E & I Technician

Celanese is a Fortune 500 global chemical and specialty materials company that engineers and manufactures products essential to everyday living. With global headquarters in Dallas, Texas, Celanese employs approximately 13,300 dedicated people working at more than 50 owned and operated manufacturing facilities across 27 countries. We are committed to employee growth and creating shareholder value, and strive to make a difference in the communities where we operate. Our company focuses on the safety of its employees, provides competitive compensation (including benefits starting Day 1), and emphasizes giving back to the community. For more information about Celanese and our products please visit www.celanese.com  

Electrical and Instrumentation (E&I) Technician

Purpose Statement: To satisfy the site's electrical needs including the installation, maintenance, and repair of the plant equipment in a safe, timely, and craftsman-like manner.

The Electrical and Instrumentation (E&I) Technician works a 12-hour rotating shift schedule.

The E&I technician works in team of 12 (from various shifts).

The E&I tech will work onsite, in-person at: 3600 Discovery Drive, Chester, VA 23836

Education Required

• High School Diploma or GED
• One or more of the following is required
  • Associate's degree in Instrumentation or Engineering Technology with 3+ years of experience maintaining and repairing Electrical & Instrumentation Equipment in Industrial / Manufacturing environments 
  • Or Completed apprenticeship program with 3+ years of experience maintaining and repairing Electrical & Instrumentation Equipment in Industrial / Manufacturing environments 
  • Or 7+ years of experience maintaining and repairing electrical and instrumentation equipment in a manufacturing environment

Skills & Knowledge

Required

• 3+ years’ experience maintaining and repairing Electrical & Instrumentation Equipment in Industrial / Manufacturing environments (in conjunction with required training/certification)
• Experience reading schematics
• Experience using test equipment and hand tools.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Checks and performs preventive maintenance on motor control center equipment; repairs or replaces motors as needed.
• Operates computer keyboard daily to input data into the Maintenance Management System (SAP), such as time and material charged to a work order, and historical equipment data. Technician inputs his/her time into the payroll system.  Uses computer to research and track down needed parts, to input work time and to receive HR information.
• Acts as a resource for operations areas daily to provide an understanding of system function.
• Maintains calibration records, job procedures and manuals regularly.
• Performs ISO calibration on strain gauges, yardage counters, temperature controllers, etc. Calibrates gages, controllers, transmitters and gage system as required; calibrates substation breakers occasionally; coordinates calibration of test equipment.
• Overhauls production and process equipment on film lines, polymer lines, slitting machines and cooling towers.
• Inspects equipment and repairs and/or modifies equipment using hand tools such wrenches, pliers, screwdrivers, hammers, wire stripper and lug crimpers.
• Repairs electrical equipment such as motors, generators, AC and DC drives, Motor Control Centers, Power distribution panels, etc.
• Tests, troubleshoots and repairs electronic equipment and electrical circuits daily by using specialized instruments such as multi-meters, wiggies, clamp-on ammeters, oscilloscopes and frequency meters.
• Troubleshoots process control computer systems, including but not limited to Reliance DCS, Modicon & Siemens PLC, Control Logix, using portable computers; troubleshoot temperature, level, and pressure control instruments processors; troubleshoot AC or DC variable speed drives and line speed control systems as needed.
• Upgrades drawings to reflect “as-built” or modifications. Upgrades schematics from old system to newer technologies.
• Follows safe work practices as set forth by DuPont S31G and NFPA 70E.
• Uses lock, tag and try procedure before beginning work on equipment and/or systems.
• Maintains Corona treater by using cleaning technique and setting proper gaps.
• Designs and fabricates mounting and tubing connections as needed.
• Pulls, unplugs and dips tubes using hand tools as needed.
• Handles and properly disposes of mercury as needed.
• Repairs or replaces hydraulic devices such as regulators, relief and flow valves.
• Monitors setting of brushes on motor commutators for proper setting.
• Repairs D.C. generators; repairs and replaces Avtron speed control.
• Observes mechanical devices in operation and listens to their sounds to locate causes of trouble.
• Troubleshoots equipment to detect imperfections.
• Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments.
• Installs special functional and structural parts in devices.
• Sets up and operates drill press, grinder, and other metalworking tools to make and repair parts.
• Expedites equipment and parts; coordinates equipment for off-plant repairs and sets up parts for stores.
• Conducts ISO audits in maintenance area.
• Contributes to planning and scheduling of shutdowns.
• Troubleshoots and maintains pneumatic instrumentation, including rebuilding automatic control valves, and pneumatic or electronic controllers.
• Performs High Voltage (13,200 Vac) switching for Substation PM and repair work.
• Performs simple maintenance and electrical tasks such as mounting objects (cabinets, pictures, etc.) to wall and relamping assigned areas, repairing electrical switches and outlets.
• Perform Capital Project work.

