I&E Technician (LME or Journeyman)

Bakelite Synthetics•Eugene, OR

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Instrumentation and Electrical (I&E) Technician will be the driving force behind operational excellence by troubleshooting, repairing, and fine-tuning industrial equipment, ensuring seamless performance and reliability. This role plays a vital part in optimizing control systems, leveraging expertise to maintain and enhance electronic components, analyzers, and PLCs, keeping the plant running at peak efficiency. The technician will collaborate with a dedicated team, identifying and prioritizing electrical and instrumentation needs, while shaping the future of operations through expert insights and innovation. This position also champions safety and knowledge-sharing, documenting key findings, mentoring colleagues, and upholding the highest environmental and workplace standards to create a culture of excellence.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
A minimum of 3 years of electrical maintenance experience in an industrial environment.
State of Oregon Limited Maintenance Electrician (LME) or Journeyman license.
Experience troubleshooting and performing preventative and predictive maintenance on equipment including motor controls, control valves, programmable logic controllers, and control instrumentation.
Ability to work at heights and in extreme weather conditions.
Willing to work overtime, on-call, and wear a respirator as needed.
Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs.
Commitment to safety protocols, including PPE use.

Nice To Haves

Ability to read technical drawings, schematics, and OEM manuals.
Experience in instrument calibration and industrial test equipment.
Knowledge of Honeywell Experion or other DCS programming/troubleshooting.
Expertise in AC/DC motors, drives, pneumatics, hydraulics, and control loop tuning.
Experience with MCCs and electrical equipment up to 480V.
Proficiency in computer systems, networks, and CMMS software.
Familiarity with electrical one-line drawings, P&IDs, cable schedules, and I/O lists.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

Troubleshooting/repairing/testing/inspecting/calibrating various industrial equipment: primarily motors, air actuated valves, pressure, temperature, flow, and level devices.
Documenting and reporting work execution key findings.
Ensuring proper operation of all control system components to include electronic components, analyzers, on/off valves, control valves solenoids, limit switches, PLC and related I/O modules.
Assisting in and providing expertise on electrical inspections and new/existing installations.
Working with operations and maintenance personnel to help identify & prioritize electrical and instrumentation needs and issues.
Sharing knowledge with other technicians as it relates to maintaining and troubleshooting instrumentation, electrical components, and controls.
Adhering to all plant safety and environmental guidelines, policies, and procedures.