Instrumentation & Electrical; I&E Engineer

The Instrumentation & Electrical (I&E) Engineer is responsible for overseeing the maintenance and repair of instrumentation, control systems, and electrical equipment throughout our plant.

• Directs, leads, and participates in the maintenance, calibration, installation, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic instruments and systems.
• Calibrates, troubleshoots, and assists in the repair of plant instrumentation, including transmitters, analyzers, control valves, switches, and relays.
• Responsible for inspection, repair, installation, and removal of generators, transformers, switches, control equipment, wiring, communication systems, and batteries.
• Oversees work with Motor Control Centers (MCCs) and Allen‑Bradley Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), and automation systems, including PLCs and DCS platforms.
• Ownership over accurate records, logs, drawings, and documentation for instrumentation and electrical equipment.
• Collaborates with production teams to prioritize maintenance activities based on operational needs and deployment of resources to the highest priority activities.
• Plans and supports installation, commissioning, and optimization of new equipment.
• Assists other technical staff and management with testing and troubleshooting activities.
• Promotes and adheres to all safety standards while fostering a strong safety culture.
• Identifies and implements continuous improvement initiatives to drive efficiency and reduce costs.
• Assists in management, direction, and supervision of maintenance workforce and tasks.
• Serves as backup to the Maintenance Supervisor as needed.

• High School Diploma
• Completion of an Instrumentation or Electrical Technician program
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a technician in a related industry
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, drawings, and schematics
• Understanding of NEC (National Electrical Code) classifications and demonstrated knowledge of Hazardous Energy Control (LOTO)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and ability to learn company systems

• 5+ years of experience as an I&E Technician, Lead or Supervisor
• Associate degree in instrumentation, controls, or electrical technology
• Working knowledge of safety regulations and industrial best practices
• Valid State Electrical License
• Advanced PLC programming experience across multiple platforms
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills with a methodical approach to problem-solving
• Previous experience as a supervisor or lead
• Previous experience in a unionized environment
• Strong problem‑solving, communication, and multitasking skills
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including on‑call weekends as required
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaborate effectively with teams
• Demonstrates strong adaptability in a fast‑paced industrial environment.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements and working conditions of the site, including the utilization of all required PPE.

Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law.