Electrical & Instrumentation Tech at Primient

Electrical 

• Power Systems & Distribution 

• Experience with AC and DC voltages: 161kV, 13.2kV, 4160V, 480V, 277V, 240/120V, 24V, and 12V. 

• Main substation switching - 13.2kV to 480V distribution operations. 

• Main yard switching and safe handling of high-voltage power equipment and switches 161kV to 13.8kV. 

• Expertise with Siemens Allis 1600A and 3200A breakers, as well as fuse sizing and breaker sizing. 

• Grounding, arc fault cleaning, and arc flash safety practices, including full competency in Arc Flash PPE up to 40Cal suits. 

• Motor Systems & Starters 

• Wiring and troubleshooting 480V starter buckets, 4160V synchronous motor starters, and general motor wiring. 

• Proficiency in motor testing, motor sizing, and advanced fault troubleshooting. 

• Skilled in motor starters - wye/delta starters, autotransformers, soft starts, part winding, vfd’s. 

• Control Systems & Drives 

• Control wiring installation, repair, and troubleshooting. 

• Reading and interpreting wiring schematics. 

• Proficiency in Siemens, Allen-Bradley (AB), and ABB variable frequency drives (VFDs). 

• PLC wiring and troubleshooting, including communication protocols and communication troubleshooting. 

• Competence in low voltage controls and advanced troubleshooting techniques. 

• Testing & Reliability 

• Circuit testing, conductive testing, and high-voltage testing. 

• Overload and wire sizing calculations for safe system design. 

• Infrared scanning for preventive maintenance. 

• Skilled with diagnostic tools such as the Fluke II 900. 

• Expertise in fault locating, failure root cause analysis, and serving as a failure investigations resource. 

• Providing leadership in electrical reliability programs. 

• Field Electrical Work 

• Installation and maintenance of heat trace systems and lighting systems. 

• HV and MV cable terminations. 

• Conduit bending, wire pulling, and rigging for heavy electrical equipment. 

• Working with generators and related switching equipment. 

Instrumentation 

• Transmitters & Measurement Devices 

• Pressure, level, temperature, flow, pH, conductivity and dissolved oxygen (DO) transmitters. 

• Proficiency in calibration, configuration, and troubleshooting. 

• Valves & Actuators 

• Analog valves and digital valves installation and tuning. 

• Expertise in gas valves and control systems related to burner operations. 

• Switches & Safety Devices 

• Pressure, temperature, flow, level, limit, and explosion-proof switches. 

• Advanced knowledge of safety interlocks and fail-safe systems. 

• Actuation Systems 

• Pneumatic and hydraulic cylinders, troubleshooting and integration into automated systems. 

• Burner management systems commissioning, troubleshooting, and compliance. 

• Instrumentation Reliability 

• Preventive and predictive maintenance to ensure instrumentation integrity. 

• Skilled in tubing bending and installing for process instrumentation. 

Systems, Software & Analytical Tools 

• Proficiency in SAP for maintenance management (CMMS) and PI Vision for process monitoring and data analysis. 
  Integration of instrumentation with PLC and control systems for optimized plant performance. 

Additional Competencies  

• Serve as an E&I Trainer, mentoring and developing junior technicians. 

• Knowledge in both electrical and instrumentation reliability programs. 

• Participate in failure investigations and provide technical expertise for root cause analysis. 

• Strict adherence to safety regulations, with professional competence in arc flash protection, lockout/tagout, and hazard analysis. 

Preferred Qualifications & Experience  

• 3+ years’ experience in industrial Electrical & Instrumentation  

• Advanced knowledge of high, medium, and low voltage systems. 

• Proficiency with both electrical power distribution and process instrumentation systems in heavy industrial environments. 

• Demonstrated success in troubleshooting complex issues, leading reliability initiatives, and training others. 

• Strong analytical skills  

Physical Requirements 

• Lift up to 55 lbs without assistance 

• Climb ladders (up to 15 ft) and multiple flights of stairs 

• Stand for up to 1 hour without sitting 

• Perform bending and twisting motions 

• Work flexible schedules and respond to on-call needs 

Work Environment 

• Exposure to mechanical parts, vibration, airborne particles, and loud noise 

• Work in both industrial and office settings 

• Outdoor work in inclement weather, heat, humidity, and dust 

• Use of standard office equipment (computers, phones, etc.) 

FES Duty of Care 

Food Safety 

• Ensure products meet food safety, legal, and quality standards 

Environment 

• Comply with environmental procedures and report violations or near misses 

Health & Safety 

• Follow site safety policies and participate in safety programs