Instrumentation & Control Tech (I&C) at Solstice Consulting Group

Solstice Consulting Group is seeking an Instrumentation & Control (I&C) Tech for our specialty chemicals client located in West Memphis, AR. 5+ years I&C Tech experience required Bachelors Degree a plus IN OFFICE ROLE at company manufacturing location in West Memphis plus up to 10% domestic travel Hourly rate up to $32 / hour DOE plus OT and bonus opportunity and benefits Relocation assistance may be available for the right candidate This role serves as an Instrument & Control Tech (I&C) for Specialty Chemicals focused primarily for the oil & gas sector. Work is hands on in nature and relies on experience and independent judgment to perform the functions of the job. Responsibilities: ▶ Install, configure, and maintain industrial automation hardware, including PLC modules, I/O cards, communication networks, and field instrumentation.▶ Perform advanced troubleshooting on instrumentation loops, control systems, and automation networks to quickly resolve system faults and minimize downtime.▶ Conduct routine calibration and verification of transmitters, control valves, analyzers, and safety instrumentation to ensure measurement accuracy and compliance.▶ Execute preventive and predictive maintenance on all instrumentation and control assets using CMMS work order systems.▶ Support the integration of SCADA system upgrades, network expansions, and communication protocol conversions (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Profibus, etc.).▶ Assist engineering teams in developing and implementing SIL (Safety Integrity Level) and functional safety requirements for critical control systems.▶ Perform loop checks, I/O verification, and functional testing during system startups, shutdowns, and plant turnarounds.▶ Inspect, maintain, and troubleshoot control valves, actuators, positioners, solenoids, and pneumatic systems for proper operation.▶ Ensure all instrumentation installations follow NEC, ISA, and NEMA guidelines, with proper wiring, shielding, and environmental protection.▶ Maintain instrumentation spare parts inventory and recommend upgrades or replacements to enhance system reliability.▶ Participate in HAZOPs, PSSRs, MOCs, and other process safety activities by providing instrumentation-focused technical expertise.▶ Support cybersecurity safeguards on automation systems by assisting with patching, network segmentation, and access control procedures.▶ Document all maintenance activities, calibration records, wiring changes, and control logic modifications for audit readiness and traceability.▶ Provide 24/7 technical support or on-call coverage during critical operations, outages, or equipment failures as required. REQUIREMENTS: 5+ years of I&C tech experience requiredBachelors Degree a plusExperience with chemicals in a plant/manufacturing facility preferred TECHNICAL EXPERIENCE PREFERRED: Allen Bradley Studio 5000 Factory Talk View S.E and Factory Talk M.E Wonderware Scada Software AutoCAD Microsoft and SQL Server experience preferred