Instrumentation Reliability Specialist

Westlake; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Westlake is seeking a Specialist - IE (Instrument) to improve reliability of Instrumentation and Electrical Systems at our Lake Charles site. The role emphasizes instrumentation maintenance, preventative and predictive maintenance, and asset management aligned with equipment criticality.

You will support calibration databases, PM optimization, spare parts management, and instrument control valve activity, while contributing to ISO compliance and training programs.

Qualifications

• Background screening required (drug/test & pre-employment physical).
• TWIC card is required.
• 10 years Instrument Maintenance experience preferred; 8+ years considered.
• Experience in industrial plant facilities with maintenance planning & scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Support accident prevention and environmental excellence.
• Develop Instrument Calibration database and calibrator documentation.
• Assist with Meridium documentation management and training.
• Investigate chronic instrument failures and recommend long-term solutions.
• Assist in management of Instrumentation spare parts and stock revisions.
• Review data from instrumentation PMs to optimize PM frequencies; develop PM forms/procedures.
• Support control valve repairs, materials and reporting.
• Support operations during unit startups, shutdowns, and runtime.
• Assist in development of Instrumentation Training Programs.
• Support AMS implementation and training for instrumentation personnel.
• Develop and track critical care plans for instruments classified as Criticality Ranking A and B.
• Provide assistance to Instrument Engineers on reliability projects.
• Review shift logs for follow-up actions and report to engineers/supervision.
• Support ISO compliance efforts, audits, and documentation for quality critical equipment.

Skills

Instrument maintenance

Preventive maintenance

Maintenance planning

Communication

MS Office

SAP

Education

Diploma/Degree in instrumentation

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

Westlake is seeking a Specialist - IE (Instrument) to improve reliability of Instrumentation and Electrical Systems at our Lake Charles site. The role emphasizes instrumentation maintenance, preventative and predictive maintenance, and asset management aligned with equipment criticality.

You will support calibration databases, PM optimization, spare parts management, and instrument control valve activity, while contributing to ISO compliance and training programs.