Instrumentation and Electrical Engineer

Title:

Instrumentation and Electrical Engineer

Location:

Pasadena, TX

Voted one of the Nation's Best and Brightest Companies to Work for, Kuraray America, Inc. (KAI) is a global leader in specialty chemical, fiber, and resin production. With top‑of‑the‑line research and production facilities and a vast network of supplies from around the world, Kuraray leads the industry in specialty dental, fiber, resin, and elastomer products. Kuraray America is a wholly owned subsidiary of Kuraray Company, Ltd.

Based in Tokyo, Japan. Kuraray has operations in 32 countries and employs more than 11,000 employees, including over 800 in the United States.

Kuraray is building a better tomorrow, today. Our team members are dedicated to expanding our business with committed professionals who share essential values such as integrity, excellence, teamwork, and accountability.

As a part of Kuraray America, Inc., our team shares the advantages of working for the leader in specialty chemicals, resins, and fibers. Our international presence and resources allow us to be a world‑leading innovator in the industries we service. Yet, despite our size, our people are more than just a number. As a new team member, you can expect to earn responsibility quickly.

Our commitment to our people is visible in our comprehensive benefits package. As a Kuraray team member, you will have the opportunity to enjoy competitive salaries and benefits, incentive opportunities, and an excellent work environment.

The I&E Engineer is responsible for the design, implementation, troubleshooting, and optimization of instrumentation, electrical systems, and process control (DCS) systems. This role supports safe, efficient, and reliable operations through technical expertise, project leadership, and collaboration with operations, maintenance, and project teams.

• Design, program, and troubleshoot DCS systems (Yokogawa experience preferred).
• Design, specify, purchase, and install DCS devices and instruments.
• Configure DCS interlocks, sequences, PID control loops, signal indicators, and approved modifications from production.
• Diagnose, modify, and update DCS programs; investigate process or safety interlock issues.
• Support signals connected to DCS: 4‑20 mA, Foundation Fieldbus, Profibus, Modbus, Wireless, and On/Off signals.
• Provide first‑level support for DCS process and safety interlocks; maintain رسوم hardware contracts, system infrastructure, and graphics.
• Lead process control and productivity improvements; evaluate cost‑benefit for system and technology upgrades.

• Design>,