Job Overview:

Linde Inc is currently seeking an Instrumentation and Electrical (I/E) Technician. This position will report to the Plant Superintendent.

The Instrumentation and Electrical Technician must demonstrate initiative in handling issues, be self-motivated, dependable, and work within a team environment. This role also works to support the process operations of the Air Separation site and helps to ensure the facility is ran in a safe, efficient, and compliant manner. This position responds to unplanned events and makes technical decisions to ensure the reliability of the facility and requires a combination of office and field work. Accessibility during off-hours (laptop and cell phone) is required.

Key responsibilities:

Responsible for the installation, troubleshooting, inspection, calibration, and repairs of plant instrumentation and electrical systems.Maintain and troubleshoot industrial instruments and analyzers including transmitters, PLC systems, meters, and automatic valves.Maintain and troubleshoot electrical systems and equipment (<600V) including motors, backup generators, UPS systems, breakers, and transformers.Knowledge of switchgear control systems and functionally rack in-out breakers.Read and Maintain PIDs and Schematic wiring diagrams in compliance with SOPs, QA, and MOC policies.Perform lock-out tag-out and issue permits for electrical work.Ability to facilitate contractor management to ensure safe and efficient completion of electrical maintenance activities.Ensure all FDA-QA annual functional testing requirements are met (i.e. isolation circuit test, etc.)Maintain critical spare parts inventory for instrumentation and electrical systems.Plan, schedule, estimate costs, procure materials, coordinate, and perform instrumentation and electrical activities for site outages.Understand Process Loop interaction and impact on the process.Demonstrate a good understanding of Allen Bradley PLCs diagnostics.Prepare and execute small projects to improve facility availability and reliability.Support root cause analysis program for routine and/or major failures of electrical systems.Utilizing a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), plan and execute instrumentation and electrical maintenance activities including procurement of parts and completion of all follow up required documentation.Support Plant Operations and be able to make control changes.Candidate will be required to perform work outdoors in variable weather conditions, and at elevated heights or confined spaces.