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Instrumentation & Electrical (I&E) Technician: The Impact You’ll Have On The Organization

As an Instrumentation & Electrical (I&E) Technician, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the reliability, safety, and performance of our plant’s process instrumentation and control systems.
You will install, configure, troubleshoot, maintain, and document a wide range of instrumentation and electronic equipment that keeps our operations running at their best.
You’ll work closely with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams—strengthening plant reliability, supporting continuous improvement, and contributing to a strong safety culture.
Your expertise will directly support production uptime, environmental compliance, and plant-wide performance.

It's Better with Bakelite: Our Commitment Back to You

You’ll Help Shape Our Future. As a Bakelite associate, you’re part of a diverse, global population creating the next generation of the company—and we expect you to put your fingerprint on it.

We Champion Our Associates. At Bakelite, you don’t just climb the career ladder – you pave your personal path through continued learning and development.

Together, We Will Protect the Planet. From our processes to our products, we focus on opportunities that grow profitability while improving and protecting the planet.

Safety is a Core Value. At Bakelite, safety is a 24/7 mindset. We are all safe today to ensure we show up tomorrow—for our families and friends, for each other, and for our communities.

We Care. We value our associates and our culture. We offer competitive compensation, robust benefits, and support your success every step of the way.

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What Does a Typical Day Look Like? Here Are Your Primary Responsibilities

Coordinate, schedule, and complete work orders and PM inspections for all I&E equipment.
Install, maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot process instrumentation and control systems.
Utilize industry-standard test and measurement tools for maintenance and troubleshooting.
Enter work documentation and repairs into the SAP maintenance module.
Serve as a subject matter expert during root cause analysis (RCA) and process safety management (PSM) activities.
Support environmental and safety initiatives and uphold EHS compliance at all times.
Provide technical expertise to Maintenance and Engineering teams for maintenance, engineering, and capital projects.
Build and maintain equipment files, technical data, and spare parts inventory.
Work with vendors to identify parts and ensure accurate procurement.
Develop an intimate understanding of plant processes and process variables.
Install, configure, and terminate instrumentation and control wiring using schematics, loop diagrams, and P&IDs.
Provide as‑built documentation updates for equipment and process drawings.
Work closely with the Plant Process Control Engineer on troubleshooting, maintenance activities, and system improvements.
Demonstrate excellence in housekeeping, leadership, teamwork, and communication.
Continue growing expertise in Basic Process Control Systems (BPCS) and HMI systems.
Preferred: low‑voltage (<600VAC) experience and working knowledge of process computer systems and programming.

What Is Needed to Be Successful in This Role (Required Skills/Abilities)

Education & Experience

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Post‑secondary certificate or degree required (experience may be considered in lieu).
AS degree in Electronics Technology or Instrumentation preferred.
2+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment as an electronics, instrumentation, or maintenance/electrical technician required.
Experience with Allen‑Bradley PLCs and Emerson DeltaV programming/equipment is a plus.

Physical Requirements

Ability to walk, drive, stand, climb, and lift up to 50 lbs unassisted and 100 lbs with assistance.
Capable of entering confined spaces and wearing a respirator.

Skills & Aptitudes

Strong comprehension, problem‑solving, and mechanical/electrical aptitude.
Ability to perform arithmetic quickly and accurately.
Strong hand‑eye coordination.
Ability to use common computer functions and SAP.
Can adapt to changing priorities, handle stress, and take responsibility.
Able to influence others, evaluate information, make decisions, and perform repetitive work when needed.

Are you ready to help us build a better tomorrow and put your fingerprints on the world?

Apply for this exciting opportunity, and learn more about our hiring process, insights from our global associates, our robust benefits, and more at Bakelite.com/careers.

We are an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, minority status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any characteristic protected by law.

In order to be considered for this position candidates are required to submit an application for employment through our career site, be at least 18 years or age, willing to take a drug test, submit to a background investigation as part of the selection process, as well as additional periodic background checks as required by the Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS) or regulations adopted by the Department of Homeland Security or other regulatory agencies. Candidates are required to have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States. This company participates in E-Verify. For additional details, click HERE.

If currently an employee of the Company, you must have satisfactory work performance. Disclaimer: We are not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms/employment agencies for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails to an employee about this position. All resumes submitted by search firms/employment agencies to any employee of the Company via email, the Internet or in any other form and/or method without a valid written search firm agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of the Company; no fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by the Company as a result of the unsolicited referral or through other means.

I&E Technician