As an E&I technician, perform all tasks in a safe, confident and timely manner. Design, install, troubleshoot and repair electrical and instrumentation systems to ensure maximum paper machine production.

Key Activities

1. General


* Follow and lead fellow team members in safe work practices in pursuit of zero injuries. Actively participate in safety programs.
* Perform electrical construction tasks including installation of conduit, wire tray, wire pulling, enclosures, transformers and all electrical terminations per NEC Code.
* Installation, configuration and troubleshooting of photo eyes, proximity switches, limit switches, PLC input/output modules and all associated control wiring.
* Configure, troubleshoot and repair motors, motor control centers, variable
frequency drives and soft-starts up to 2300V.
* Maintain and troubleshoot position feedback devices, encoders, load cells, hydraulic systems, natural gas burners and boiler control systems.
* Installation, calibration and troubleshooting of pressure, level, flow, temperature,
consistency, conductivity, turbidity and pH transmitters.
* Troubleshoot and maintain Honeywell QCS mechanical, electrical and software
systems.
* Calibrate, maintain and rebuild process valves, actuators and positioners.
* Maintain all general plant lighting and facility electrical power distribution.
* Proper use of test equipment, including meggers, oscilloscopes, motor analyzers,
manometers, signal generators, computers and specialized software.
* Operate overhead cranes, forklifts, pallet jacks, manlifts, scissor lifts and utility vehicles.
* Use CMMS (JD Edwards) to create work orders, order parts, track man-hours and maintain equipment history.
* Participates in all team activities and communicates to all other team members to ensure the success of the maintenance department.
* Perform special or occasional duties as required, including assisting mechanical maintenance team members and special projects.
* Provide On-Call coverage as directed by supervision .

2. Optimization

* Tuning of process control loops and machine control systems.
* Programming and troubleshooting of DCS, PLC and HMI interfaces.
* Develop DCS help displays and routines for ease of use to minimize downtime.
* Perform PM and PdM tasks, using visual, ultrasonic, infrared, static and dynamic motor analyser technologies.
* Provide training to operations and maintenance crafts to enable self-sufficient
troubleshooting skills.


3. Engineering

* Perform configuration and logic modifications to DCS and PLC control systems.
Modifications will include programming in ladder logic, block logic. sequential logic and statement logic.
* Design,configuration and implementation of integrated and stand-alone graphic
human machine interfaces.
* Design and specification of communication protocols, including Profibus, serial and industrial Ethernet.
* Assistwith systems integration for both hardware and software solutions.
* Specify, design and construct process control and 1/0 cabinets.
* Create and modify schematic and layout drawings using AutoCAD.
* Specify cabling and wire sizing for power and control wiring, per NEC Code.

Minimum Qualifications (technical/professional skills, expertise and qualifications)

* High school education or equivalent and one of the following:
o 7 years of experience or 2 year degree with 5 years of experience as an industrial E&I
technician.
o ISA Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST) Level II certification.
Texas State electrical journeyman's license and proven abilities.
* Ability to troubleshoot and modify control logic using Siemens PCS7 operator and engineering stations.
* Able to troubleshoot and repair 480V and 2300V motors, drives, cabling, transformers, power supplies, electrical mechanical equipment and process control loops.
* Able to safely troubleshoot and repair boiler and burner control systems.
* Proficient with Installation, calibration and troubleshooting of all machine instrumentation.
* Designing, constructing and installing additional machine control loops and systems.
* Exhibit strong problem solving ability with analog and digital control systems.
* Able to modify and create electrical schematics and diagrams, as needed.
* Exhibit and follow local and National Electric Code standards and policies.
* High proficiency with computers and automation software.
* Demonstrated proper uses of PPE and performs all work in a safe manner.
* Must be self-directed with positive attitude and willingness to change with conditions.

Working Conditions (e.g., heat, cold, noise, etc.)

* Hot, dusty, humid and noisy mill environment.
* Some travel may be required.
* Working on and around 2300 volt electrical equipment will be required.
* Compressed air, steam, lubrication oil and hydraulic fluid will be used in the paper machine area.
* There are slipping, tripping and falling hazards, as well as running nips and suspended loads.

Essential Physical Functions (e.g., lifting, bending, climbing, reading, etc.)

* Bending, lifting up to 50 pounds, climbing stairs and ladders and scaffolding while troubleshooting equipment.
* Reading of technical operations and maintenance manuals, procedures, schematics, and blueprints.