Instrumentation & Electrical (I&E) Supervisor

Actalent; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an I&E supervisor in Honolulu to lead the Instrumentation & Electrical team across facilities, ensuring effective planning, coordination, and execution of maintenance and repair activities. The role supports 24/7 emergency response and compliance with industry standards.

The position requires 5+ years in instrumentation/control/electrical systems and 2+ years of leadership, with a Hawaii driver license and post-hire certifications such as First Aid/CPR, forklift, and

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years hands-on experience with instrumentation, control systems, and/or electrical systems.
• Minimum 2 years of leadership or supervisory experience.
• Vocational or trade school certification or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee personnel and activities related to installation, maintenance, repair, and replacement of instrumentation, electrical, and control system equipment.
• Coordinate maintenance work with outside contractors and resolve contractor-related issues.
• Administer and enforce maintenance procedures, shutdown/turnaround plans, inspection and testing procedures, permitting requirements, and safety protocols.
• Review specifications and drawings to support purchase and installation of automated instrumentation systems for new or improved operations.
• Develop cost estimates and coordinate procurement of necessary parts, tools, and materials.
• Maintain equipment information within CMMS and analyze maintenance data to recommend repair solutions.
• Train or coordinate training for personnel on testing equipment, troubleshooting methods, and control system hardware/software.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state and local regulations as well as industry standards.

Skills

Leadership

Team supervision

Maintenance planning

Coordination

Instrumentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Automated Systems

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Position Overview:

The I&E supervisor provides first-line leadership of the Instrumentation and Electrical team to ensure effective planning, coordination, and execution of maintenance and repair activities for instrumentation, controls, and electrical systems across manufacturing facilities. This role ensures compliance with applicable regulations, industry standards, and maintenance best practices while supporting 24/7 emergency response needs.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Oversee personnel and activities related to the installation, maintenance, repair, and replacement of instrumentation, electrical, and control system equipment.




• Coordinate maintenance work with outside contractors and resolve contractor-related issues.




• Administer and enforce maintenance procedures, shutdown and turnaround plans, inspection and testing procedures, permitting requirements, and safety protocols.




• Review specifications and drawings to support the purchase and installation of automated instrumentation systems for new or improved operations.




• Develop cost estimates and coordinate procurement of necessary parts, tools, and materials.




• Maintain equipment information within CMMS and other databases, analyze maintenance data, and recommend repair solutions.




• Train or coordinate training for personnel on testing equipment, troubleshooting methods, and control system hardware and software.




• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, as well as relevant industry standards.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Utilize computer systems and technology tools to organize, analyze, and manage work activities.




• Protect and maintain company assets and property within the assigned area of responsibility.




• Serve as or coordinate emergency maintenance response support and maintain overtime rotation schedules.




• Review documentation, approve timesheets, assist with training, handle first-step grievances, and provide personnel recommendations.




• Promote safety, report unsafe conditions, and maintain all required environmental, health, and safety training.




• Comply with all organizational policies and procedures.




• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.




• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Vocational or trade school certification or equivalent experience.




• Minimum 5 years of hands‑on experience with instrumentation, control systems, and/or electrical systems.




• Minimum 2 years of leadership or supervisory experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field, preferably Electrical Engineering or Automated Systems.




• Experience working in facilities regulated under OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM) and EPA Risk Management Program (RMP) requirements.




• Experience working in a union environment.

Required Licenses & Certifications:

• Valid Hawaii Driver License.




• First Aid/CPR Certification (required after hire).




• Forklift (Powered Industrial Truck) Certification (required after hire).




• Aerial and Scissor Lift Certification (required after hire).

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Honolulu, HI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $120000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k and much more!

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Honolulu,HI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 10, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.