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NAES · 1 week ago

Entry-Level Instrumentation, Controls and Electrical (IC&E) Technician

Carson City, MI

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$35/hr - $55/hr

NAES Corporation is a leading provider of operations, maintenance, and engineering services for energy facilities. The Entry-Level Instrumentation, Controls, and Electrical (IC&E) Technician supports the reliable and safe operation of combustion turbines and related plant systems, providing hands-on assistance with maintenance, inspection, and troubleshooting of electrical equipment under the guidance of experienced technicians.

Energy

Responsibilities

Follow all IC&E work practices in compliance with NFPA 70E, OSHA electrical safety standards, and plant-specific lockout/tagout procedures

Assist with the inspection, installation, maintenance, and removal of electrical and control equipment, including motors, transformers, starters, breakers, switches, and wiring for plant systems

Learn to read and interpret electrical schematics, ladder logic, PLC diagrams, P&IDs, and other technical documentation for turbine and plant systems

Support preventive maintenance and troubleshooting of turbine control systems, auxiliary systems, and balance-of-plant control equipment under the guidance of experienced technicians

Gain hands-on experience using instrumentation and diagnostic tools—such as meters, calibrators, communicators, and oscilloscopes—to help maintain and troubleshoot instrumentation loops, transmitters, control valves, and analyzers

Assist with electrical and control system upgrades or modifications, helping ensure accurate updates to drawings, loop sheets, and technical records

Assist with monitoring and operating Siemens Westinghouse 501FD2 combustion turbines and auxiliary systems, including supporting start-up and shutdown procedures and responding to SCADA alarms under the guidance of experienced operators

Participate in equipment walkdowns using P&IDs and F&IDs to observe operations and help identify abnormal conditions

Support safe switching and tagging of mechanical and electrical systems under lead supervision and help operate and maintain plant tools and equipment—including vehicles, cranes, hoists, and welding tools—in compliance with safety practices

Help track, forecast, and reorder spare parts while assisting with inventory control, documentation, and material management

Maintain accurate logs, technical records, preventive maintenance documentation, and equipment files, including updates to plant operating manuals, technical references, and system diagrams

Participate in OSHA compliance, environmental programs, and plant safety initiatives, including required training and emergency drills

Complete additional tasks and projects as assigned by the Plant Manager or designated supervisor

Qualification

Electrical systems knowledgeInstrumentation troubleshootingSafety standards knowledgeDiagnostic tools experienceTechnical documentation interpretationWillingness to learnCommunication skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Associate degree in instrumentation, controls, electrical engineering, power plant technology, or a related technical field is required, with additional High School or College coursework in chemistry or technical subjects considered beneficial for supporting Industrial/Commercial Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certifications

Possession of a valid, unrestricted U.S. driver's license and ensure it remains in good standing at all times

Strong communication skills and willingness to learn, with the ability to work independently or as part of a multidisciplinary team

Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, ladder logic, PLC diagrams, SCADA interfaces, and control logic schematics, with guidance from experienced technicians

Exposure to P&IDs, F&IDs, wiring diagrams, and blueprints for system verification, troubleshooting, and equipment walkdowns

Foundational knowledge of instrumentation, including troubleshooting and calibrating transmitters, sensors, and control valves, with on-the-job training

Basic familiarity with electrical systems, including motors, transformers, switchgear, breakers, and MCC buckets, is helpful; training will be provided for high- and low-voltage systems

Working knowledge of safety standards such as NFPA 70E, OSHA electrical safety rules, and lockout/tagout procedures is preferred

Preferred

Possession of a Storm Water Certified Operator Certification is a plus

Exposure to technician roles in power generation or hands-on laboratory/technical experience is desirable, with opportunities to learn turbine generator and auxiliary system operations

Opportunity to gain experience using diagnostic and calibration tools such as multimeters, calibrators, testers, oscilloscopes, and other instrumentation equipment

Company

NAES

NAES is the power generation industry’s largest independent services provider, with more than 40 years of experience managing risk and turning it into profits.

Founded in 1980