Instrumentation & Electrical Technician

Location: North Charleston, SC

Job Family Group

Manufacturing Operations

Are you ready to do something remarkable? Ready to collaborate with an incredible team to solve problems that improve people’s lives? Meet Ingevity.

At Ingevity, we develop innovations that purify, protect and enhance the world around us. Our products enable oil to flow better, crops to grow fuller, roads to last longer and ensure that the air we all breathe is cleaner.

Our people come from all different backgrounds and help reimagine new possibilities daily. We understand there is no challenge too big and no contribution too small. We seek out new ideas for tackling complex problems and celebrate achieving the improbable. We value each person’s unique talents and synergize them to create meaningful impact and sustainable solutions for our customers and our world.

Bold. Energetic. Ingenious. Genuine. If these qualities describe you, we’d love for you to join Ingevity!

How you will impact Ingevity

Install, calibrate, maintain and repair all types of electrical and instrumentation devices, equipment and systems throughout the facility. (Including low voltage to 13.8KV systems)

Refer to, read, and understand electrical and instrumentation manuals, prints, and drawings.

Understand and demonstrate arc flash safety standards as outlined in NFPA 70E.

Apply principles of mathematics, physics, AC/DC theory, electronics, pneumatics, and reliability methods in installing and maintaining electrical and instrumentation components and systems

Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair all types of electrical and instrumentation devices, equipment, and systems (including but not limited to: conduit, cabling, wiring, lighting, power, motors, power distribution equipment, high voltage systems, pneumatic and hydraulic control systems, PLC/DCS systems, flow meters, pressure transmitters, temperature transmitters, valves, and positioners)

Cooperate with other crafts to increase flexibility and efficiency by independently performing such tasks as replacement of small motors, small piping component electronics and instrumentation devices and similar tasks, as agreed with affected parties

Independently access bill of materials, locate and checkout parts from Storeroom.

Other duties as assigned

Operate lifts and other equipment as needed

Check email at least once a shift

Train other I/E Technicians and perform maintenance on various machines throughout the facility

Complete all necessary paperwork

Follows safety procedures and wear appropriate PPE

Practices the IngeviWay

What you need to succeed

High school diploma or equivalent

5 years of Industrial Instrumentation and Electrical Maintenance experience or formal training from a technical school or institution in the Instrumentation and Electrical field preferred

Must be able to work shift work and overtime as required

Able to effectively communicate with co-workers and management

Able to work autonomously

Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials

Ability to stand and work for up to 16 hours a day

Able to lift heavy items on a regular basis

Able to climb stairs and ladders

Preform work in an outdoor facility

Must be able to work in an industrial chemical manufacturing environment

Will need to be observant in working around large items and moving vehicles

Must be able to work in a fast-paced, team environment

This role is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. The successful candidate must not now, or in the future, require sponsorship to work in the US.

Ingevity is a company made up of extraordinary people of every race, religion and background, all worthy of the same dignity. Our differences are one of our great strengths. Join us in building a culture of increasing diversity and respect – a culture where everyone belongs.

Ingevity is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.

Recruiting Agencies:Ingevity does not accept unsolicited resumes and therefore, will not be responsible for any fees associated with unsolicited resumes.