Instrumentation / Analyzer Specialist

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 1,400 OXEA Corporation employees worldwide. At our plants in Germany, the USA, China and the Netherlands, we produce intermediates and derivatives.

Job Purpose 

Provide technical expertise, planning, and execution support for instrumentation and control systems across the site. The incumbent is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and improving plant instrumentation to ensure accurate measurement, control, and safeguarding of production processes. This includes analyzers, transmitters, control valves, monitoring systems, and associated infrastructure to optimize safety, reliability, and cost performance. The role will support site-wide Mechanical Integrity and Reliability programs by ensuring instrumentation assets are designed, maintained, and upgraded in accordance with industry best practices and regulatory requirements. The Instrumentation Specialist works closely with Operations, Maintenance, and Reliability teams to identify issues, recommend improvements, and implement sustainable solutions that enhance plant performance and business continuity.

The position will act in accordance with the Group’s Mission, Vision, Values & Strategies, policies, guidelines and international standards, supported by an IT Technology platform and HSE standards.

Main Tasks & Responsibilities

Instrumentation Strategy & Programs

• Support the development and implementation of site-wide instrumentation and analyzer strategies and PMs that maximize accuracy, reliability, and performance.
• Recommend upgrades, replacements, and lifecycle plans for critical instrumentation assets.
• Align instrumentation practices with reliability programs and long-term business continuity goals.

Calibration & Compliance

• Ensure all instrumentation, analyzers, and control devices are calibrated and documented per regulatory, industry, and corporate standards.
• Maintain accurate calibration and compliance records for audits and inspections.
• Provide subject matter expertise on standards such as OSHA PSM, API, ISA, and other applicable requirements.

Reliability Analysis & Improvements

• Support Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), and other reliability methodologies for instrumentation-related issues.
• Identify recurring failure patterns and recommend sustainable corrective actions.
• Participate in risk-based maintenance planning for instrumentation systems.

Data Integrity & Digital Systems

• Ensure instrumentation data accuracy for process monitoring, safety systems, and regulatory reporting.
• Collaborate with IT, DCS/PLC, and historian administrators to optimize data management and integration.
• Support digitalization initiatives that enhance predictive monitoring and advanced process control.

Collaboration & Technical Support

• Work jointly with Reliability, Operations, Maintenance, Turnaround, and Project teams to provide instrumentation expertise.
• Serve as a liaison with vendors and service providers to resolve technical issues and implement best practices.
• Provide input during design, procurement, and installation of new instrumentation and analyzer systems.

Knowledge Sharing & Development

• Support training and knowledge transfer for Operations and Maintenance personnel on instrumentation best practices.
• Promote safe work practices and foster a culture of continuous improvement across the site.

Perform other job duties as assigned.

Key Interactions

• Internal: All site leadership and Maintenance & Reliability team members.
• External: Vendors and outside service providers.

Notable Working Conditions: Combination of office and chemical plant field work.  Occasional travel required.

Education Requirements: Associate degree in Instrumentation, Electrical, or Analyzer or equivalent technical experience in instrumentation and controls or analyzers.

Language Requirements: English

Background & Experience: 

• 7+ years of experience in instrumentation, controls, or analyzer systems within a chemical, refining, or industrial plant environment.
• Demonstrated expertise with process analyzers, transmitters, control valves, safety instrumented systems, and monitoring devices.
• Hands-on experience with calibration, testing, and performance verification of instrumentation systems.
• Strong knowledge of industry standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., OSHA PSM, API, ISA).
• Experience supporting reliability methodologies such as RCA, FMEA, and risk-based maintenance.
• Familiarity with DCS/PLC systems, data historians, and digital monitoring platforms.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively across Reliability, Operations, and Maintenance functions.

Competencies & Skills:

• Excellent knowledge of instrumentation, control systems, and process analyzers in chemical plant applications.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to conduct data-driven analysis and recommend improvements.
• Proficiency with calibration tools, testing equipment, and diagnostic software.
• Working knowledge of DCS/PLC systems, process historians, and digital monitoring tools.
• Ability to interpret P&IDs, loop diagrams, and instrumentation specifications.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written, to interface effectively across departments and with vendors.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic plant environment.
• Commitment to safe work practices and continuous improvement.

OXEA Corporation is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not tolerate discrimination based on race, sex, age, color, national origin, marital status, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

 Our Benefits

• Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plans
• Health Equity Health Fund for health and dependent care
• Disability Benefits
• Basic Group Term Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Work/Life Balance
• Paid Time Off for a balanced life
• Competitive salary, bonus, 401(k) plan with match and profit-sharing match