Electrical & Instrumentation Tech

  • Primient
  • Loudon, Tennessee
  • 01/10/2026
Full time

Job Description

Electrical
  • Power Systems & Distribution
  • Experience with AC and DC voltages: 161kV, 13.2kV, 4160V, 480V, 277V, 240/120V, 24V, and 12V.
  • Main substation switching - 13.2kV to 480V distribution operations.
  • Main yard switching and safe handling of high-voltage power equipment and switches 161kV to 13.8kV.
  • Expertise with Siemens Allis 1600A and 3200A breakers, as well as fuse sizing and breaker sizing.
  • Grounding, arc fault cleaning, and arc flash safety practices, including full competency in Arc Flash PPE up to 40Cal suits.
  • Motor Systems & Starters
  • Wiring and troubleshooting 480V starter buckets, 4160V synchronous motor starters, and general motor wiring.
  • Proficiency in motor testing, motor sizing, and advanced fault troubleshooting.
  • Skilled in motor starters - wye/delta starters, autotransformers, soft starts, part winding, vfd's .
  • Control Systems & Drives
  • Control wiring installation, repair, and troubleshooting.
  • Reading and interpreting wiring schematics.
  • Proficiency in Siemens, Allen-Bradley (AB), and ABB variable frequency drives (VFDs).
  • PLC wiring and troubleshooting, including communication protocols and communication troubleshooting.
  • Competence in low voltage controls and advanced troubleshooting techniques.
  • Testing & Reliability
  • Circuit testing, conductive testing, and high-voltage testing.
  • Overload and wire sizing calculations for safe system design.
  • Infrared scanning for preventive maintenance.
  • Skilled with diagnostic tools such as the Fluke II 900.
  • Expertise in fault locating , failure root cause analysis, and serving as a failure investigations resource.
  • Providing leadership in electrical reliability programs.
  • Field Electrical Work
  • Installation and maintenance of heat trace systems and lighting systems.
  • HV and MV cable terminations.
  • Conduit bending, wire pulling, and rigging for heavy electrical equipment.
  • Working with generators and related switching equipment.


Ins trumentation
  • Transmitters & Measurement Devices
  • Pressure, level, temperature, flow, pH, conductivity and dissolved oxygen (DO) transmitters.
  • Proficiency in calibration, configuration, and troubleshooting.
  • Valves & Actuators
  • Analog valves and digital valves installation and tuning.
  • Expertise in gas valves and control systems related to burner operations.
  • Switches & Safety Devices
  • Pressure, temperature, flow, level, limit, and explosion-proof switches.
  • Advanced knowledge of safety interlocks and fail-safe systems.
  • Actuation Systems
  • Pneumatic and hydraulic cylinders, troubleshooting and integration into automated systems.
  • Burner management systems commissioning, troubleshooting, and compliance.
  • Instrumentation Reliability
  • Preventive and predictive maintenance to ensure instrumentation integrity.
  • Skilled in tubing bending and installing for process instrumentation.


Systems, Software & Analytical Tools
  • Proficiency in SAP for maintenance management (CMMS) and PI Vision for process monitoring and data analysis.
    Integration of instrumentation with PLC and control systems for optimized plant performance .


Additional Competencies
  • Serve as an E&I Trainer, mentoring and developing junior technicians.
  • Knowledge in both electrical and instrumentation reliability programs.
  • Participate in failure investigations and provide technical expertise for root cause analysis.
  • Strict adherence to safety regulations, with professional competence in arc flash protection, lockout/tagout, and hazard analysis.


P referred Qualifi cations & Experience
  • 3 + years' experience in industrial Electrical & Instrumentation
  • Advanced knowledge of high, medium, and low voltage systems.
  • Proficiency with both electrical power distribution and process instrumentation systems in heavy industrial environments.
  • Demonstrated success in troubleshooting complex issues, leading reliability initiatives, and training others.
  • Strong analytical skills


Physical Requirements
  • Lift up to 55 lbs without assistance
  • Climb ladders (up to 15 ft) and multiple flights of stairs
  • Stand for up to 1 hour without sitting
  • Perform bending and twisting motions
  • Work flexible schedules and respond to on-call needs
Work Environment
  • Exposure to mechanical parts, vibration, airborne particles, and loud noise
  • Work in both industrial and office settings
  • Outdoor work in inclement weather, heat, humidity, and dust
  • Use of standard office equipment (computers, phones, etc.)


FES Duty of Care

Food Safety
  • Ensure products meet food safety, legal, and quality standards

Environment
  • Comply with environmental procedures and report violations or near misses
Health & Safety
  • Follow site safety policies and participate in safety programs