I&E Technician (LME or Journeyman)

Bakelite•Eugene, OR

14h•Onsite

About The Position

As an Instrumentation and Electrical (I&E) Technician at Bakelite, you will be instrumental in creating a better tomorrow with sustainable and innovative chemistry. Bakelite products are found everywhere, from homes to automobiles, and with over 100 years of history, the company boldly engineers sustainable products to tackle global challenges. This role is crucial for operational excellence, involving troubleshooting, repairing, and fine-tuning industrial equipment to ensure seamless performance and reliability. You will optimize control systems by maintaining and enhancing electronic components, analyzers, and PLCs, ensuring the plant runs at peak efficiency. Collaboration with a dedicated team to identify and prioritize electrical and instrumentation needs is key, as is shaping future operations through expert insights and innovation. Championing safety and knowledge-sharing, including documenting findings and mentoring colleagues, while upholding environmental and workplace standards, is also a vital part of the role.

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.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Willing to take a drug test.
Willing to submit to a background investigation as part of the selection process, as well as additional periodic background checks.
Must have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States.

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, and 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, including electronic components, analyzers, on/off valves, control valves, solenoids, limit switches, PLCs, 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 and prioritize electrical and instrumentation needs and issues.
Sharing knowledge with other technicians regarding the maintenance and troubleshooting of instrumentation, electrical components, and controls.
Adhering to all plant safety and environmental guidelines, policies, and procedures.