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UBE Corporation America Inc. · 1 month ago

Electrical and Instrumentation Technician

Gastonia, NC

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

UBE Corporation America Inc. is a manufacturer of chemical products and machinery. They are seeking a skilled Electrical and Instrumentation Technician to oversee maintenance and troubleshooting for the plant, focusing on optimizing calibration processes and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

Chemicals

Hiring Manager

Theresa Stubbs

Responsibilities

Lead and perform all electrical and instrumentation-related maintenance work orders and associated troubleshooting/support for the entire plant

Interact with and support 3rd party calibration services provider and identify cost savings opportunities to perform calibrations internally

Perform configuration, programming, and electrical work for equipment and systems, variable frequency drives, temperature controllers, control valves, vacuum sensors, PLC panels, motor starters, electrical control circuits, etc

Evaluate and recommend new electrical components and standards for the plant

Responsible for leading and/or performing preventive and routine maintenance of all electrical and instrumentation systems

Perform work activities in a safe and environmentally conscious manner in accordance with all Environmental, Safety and Regulatory requirements

Readily assist with diagnosing and repairing mechanical equipment failures as requested such as transfer pumps - centrifugal, positive displacement and air operated diaphragm, vacuum pumps rotary piston and mechanical booster, gear reducers, cooling towers, heat exchangers, etc

Execute changes to the automation system for engineering improvements

Train maintenance staff and others on electrical and instrumentation maintenance fundamentals

Actively identify and recommend opportunities to improve electrical, instrumentation and automation systems

Support and interact with other functions including engineering and procurement in their initiatives and projects

Qualification

PLC programmingElectrical maintenanceInstrumentation troubleshootingMechanical aptitudeOSHA RegulationsChemical industry experienceAllen Bradley drivesHoneywell ExperionBasic office software

Required

High school diploma or equivalent

Flexibility to be on call, work nights and weekends

Ability to work well with internal stakeholders and external contractors

Familiar with OSHA Regulations (General Duty Clause, PSM, etc.) and NFPA 70E

Must have 5-10 years electrical/instrumentation experience in an industrial setting - DCS/PLC programming experience will be viewed as a strong plus

High mechanical aptitude

Desired to have experience with the controls of gas/oil fired boilers, vacuum systems and industrial chillers and other similar packaged equipment from vendors

Proficiency with basic office computer software, e.g., word processing, email, and spreadsheets