Instrumentation and Electronics Technician – Waco, TXThis is a full-time, direct hire position available immediately at a brand new manufacturing plant in Waco, Texas. Our client is a global leader in manufacturing, and they are expanding with new plants popping up around the world. This strategic location in Waco sits on 65 acres, and the plant will consist of 450,000 square feet of fresh and clean manufacturing and production floor with cutting edge technology and some of the most advanced machines in this sector of manufacturing.We are seeking an Instrumentation and Electronics Technician to join this super driven, motivated team, and we would love to hear from you if you are looking to further grow and develop with this next big step in your career. Detailed specs below on this position available.Position Summary:The Instrumentation & Electronic Technician(s) is responsible for the efficient, safe, and reliable operating condition of the site manufacturing control and electrical systems. The Technician must be multi-skilled to manage, maintain, and troubleshoot site's electrical power systems, instrumentation, motor controls, PLC, HMI, data systems, and factory control infrastructure (servers, PC's, and networks).Essential Job Functions:Provide support during machine installations and upgrades including: interfacing auxiliary equipment, identifying and correcting errors in programming and wiring and ensuring vendors and contractors are meeting our needs and expectationsMaintains and repairs electronic instrumentation and equipment to provide reliable, well maintained equipment to ensure service qualityPhysically setting up and maintaining electronics, instruments, automation, and measurement equipmentTroubleshooting all electronic and data acquisition equipment; Adjust, repair or replace faulty componentsCalibrating pressure gauges and meter measurement equipmentMay perform programming and troubleshooting operations on computers and terminal data acquisition equipmentTroubleshoot and program automated facility control equipment, calibrate required safety devices, manipulate facility valves to receive the desired operating statusTroubleshoot, diagnose problems and repair plant mechanical, instrumentation, and electrical systemsRead and interpret planning documents, schematics, wiring diagrams, specifications, drawings, manuals, blueprints and engineering sketchesPerform layout and wiring of electrical panelsIdentify and recommend changes to improve plant performance utilizing existing or new control systems; make program modifications in PLC's logic, HMI's programs and servo controller logic to improve equipment performanceDiagnoses mechanical and electrical problems using technical drawings (e.g., blueprints, electronic/mechanical schematics) and diagnostic tools (e.g.
multi-meter, laptop)Performs field calibrations using multi-meters to test pH, conductivity, flow, pressure, humidity, RTD, thermocouple, and other levels as neededAbility to work in a team environment, record data in a computer system, communicate with multiple departments, and complete work orders and preventative maintenance on equipment indoors and outdoorsPerforms quality checks according to procedure and repairs equipment in a timely mannerResponsible to maintain proper records. This position may be required to participate in emergency response activities as necessaryParticipate in the safety programs and/or committees; follow all site safety policies, company policies and procedures work safely and wear appropriate PPEResponsible for assisting other technicians with maintenance and repair duties; including training co-workers on the safe and efficient techniques to maintain electrical system operations and equipmentHandle time accounting and complete work ordersMaintaining a tidy work environment and adhering to industry regulationsObtain and maintain licenses, operator permits or certifications as requiredResponsibilities of All Employees:Commit to ensuring the health/wellness of our employees and productEnsure the jobs/operations are completely safely to protect employees and to ensure the sustainability of company equipment/machineryEnsure the security of the workforce and sustain any client confidentiality requestsDeliver timely and efficiently without hindering quality of services and work to ensure the team's success in meeting our client delivery schedulesTeam centered to perform your job successfully while identifying ways to help others be successful too; willingness to learn; works at a fast pace, actively pursues tasks or direction; willing to work extended hours and adapt to changing work schedules as well as assignments; determines what work needs to be done without instruction; takes action to complete additional work that is beneficial to the team without being instructedEducation & Experience:Required – two-year technical degree or equivalent is required for consideration. A degree in process controls or similar technical fields is preferred, including courses in computer science. Six years of control, electrical, or electronics experience including computer programming, systems analysis and design, electrical or electronics production system troubleshooting, and problem resolution will be considered in lieu of degree requirements. (Two years of this experience must be in an industrial production/manufacturing environment)Minimum 3 years' experience in maintenance and repair of instrument systems, process analyzers, control valves, pressure/flow measurement; prefer electronics manufacturing experienceMinimum 3 years' experience maintaining motor controls, relay logic, fiber optics and associated end devicesGeneral Skills/Experience:Knowledge of PLCs, VFDs, Servos, Ethernet and wireless communication systems as related to plant automationOperational knowledge of an oscilloscope & multi-meter, soldering wires & connectors, operation of various crimping tools, wire stripping, ohm's law, continuity testing, pinning out a military type connector, routing & tie wrapping cables, drilling & tapping holes, and building junction boxesAdvanced understanding and ability to troubleshoot, replace, and configure sensors and instrumentation such as photo-eyes, proximity switches, pressure, flow, level and temperature sensorsAdvanced understanding and ability to troubleshoot, configure, and replace non-similar motor control componentsProficient in understanding and ability to troubleshoot root cause, configure, and replace non-similar controls hardware, such as input/output modules, human machine interfaces (HMIs), safety relays, and other industrial controlsWorking knowledge of all automation standard practicesAdvanced electrical knowledge and understanding of electrical safetyAble to work on multiple control voltages (DC/AC) and up to 480VAbility to read and interpret P&ID drawings, pneumatic, hydraulic and electrical schematics for use in system understanding and troubleshootingHave an understanding of national electrical codesStrong organizational skills and proven ability to maintain accurate, detailed records that will be audited periodicallyAbility to work on multiple projects at once with tight deadlinesMust be able to identify and execute improvement opportunities through both process improvements and system improvementsTravel required for training and to regularly conduct business with and meet with vendors/suppliersStrong understanding of supply chain systems, practices, process, and proceduresMust be a self-starter and have the desire and ability to take ownership and responsibility with little directionAbility to work with employees from many different cultures and backgroundsPreference will be given to qualified local candidatesSoftware/Computer Skills & Experience:General knowledge of basic hardware and software and uses of a variety of different computer operating systems such as Microsoft Office Work, Excel, Outlook, Google Workspace, and web-site softwareKnowledge in Data Acquisition concepts, hardware, and interfacingDisclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job.
They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Management maintains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.Environmental & Physical Factors: The physical demands and work environment described below represent the activities and surroundings of the position(s). Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Works primarily in a warehouse/manufacturing facility. Daily contact with other departmental personnel.
Occasionally works in all weather conditions, extreme temperatures, around chemicals and chemical fumes/emissions, dusty & clean environments. Frequently works with electrical and mechanical hazards. When working with surplus and scrap materials, will frequently be required to work outside and/or in an