Electrical & Instrumentation Technician

</br><b>Job Description </b></br><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>Role Summary</b></span></span></span><br><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The Shift E&I Technician is a critical role responsible for ensuring the operational reliability and safety of chemical production and plant utility systems. This position focuses on the troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance of complex electrical and instrumentation systems in a continuous manufacturing and plant utility environment. This is a transitional growth role designed to develop a technician into a lead first-responder for the plant's electrical and control infrastructure. Work schedule is 6am - 6pm, 12 hour days; approximately 15 shifts / month.</span></span></span><br><br><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>Primary Responsibilities</b></span></span></span><br><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>Technical Troubleshooting & Corrective Maintenance</b></span></span></span><ul style="margin-bottom:11px; list-style-type:circle"><li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list .5in"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Serve as the primary first responder for plant radio calls, providing immediate diagnostic and repair support for electrical and instrument failures withing explosive / acid production and utility environments.</span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list .5in"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Troubleshoot and repair a wide array of industrial equipment, including:</span></span></span></span><ul style="list-style-type:circle"><li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 1.0in"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>Controls:</b> PLCs, VFDs, and complex control systems.</span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 1.0in"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>Instrumentation:</b> Pneumatic and electrical sensors for temperature, humidity, flow, level, pressure, pH, and conductivity.</span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 1.0in"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>Power Distribution:</b> Secondary power distribution, medium voltage switchgear, high-current breakers, and high-voltage pumps.</span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 1.0in"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>Mechanical Electricals:</b> Industrial elevators and motor controls.</span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 1.0in"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>Fire Suppression / Detection:</b> Fire Alarm control panels, initiating devices, supervisory panels, annunciators, RF systems, ESD devices.</span></span></span></span></li></ul></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list .5in"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Utilize electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, and P&IDs to diagnose system faults and identify required repair materials.</span></span></span></span></li></ul><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>Operational Support & Reliability</b></span></span></span><ul style="margin-bottom:11px; list-style-type:circle"><li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list .5in"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Execute assigned work orders and preventive maintenance (PM) tasks to minimize unplanned downtime.</span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list .5in"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Manage the operational preparation shutdown process, including LOTO for shutdowns and post-maintenance turnover.</span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list .5in"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Collaborate with Shift Mechanics, Control Systems Technicians, and Line Crew to ensure integrated system functionality.</span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list .5in"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Assist occasionally in the commissioning and check-out of new modernization projects and facility upgrades.</span></span></span></span></li></ul><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>Compliance, Safety & Documentation</b></span></span></span><ul style="margin-bottom:11px; list-style-type:circle"><li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list .5in"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Strictly adhere to Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO) procedures and disable all energy sources to ensure a safe working environment.</span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list .5in"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Maintain full compliance with National Electric Code (NEC), NFPA, and OSHA safety standards.</span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list .5in"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Document all corrective actions accurately within the CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System).</span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list .5in"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Ensure precise labor reporting via the KRONOS system.</span></span></span></span></li></ul></br></br><b>Required Education, Experience, & Skills </b></br><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>Qualifications</b></span></span></span><br><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>Minimum Requirements:</b></span></span></span><ul><li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list .5in"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>Education/Certification:</b> High school diploma or GED <b>AND</b> completion of a 4-year Certified Journeyman Electrician or other DOL maintenance type of electrical / instrumentation apprenticeship program (or equivalent).</span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list .5in"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>Experience:</b> Minimum of five (5) years of combined experience in industrial maintenance, utilities, construction, or OEM start-up/commissioning.</span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list .5in"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>Technical Proficiency:</b> Proven experience in the configuration and calibration of industrial instrumentation and automation.</span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list .5in"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>Physical/Schedule:</b> Ability to work 12-hour shifts and maintain a flexible schedule (including nights and weekends).</span></span></span></span></li></ul><div style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>Core Competencies</b></span></span></span></div><ul><li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list .5in"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>Continuous Learning:</b> A strong aptitude for acquiring new technical skills through OJT, classroom training, and lab exercises.</span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list .5in"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>Independence:</b> Ability to work autonomously with limited supervision during off-hours.</span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list .5in"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>Communication:</b> Ability to effectively communicate technical issues to management, operators, and cross-functional teams.</span></span></span></span></li></ul></br></br><b>Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills </b></br><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>Preferred Qualifications:</b></span></span></span><ul><li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list .5in"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>Advanced Degree:</b> Associate’s degree in Electronics, Electrical Technology, or Electromechanical Technology.</span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list .5in"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>Industry Experience:</b> Prior experience working within a chemical or hazardous materials production facility.</span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list .5in"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>Equipment Expertise:</b> Proficiency with multi-meters, calibrators, and process communicators.</span></span></span></span></li></ul><br><br><b>Pay Information</b><br>Full-Time Salary Range: $54014 - $86423<br><br>Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience. <br><br>Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.<br></br></br><b>About BAE Systems Platforms & Services </b></br>BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.<br><br>The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.<br><br>This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.