Instrumentation & Electrical Technician — Precision Maintenance Pro

Alpek Polyester USA; Richmond (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Alpek Polyester USA, LLC is seeking an Instrumentation & Electrical Technician to join the Richmond, IN maintenance team. You will diagnose and repair instrument and electrical systems, interpret drawings, and work with DCS/PLC/HMI platforms with a strong emphasis on safety.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in instrumentation/electrical maintenance, relevant certificates or degree, and solid troubleshooting and RFCA knowledge to improve reliability and reduce costs.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of maintenance experience in instrumentation/electrical field.
• Journeyman Instrument/Electrical Certificate.
• Associate Degree in I&E Technology.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of Root Cause Failure Analysis (RFCA).
• Good interpersonal, communication, listening and safety practices.
• Identify practices to improve reliability and reduce costs.

Responsibilities

• Investigate problems with instruments and sensors (flow meters, temp, pressure, level transmitters, etc.).
• Repair and maintain electrical and instrument equipment with tools; rebuild and service machines.
• Inspect and test operation to diagnose faults using pneumatic, electrical, and electronic devices.
• Read and interpret electrical drawings, instrument loop diagrams and BIDS.
• Work with DCS, PLCs, control software and HMIs; troubleshoot as needed.
• Follow established safety rules and procedures.

Skills

Troubleshooting & problem solving

RFCA knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Safety practices

Cost improvement opportunities

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Journeyman Instrument / Electrical Certificate

Associates Degree in I&E Technology

Tools

DCS

PLC programming

Control software

HMI systems

Reading electrical drawings

Job description

Alpek Polyester USA, LLC is seeking an Instrumentation & Electrical Technician to join the Richmond, IN maintenance team. You will diagnose and repair instrument and electrical systems, interpret drawings, and work with DCS/PLC/HMI platforms with a strong emphasis on safety.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in instrumentation/electrical maintenance, relevant certificates or degree, and solid troubleshooting and RFCA knowledge to improve reliability and reduce costs.