation

Troubleshooting

Programming variable frequency drives

Education

High school diploma

Associate’s degree

Tools

E&I test equipment

Driver Explorer

SAP

Job description

What we offer

You will work on exciting and challenging topics in an ultra-modern, innovative, and creative environment. Intensive on-the-job training with expert colleagues will help you quickly become familiar with your duties and perform them independently. Performance-related pay and opportunities for personal and professional development are included. Since 2009, Evonik Industries AG has been certified as a family-friendly company by the German Hertie Foundation.

Learn more about Evonik from our employees:

https://careers.evonik.com/en/about/meet-the-team/

Job Description: Performs specialized maintenance and repair services, either across multiple crafts (such as electrical, carpentry, welding, plumbing, sheet metal, painting, and millwrighting), or in a single craft with significant specialized expertise. Maintains a sound understanding of the maintenance history of buildings, equipment, and facilities.

Responsibilities:

• Understand and apply all safety requirements for the Instrument and Electrical crafts, including ISO, Responsible Care (RC), and other plant-specific requirements.
• Possess knowledge of gaskets, packing, bolts, anchors, hoses, metallurgy, and field mounting techniques related to electrical and instrumentation equipment.
• Work on instrumentation calibration, configuration, pneumatic control valves, actuators, positioners, loop checks, troubleshooting, and commissioning.
• Read, interpret, and implement electrical codes, manuals, schematics, P&ID’s, blueprints, and specifications.
• Replace faulty electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components under supervision.
• Check out parts and materials from storerooms for routine maintenance and repairs.
• Document repair activities and seek continuous improvement opportunities.
• Communicate effectively with the Maintenance Department, contractors, engineers, and production units.
• Promote a safe and effective work environment.
• Willingness to learn and develop skills.

Requirements:

• High school diploma required; Associate’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience.
• Knowledge of electrical and instrumentation (E&I) and process controls.
• Familiarity with temperature, pressure, and flow instrumentation.
• Ability to program and troubleshoot variable frequency drives.
• Knowledge of Distributed Control Systems (Delta V and RS3 is a plus).
• Proficiency with computers, including standard software and SAP.
• Ability to use basic E&I test equipment, Driver Explorer, RsLinx, AMS, and standard software; capable of installing, rebuilding, and pressure testing control and stop valves.

Evonik Group adopts an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) approach. Candidates are evaluated based on qualifications, experience, and competencies, without discrimination based on race, ethnicity, age, gender, religion, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, or other protected classifications.

Your Application

Apply online via our careers portal. Further information about Evonik as an employer can be found at https://careers.evonik.com. Please include your earliest possible start date and salary expectations in your application.

Contact: Brittney Compton, Talent Acquisition Manager

Company: Evonik Corporation