I&E Technician

OXEA Corporation Company Overview | World leader in Oxo Chemicals

Oxo products are the core competency of OXEA Corporation. We are producing more than 70 oxo intermediates and oxo derivatives for customers in a wide range of industries with various end market applications. Our chemicals are important ingredients in products that are used in daily life around the world. "We" refers to more than 1,200 OXEA employees worldwide. At our plants in Germany, the USA, and China, we produce intermediates and derivatives.

Job Purpose 

Under the direction of the I&E Lead or designee, the I & E Technician will install, calibrate and repair all equipment of the Operating Unit in order to safely meet requirements as stated in related Standard Maintenance Procedures using the Work Processes. 

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

• Calibrate, troubleshoot, install and maintain plant wide Instrument and Control components used for process measurement and control in the
  Manufacturing Units.
• Maintain complex control systems including various shut down systems interpret test results and apply necessary corrective action.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable policies, procedures, laws, regulations, and company standards.
• Ensure safety of personnel and maintenance of the equipment.
• Maintain and troubleshoot transmitters, control valves, analyzers, pressure, temperature, flow, and level instruments, switches, sensors, and related field devices.
• Support maintenance and troubleshooting of distributed control systems, safety instrumented systems, shutdown systems, and related process control equipment.
• Interpret drawings, loop sheets, P&IDs, wiring diagrams, schematics, vendor manuals, and standard maintenance procedures to complete work accurately and safely.
• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on instrumentation and control systems.
• Diagnose equipment failures, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions to improve reliability and reduce repeat failures.
• Execute work orders using the site’s maintenance work process and document work performed in SAP or other applicable systems.
• Support Operations during equipment troubleshooting, unit startups, shutdowns, turnarounds, and emergency response situations.
• Ensure all work is performed in compliance with company safety procedures, safe work permits, LOTO, confined space, hot work, line break, electrical safety, and other applicable site requirements.
• Coordinate with contractors and vendors as needed to complete instrumentation work safely and efficiently.
• Maintain tools, test equipment, calibration equipment, and work areas in a safe, organized, and professional manner.
• Cross-train and support related I&E, electrical, and analyzer equipment as required.
• Participate in safety meetings, job hazard analyses, incident investigations, and continuous improvement activities.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

Background and Experience

• High school education/equivalent.
• Associate Degree in Electrical, Electronics or Instrumentation Technology or 5 years or more of relevant experience (ex: Journeyman I&E Mechanic).
• Valid Texas Driver's License.

Desired 

• Knowledge of control systems.
• Knowledge of various Safety Shutdown Systems.
• 5 years of experience as a journeyman I&E Mechanic.
• Knowledge of SAP.
• Knowledge of process, laboratory, and mechanical operations.
• Previous experience in a leadership position.
• Experience with safe work permits.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements.
• Previous emergency response experience.

Competencies and Skills

• Must be willing to cross train on Electrical and Analyzer equipment.
• Excellent troubleshooting/Root Cause Analysis and problem solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to communicate with other mechanics and staff personnel (fluent in English).  
• Must be able to read SMP and other manuals.
• High attention to detail.
• Desire to excel and achieve results.
• Must be able to work as a team.
• Must be able to work in an empowered workgroup with minimal supervision.

Notable Working Conditions

• Position requires working 10 hours/days 4 days/week with alternating scheduled weekend duty.
• May have to work overtime and callouts when required.
• Position required to walk, climb stairs and ladders, bend, stoop, kneel, and stand for extended periods.