Non-essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

None noted.

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of or be able to learn SAP plant maintenance software; move around in site's and company's Intranet; and communicate through e-mail software such as Lotus Notes.

Education Required

• High School Diploma or GED
• One or more of the following is required
  • Associate's degree in Instrumentation or Engineering Technology with 3+ years of experience maintaining and repairing Electrical & Instrumentation Equipment in Industrial / Manufacturing environments 
  • Or Completed apprenticeship program with 3+ years of experience maintaining and repairing Electrical & Instrumentation Equipment in Industrial / Manufacturing environments 
  • Or 7+ years of experience maintaining and repairing electrical and instrumentation equipment in a manufacturing environment

Skills & Knowledge

Required

• 3+ years’ experience maintaining and repairing Electrical & Instrumentation Equipment in Industrial / Manufacturing environments (in conjunction with required training/certification)
• Experience reading schematics
• Experience using test equipment and hand tools.

Preferred

• Experience with Automated Technologies – troubleshooting in an industrial/manufacturing environment
• Experience and knowledge of DCS, DC Motors – troubleshooting/repairing
• Experience with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), and computers – troubleshooting
• Process Control & Monitoring
• Knowledgeable in Electrical Safety and National Electric Code
• Knowledgeable in the General process of filmmaking & Polymers
• Experience using plant maintenance software / ERP (enterprise resource planning) software such as SAP
• Experience using Lotus Notes
• E&I experience in the military is a plus

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Must be able to pass electrical training classes.
• Must participate in regular refresher courses as they are scheduled and assigned.

Accountabilities:

1. Be accountable for self, teammates, and others working in the area. Believe incidents are preventable and take appropriate actions when observing unsafe acts or unsafe conditions.
2. Provide logical troubleshooting abilities, maintain and repair site equipment in a reliable and craftsman-like manner.
3. Understand and follow site safety rules and procedures.
4. Maintain and develop interpersonal skills in order to work with and communicate with people.
5. Maintain and develop our technical skills necessary to keep pace with changing technology.

Other Skills and Abilities                                             

• Must be able to keep abreast of technology changes and adapt accordingly

Other Qualifications

• Must be able to travel periodically for training.

Supervisory Responsibilities

At times will be called upon to train, assist and supervise other technicians in the completion of electrical work in their area including projects, preventive maintenance and equipment repair.    

Competencies

• Flexibility
• Adaptability
• Analytical Thinking
• Innovativeness
• Self-Control
• Thoroughness
• Ability to Learn
• Tenacity
• Self-Development Orientation
• Initiative
• Concern for Standards

Key Work Processes

• Communicating with Others
• Working with People
• Planning & Organizing
• Making Decisions
• Getting Work Done

Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs workflows and procedures.

Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.

Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.

Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed. Must be able to work with opposite craft  (E&I Vs Mech.) as a team to resolve any issues. 

Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.

Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.

Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals. Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. Must be able to work shift, and work overtime if needed to support the plant.

Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.

Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.

Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Language Skills                                               

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.  Ability to write simple correspondence.  Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

Mathematical Skills                                                      

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.  Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Ability                                            

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.  Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills                                               

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of manufacturing software, order processing systems, and payroll systems.  Familiarity with SAP and Kronos is preferred.