Senior Automation & Instrumentation Technician

Location:

Paulsboro, NJ, US, 8066

At Exxon Mobil, our vision is to lead in energy innovations that advance modern living while reducing emissions. As one of the world’s largest publicly traded energy and chemical companies, we are powered by a unique and diverse workforce fueled by the pride in what we do and what we stand for. The success of our Upstream, Product Solutions and Low Carbon Solutions businesses is the result of the talent, curiosity and drive of our people.

They bring solutions every day to optimize our strategy in energy, chemicals, lubricants and lower‑emissions technologies.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Automation & Instrumentation Technician to support automated packaging and production systems in a heavy industrial manufacturing environment. This role is hands‑on and focused on PLC troubleshooting, packaging line optimization, instrumentation reliability, and safe execution of work in a live process facility. This is NOT an entry‑level role
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• Troubleshoot, repair, and optimize PLC‑controlled packaging and production equipment, including ladder logic and drive‑based systems
• Diagnose and resolve packaging line performance issues involving sensors, actuators, drives, logic, or controls
• Support high‑speed packaging, filling, blending, and material handling systems to minimize downtime and improve throughput
• Troubleshoot and maintain industrial instrumentation, including pressure, level, flow, and temperature devices, control valves, load cells, photo‑eyes, regulators, pigging instrumentation, and process control loops
• Perform and assist with instrument calibration (weigh scales, meters, radars, and related devices)
• Monitor and support inline blenders, automatic tank gauging systems, plant air compressors, and air dryers
• Read and interpret technical manuals, wiring diagrams, schematics, and control documentation
• Achieve and maintain qualification to troubleshoot and repair all plant production equipment
• Work collaboratively with maintenance and operations personnel and complete ongoing training

• Work in a regulated, safety‑critical industrial environment
• Execute work under formal permit and energy isolation systems, including lockout/tagout, electrical safe work practices, opening process equipment, and working at heights
• Use required PPE and HMI‑related safe work practices
• Must be able to work outdoors, lift up to 50 lbs, climb, and work at heights as required

• Prior experience supporting automated packaging or production lines in an industrial environment
• Hands‑on troubleshooting experience with PLC‑controlled equipment
• Demonstrated ability to correct packaging line performance issues involving sensors, drives, logic, or controls
• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude; ability to read industrial documentation
• Proven safety record and experience working under structured industrial safety systems
• Effective written and verbal communication skills

• Experience with high‑speed packaging, filling, blending, or material handling systems
• Background in instrumentation, I&E, controls, or industrial electronics
• Experience performing line optimization, tuning, or continuous improvement activities
• Trade school diploma or certification in instrumentation, controls, or electronics
• Experience in refining, chemical, food & beverage, pharmaceutical, or similar process industries

The expected hourly rate for this position is $41.30/hr during qualification; $47.64/hr once fully qualified. An Exxon Mobil career is one designed to last. Our commitment to you runs deep: our employees grow personally and professionally, with benefits built on our core categories of health, security, finance, and life. Please note benefits may be changed from time to time without notice, subject to applicable law.

Exxon Mobil is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or physical or mental disability.