Instrumentation and Electrical Engineering Technologist

The Lubrizol Corporation

Avon Lake (OH)

On-site

USD 75,000 - 95,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with performance-based bonus plans

401(k) match + Age-Weighted Defined Contribution

Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Paid holidays, vacation, and parental leave

Flexible work environment

Learning and development opportunities

Career and professional growth

Inclusive culture and vibrant community engagement

Job summary

The Lubrizol Corporation seeks an Instrumentation and Electrical Engineering Technologist to provide technical expertise for plant operations in Avon Lake, Ohio. This role involves maintaining control systems, assisting in troubleshooting, and offering on-call support. Candidates should possess a degree in engineering, experience in instrumentation, and knowledge of automation systems like PLCs and DeltaV. The position includes competitive salary and benefits, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development.

Qualifications

Experience working hands-on with automation systems.
Experience with industry codes and standards, e.g. NFPA 70, 70B, and 70E.

Responsibilities

Provide 24/7 on-call support for all instrumentation issues.
Perform preventive maintenance on control system hardware.
Assist Operations & Maintenance Departments with technical expertise.
Participate in checkout, commissioning, and startup activities.
Implement small-scale automation and electrical changes.

Skills

Instrumentation such as pressure, level, temperature, flow sensors, and control valves

Electrical systems up to 480V including relays, motor starters, and VFDs

Automation systems including PLCs, DCS, HMIs, etc.; DeltaV strongly preferred

Programming languages used in automation, e.g. Function Block, Ladder Logic

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology

High school diploma or equivalent with 12+ years of experience

Tools

Computerized Maintenance Management Software (CMMS)

SAP

AutoCAD

Job description

Shape the Future with Us. At Lubrizol, we’re transforming the specialty chemicals market through science, sustainability, and a culture of inclusion. As part of our global team, you’ll be empowered to make a real impact—on your career, your community, and the world around you.

Job Type: Full-time / On-site

Shift + Hours: 1st Shift

How You’ll Make An Impact

As an Instrumentation and Electrical Engineering Technologist you’ll be at the forefront of our innovation, driving specialty chemical solutions forward. You’ll collaborate with a diverse group of passionate individuals to deliver sustainable solutions to advance mobility, improve wellbeing, and enhance modern life. The Instrumentation and Electrical (I&E) Engineering Technologist is responsible for providing technical expertise to plant Operations and Maintenance for site instrumentation, control systems (DCS, PLC, SIS), and electrical infrastructure. This includes hardware and software maintenance, user‑interface modifications, preventive maintenance, documentation upkeep, and process control operational assistance. The role ensures safe and reliable operation of automation and electrical systems while minimizing downtime and maximizing availability.

In This Role, You Will

Provide 24/7 on‑call support for all instrumentation, electrical, and control systems issues beyond the capability of the site I&E technicians and respond promptly to minimize plant downtime.
Perform periodic health checks and preventative maintenance on control system (e.g. DeltaV) hardware, operator workstations, network switches, network backbone, and PLC components.
Assist Operations & Maintenance Departments with questions and troubleshooting requiring technical expertise, e.g. loop troubleshooting, interlock questions, electrical component failures, maintenance job plan technical input, etc.
Participate in checkout, commissioning, and startup activities for projects, expansions, and modifications, including instrumentation setup, VFD programming, electrical checkouts, etc.
Implement small‑scale automation and electrical changes for the Engineering Department including control and graphic configurations.
Assist the Training Coordinator in Operator training activities as part of electrical and control system projects.
Provide input to Technical Object Updater (TOU) and Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) Coordinator for management of control system and instrumentation spare parts, including SAP functional locations, bills of materials, and preventive maintenance records.
Assist plant Engineers and Designers in creating site instrumentation standards, logic documentation, P&IDs, loop drawings, interlock and alarm lists, single‑line diagrams, motor control schematics, panelboard schedules, electrical hazard labeling, etc., and ensure they are kept up to date.
Provide technical information for and participate in process hazard assessments and root cause investigations and support corrective actions.
Work with plant Process Control Engineer to install DeltaV hotfixes, Windows updates, and perform database cleans; support engineers with field equipment during version upgrades.
Collaborate with Global Engineering, Procurement, and Lubrizol Electrical and Automation Communities to align with best practices.
Ensure compliance with mechanical integrity programs (inspection/testing of interlocks, alarms, SIS).
Support automation security programs including secure remote access and alarm management.
Support the Asset Management System (AMS) for maintenance and reliability functions.

Required Qualifications That Enable Your Success

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology, electrical preferred
High school diploma or equivalent with 12+ years of experience as a maintenance or engineering technician focusing on instrumentation within a chemical plant.
Experience working hands‑on with
- Instrumentation such as pressure, level, temperature, flow sensors, and control valves
- Electrical systems up to 480V including relays, motor starters, and VFDs
- Automation systems including PLCs, DCS, HMIs, etc.; DeltaV strongly preferred
- Programming languages used in automation, e.g. Function Block, Ladder Logic
- Programming software and tools for instrumentation, e.g. faceplate parameter selection, computer‑based, HART protocol, etc.
- Engineering drawings, e.g. P&IDs, single‑line diagrams, loop drawings, card drawings, electrical schematics, panelboard schedules, etc.
- Industry codes and standards, e.g. NFPA 70, 70B, and 70E

Preferred Qualifications That Drive You Forward

Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Software (CMMS)
Experience with SAP
Proficiency with AutoCAD

Your Work Environment

At Lubrizol, we’re committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and empowering environment where you can do your best work—whether in a lab, on the production floor, or in a hybrid office setting. Depending on your role, your work environment may include: