E&I Technician

Scope of the Role

An E&I Technician is able to diagnose and troubleshoot all plant control and automation systems along with advanced troubleshooting of mechanical systems, packaging equipment and instrumentation devices is necessary while minimizing downtime during plant operation. Position will occasionally design and supervise new control installations. Responsibilities include the use of test equipment to perform routine plant calibrations. Meticulous record keeping is essential.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate electronic, pneumatic and mechanical instrumentation and maintain instrument and electrical systems components; maintain all calibration documentation.
• Install, maintain, repair and troubleshoot plant control systems and equipment.
• Defines instrumentation requirements and troubleshoots power and control systems.
• Review system drawings, P&ID's, and equipment manuals.
• Operate interface devices for programmable controllers and computers for purposes of program changes and troubleshooting.
• Write and debug PLC programs preferred.
• Interface with vendors when necessary.
• Assist in training of others.
• Provide accurate and timely documentation of work as directed by standard operating procedures and work instructions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Experience Required

• Requires completion of a high school diploma, General Education Development (GED) or equivalency.
• Associates Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology strongly preferred, or an equivalent combination of training and work experience.
• Proficiency at SLC/PLC programming and hardware architecture along with an understanding of manufacturing plant processes will be necessary to perform the routine troubleshooting and design tasks of this job.
• Proficient in the calibration and maintenance of electronic/pneumatic instrumentation, controls and PLC systems.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend English at a level sufficient to accurately follow safety protocols, operating procedures (SOPs, WIs), regulatory signage, and verbal instructions.
• Must meet all locally defined training requirements.

Preferred Experience

3 years of experience as an electronics technician, calibrating, troubleshooting electronic/pneumatic instrumentation and controls and PLC control systems is preferred. The ability to maintain meticulous calibration records that are accurate and legible; the ability to interpret and initiate drawings, sketches and logic diagrams.

Physical Requirements

• Requires ability to lift up to 55 pounds; potentially up to 30 pounds overhead on occasion.
• Must be able to walk and stand on concrete floors for up to 12 hours.
• Must be able to stoop, squat, and bend.
• Must be able to frequently grasp objects, small hand tools, calipers, etc.
• Must possess sufficient visual and audio acuity to work safely and accurately in an industrial environment.
• Must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment to comply with hazardous procedures.