Electrical & Instrumentation Tech

Electrical  

• Power Systems & Distribution  

• Experience with AC and DC voltages: 161kV, 13.2kV, 4160V, 480V, 277V, 240/120V, 24V, and 12V.  

• Main substation switching - 13.2kV to 480V distribution operations.  

• Main yard switching and safe handling of high-voltage power equipment and switches 161kV to 13.8kV.  

• Expertise with Siemens Allis 1600A and 3200A breakers, as well as fuse sizing and breaker sizing.  

• Grounding, arc fault cleaning, and arc flash safety practices, including full competency in Arc Flash PPE up to 40Cal suits.  

• Motor Systems & Starters  

• Wiring and troubleshooting 480V starter buckets, 4160V synchronous motor starters, and general motor wiring.  

• Proficiency in motor testing, motor sizing, and advanced fault troubleshooting.  

• Skilled in motor starters - wye/delta starters, autotransformers, soft starts, part winding, vfd’s .  

• Control Systems & Drives  

• Control wiring installation, repair, and troubleshooting.  

• Reading and interpreting wiring schematics.  

• Proficiency in Siemens, Allen-Bradley (AB), and ABB variable frequency drives (VFDs).  

• PLC wiring and troubleshooting, including communication protocols and communication troubleshooting.  

• Competence in low voltage controls and advanced troubleshooting techniques.  

• Testing & Reliability  

• Circuit testing, conductive testing, and high-voltage testing.  

• Overload and wire sizing calculations for safe system design.  

• Infrared scanning for preventive maintenance.  

• Skilled with diagnostic tools such as the Fluke II 900.  

• Expertise in fault locating , failure root cause analysis, and serving as a failure investigations resource.  

• Providing leadership in electrical reliability programs.  

• Field Electrical Work  

• Installation and maintenance of heat trace systems and lighting systems.  

• HV and MV cable terminations.  

• Conduit bending, wire pulling, and rigging for heavy electrical equipment.  

• Working with generators and related switching equipment.  

Ins trumentation  

• Transmitters & Measurement Devices  

• Pressure, level, temperature, flow, pH, conductivity and dissolved oxygen (DO) transmitters.  

• Proficiency in calibration, configuration, and troubleshooting.  

• Valves & Actuators  

• Analog valves and digital valves installation and tuning.  

• Expertise in gas valves and control systems related to burner operations.  

• Switches & Safety Devices  

• Pressure, temperature, flow, level, limit, and explosion-proof switches.  

• Advanced knowledge of safety interlocks and fail-safe systems.  

• Actuation Systems  

• Pneumatic and hydraulic cylinders, troubleshooting and integration into automated systems.  

• Burner management systems commissioning, troubleshooting, and compliance.  

• Instrumentation Reliability  

• Preventive and predictive maintenance to ensure instrumentation integrity.  

• Skilled in tubing bending and installing for process instrumentation.  

Systems, Software & Analytical Tools  

• Proficiency in SAP for maintenance management (CMMS) and PI Vision for process monitoring and data analysis.  
  Integration of instrumentation with PLC and control systems for optimized plant performance .  

Additional Competencies   

• Serve as an E&I Trainer, mentoring and developing junior technicians.  

• Knowledge in both electrical and instrumentation reliability programs.  

• Participate in failure investigations and provide technical expertise for root cause analysis.  

• Strict adherence to safety regulations, with professional competence in arc flash protection, lockout/tagout, and hazard analysis.  

P referred Qualifi cations & Experience   

• 3 + years’ experience in industrial Electrical & Instrumentation   

• Advanced knowledge of high, medium, and low voltage systems.  

• Proficiency with both electrical power distribution and process instrumentation systems in heavy industrial environments.  

• Demonstrated success in troubleshooting complex issues, leading reliability initiatives, and training others.  

• Strong analytical skills   

Physical Requirements  

• Lift up to 55 lbs without assistance  

• Climb ladders (up to 15 ft) and multiple flights of stairs  

• Stand for up to 1 hour without sitting  

• Perform bending and twisting motions  

• Work flexible schedules and respond to on-call needs  

Work Environment  

• Exposure to mechanical parts, vibration, airborne particles, and loud noise  

• Work in both industrial and office settings  

• Outdoor work in inclement weather, heat, humidity, and dust  

• Use of standard office equipment (computers, phones, etc.)  

FES Duty of Care  

Food Safety  

• Ensure products meet food safety, legal, and quality standards  

Environment  

• Comply with environmental procedures and report violations or near misses  

Health & Safety  

• Follow site safety policies and participate in safety programs