Instrumentation & Controls Technician

FuelCell Energy; Torrington (CT); On-site; USD 54,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Company-paid life/disability insurance

401(k) plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Generous paid leave

Job summary

FuelCell Energy in Torrington, CT is seeking an Instrumentation & Controls Technician to inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, test, install and repair plant equipment and systems, including PLCs, control systems, gas delivery, and Ethernet networking.

You will write PLC logic, diagnose issues, perform preventive maintenance, install equipment, and support electrical systems while collaborating with Manufacturing Engineering and other departments.

Qualifications

• AS Degree or equivalent combination of technical training and experience.
• Minimum of 4 years power plant operations/maintenance or equivalent industry experience troubleshooting of instrument, electrical, mechanical issues required.

Responsibilities

• Write PLC logic changes as directed by Manufacturing Engineering staff.
• Diagnose system, PLC, and equipment problems.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on plant equipment and systems.
• Install/replace plant equipment and systems.
• Assist in electrical troubleshooting of AC and DC electrical systems.
• Assist in maintaining the preventative maintenance program.
• Maintain plant inventory system.
• Maintain and troubleshoot plant network communications.
• Install and maintain system terminal software.
• Maintain plant control system, gas quality monitoring system and associated instrumentation and control equipment.
• Update controls drawings and schematics.
• Communicate with inter-departmental personnel, vendors, and customers as necessary.
• Follow approved plant operating, maintenance and health and safety procedures.
• Participate in Hazard assessments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Provide after hour’s support for emergency work.

Skills

PLC logic

Electrical systems

Troubleshooting

Maintenance

Education

AS Degree or equivalent

Job description

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FuelCell Energy is redefining how the world produces and uses power. As a leading clean energy technology company, we're helping businesses, communities, utilities, and data centers meet growing energy demands with reliable, always-on power solutions.

With nearly a gigawatt of fuel cell platforms deployed worldwide, we're accelerating the transition to a more resilient energy future. Join a team of innovators, problem-solvers, and industry pioneers who are tackling some of the world's most complex energy challenges while shaping the next generation of sustainable power.

Your work here won't just power facilities. It will help power the future.

The pay for this position ranges from $39.00- $42.00.

Overview:

In this position, you will play a key role as an Instrumentation & Controls Technician. In this role you will perform inspections, maintenance, troubleshooting, testing, installation and repairs of plant equipment and systems. Plant equipment includes plant control system, gas delivery systems, instrumentation, breakers, valves, motors, fans, electrical systems, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), and other associated equipment. This position will also update and maintain the plant manufacturing software and Ethernet networking system.

Responsibilities:

• Write new PLC Logic changes as directed by the Manufacturing Engineering staff.
• Use troubleshooting skills to diagnose system, PLC, and equipment problems.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on plant equipment and systems.
• Perform installation/replacement of plant equipment and systems.
• Assist in electrical troubleshooting of AC and DC electrical systems.
• Assist in the execution of the preventative maintenance program.
• Assist in maintaining and controlling the plant inventory system.
• Maintain and troubleshoot plant and workstation network communications.
• Install and maintain system terminal software.
• Maintain and troubleshoot plant control system, gas quality monitoring system and associated balance of plant instrumentation and control equipment.
• Install revisions or modifications to plant systems, update controls drawings and schematics.
• Communicate and interact with inter-departmental personnel, vendors, and customer as necessary to accomplish tasks.
• Follow all approved plant operating, maintenance and health and safety procedures.
• Participate in Hazard assessments.
• Perform other duties, as assigned.
• This position will be required to provide after hour’s support to support emergency work, etc.

Qualifications:

• Education AS Degree or equivalent combination of technical training and experience.
• Experience:Minimum of 4 years power plant operations/maintenance or equivalent industry experience troubleshooting of instrument, electrical, mechanical issues required. Some experience in rigging, mobile equipment, and insulation ‘a plus’.

Ideal candidate will have:

• Strong technical knowledge in the ability to perform maintenance, repairs, troubleshooting, and operation of conditioning facility and site equipment.
• Proven ability to be self-directed as well as be a team player, with the ability to work independently and communicate clearly.
• Ability to use basic office equipment including a computer.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:

• This position works on a 12-hour rotating weekend and night shift.
• Must be willing and able to be on call for 24/7 support when a Conditioning unit is under operations on a rotating basis.
• Some travel between the Torrington and Danbury facilities may be required.
• Works both in climate controlled and uncontrolled environments; must be willing and able to work outside in all weather conditions.
• Frequently required to lift, push, pull and place manufacturing materials up to 50 lbs. with or without assistance.
• Be able and willing to wear required personal protective equipment as designated such as safety glasses, safety shoes, hard hats and other PPE as required.
• Routinely performs tasks that require full range of motion with both hands/arms. Motions include circular, up and down, back and forth, side to side and overhead.
• Must be able to climb ladders and work at heights.

Equal Opportunity Employer

FuelCell Energy is an equal-opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and safe work environment for people of all backgrounds.

We offer a competitive compensation package as well as comprehensive benefits including

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Company-paid life/disability insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Generous paid leave

The successful candidate is required to complete a drug screen, criminal background check, and employment and education verification.

We thank all candidates for their interest in a career with FuelCell Energy. However, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.