Instrumentation and Electrical Engineering Technologist

Instrumentation and Electrical Engineering Technologist

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Full‑time / On‑site, 1st Shift

Location:

Avon Lake, OH 44012 Company:
Lubrizol Corporation

• Provide 24/7 on‑call support for all instrumentation, electrical, and control systems issues beyond the capability of the site I&E technicians and respond promptly to minimize plant downtime.
• Perform periodic health checks and preventive maintenance on control system (e.g. DeltaV) hardware, operator workstations, network switches, network backbone, and PLC components.
• Assist Operations & Maintenance Departments with questions and troubleshooting requiring technical expertise, e.g. loop troubleshooting, interlock questions, electrical component failures, maintenance job plan technical input.
• Participate in checkout, commissioning, and startup activities for projects, expansions, and modifications, including instrumentation setup, VFD programming, electrical checkouts.
• Implement small‑scale automation and electrical changes for the Engineering Department including control and graphic configurations.
• Assist the Training Coordinator in operator training activities as part of electrical and control system projects.
• Provide input to Technical Object Updater (TOU) and Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) Coordinator for management of control system and instrumentation spare parts, including SAP functional locations, bills of materials, and preventive maintenance records.
• Assist plant Engineers and Designers in creating site instrumentation standards, logic documentation, P&IDs, loop drawings, interlock and alarm lists, single‑line diagrams, motor control schematics, panel board schedules, electrical hazard labeling, etc., and ensure they are kept up to date.
• Provide technical information for and participate in process hazard assessments and root cause investigations and support corrective actions.
• Work with plant Process Control Engineer to install DeltaV hotfixes, Windows updates, and perform database cleans; support engineers with field equipment during version upgrades.
• Collaborate with Global Engineering, Procurement, and Lubrizol Electrical and Automation Communities to align with best practices.
• Ensure compliance with mechanical integrity programs (inspection/testing of interlocks, alarms, SIS).
• Support automation security programs including secure remote access and alarm management.
• Support the Asset Management System (AMS) for maintenance and reliability functions.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology, electrical preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent with 12+ years of experience as a maintenance or engineering technician focusing on instrumentation within a chemical plant.
• Hands‑on experience with instrumentation such as pressure, level, temperature, flow sensors, and control valves.
• Electrical systems up to 480 V, including relays, motor starters, and VFDs.
• Automation systems including PLCs, DCS, HMIs, etc.;
  DeltaV strongly preferred.
• Programming languages used in automation, e.g. Function Block, Ladder Logic.
• Programming software and tools for instrumentation, e.g. faceplate parameter selection, computer‑based HART protocol.
• Engineering drawings such as P&IDs, single‑line diagrams, loop drawings, card drawings, electrical schematics, panel board schedules.
• Industry codes and standards such as NFPA 70, 70B, and 70E.

• Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Software (CMMS).
• Experience with SAP.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD.

• Standing, walking, or operating equipment for extended periods.
• Working in a lab or manufacturing setting with appropriate PPE provided.
• Use of computers and digital tools in an office or hybrid environment.
• Occasional lifting or movement of materials.
• Adherence to rigorous safety protocols and ergonomic standards.

• Competitive salary with performance‑based bonus plans.
• 401(k) match + Age‑Weighted Defined Contribution.
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage.
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Paid holidays, vacation, and parental leave.
• Flexible work environment.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Career and professional growth.
• Inclusive culture and vibrant community engagement.

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