Instrumentation & Electrical Technician - Plant Troubleshooter

Alpek Polyester USA, LLC; Richmond (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Alpek Polyester USA, LLC in Richmond, IN is seeking an Instrumentation & Electrical Technician with a safety mindset to join the maintenance team. You will diagnose, repair, and maintain instruments, sensors, DCS/PLC systems, and data interfaces while following strict safety rules; strong troubleshooting and RFCA skills are essential.

The role requires hands-on experience in instrumentation and electrical maintenance, adherence to safety protocols, and a proactive, self-driven approach to

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 3 years of maintenance experience in instrumentation/electrical field.
• Journeyman Instrument/Electrical Certificate or Associate degree in I&E Technology preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting and RFCA knowledge and safe working habits.

Responsibilities

• Investigate problems with instruments and sensors including flow meters, variable speed drives, temperature sensors, and transmitters.
• Repairs and maintains electrical and instrument equipment using tools and testing instruments.
• Read and interpret electrical drawings, instrument loop diagrams and BIDS.
• Work safely following established rules and procedures.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Root Cause Failure Analysis (RFCA)

Interpersonal skills

Safety practices

Reliability improvement

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Journeyman Instrument / Electrical Certificate

Associates Degree in I & E Technology

Tools

DCS

PLC programming

Control software

Human-machine interface (HMI) systems

Job description

Alpek Polyester USA, LLC in Richmond, IN is seeking an Instrumentation & Electrical Technician with a safety mindset to join the maintenance team. You will diagnose, repair, and maintain instruments, sensors, DCS/PLC systems, and data interfaces while following strict safety rules; strong troubleshooting and RFCA skills are essential.

The role requires hands-on experience in instrumentation and electrical maintenance, adherence to safety protocols, and a proactive, self-driven approach to