Electrical Instrumentation Engineering Jobs in Boston, MA

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Manager, assist, direct or train workers to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures. Ensure compliance with applicable electrical codes. Lead electrical projects around the plant and work with Engineering, Maintenance, Refinery and Boiler Room to ensure 24-7 operations. Create and update electrical diagrams.

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Install, maintain, modify and repair all electrical distribution systems and associated electrical equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance.
• Document electrical performance and estimate electrical work.
• Responsible for job site and equipment care.
• Oversee outside electrical contractors doing work.
• Inspect and test components of electrical systems, including transformers, transfer switches and switchgears.
• Utilize blueprints, wiring diagrams and manufactures installation manuals to complete assigned projects.
• Estimates loads, requirements and materials for repairs and installations.
• Survey electrical systems, circuits and plans.
• Utilize software to oversee and maintain electrical monitoring equipment.
• Modify a basic logic diagram i.e. know how to find logics and understand how to troubleshoot them
• Troubleshoot and with additional training repair TDC system problems i.e. ability to upload US stations after a loss of power; identify HPM IOP issues, detail a point and locate which FTA a point goes
• Troubleshoot and repair Allen-Bradley PLC system problems i.e. ability to clear rack faults , remove and install I/O cards, identify a faulty card/blown output fuses, troubleshoot a ladder logic, program a ladder logic, change descriptors, edit a rung and add a bridge, force a bit, toggle a bit, identify a PLC address
• Import and export a PLC database.
• Upload a project to a PLC.
• Obtain a good working knowledge of unit operations; all the systems in the refinery and their purpose, BOHO, Steam Turbine Generator, wastewater, logistics, extensive involvement in maintaining operations of the CHP extensive involvement in maintaining operations of the CE and B&W burner operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Formal Education / Certification Requirements

• MA Journeyman Electrical License or ability to obtain license within 1 year of hire.
• Previous instrument controls experience
• 3-5 years related work experience

**Special Skills:

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• Ability to read Blueprints
• Technology Skills: Office suite software – Microsoft Office, Spreadsheet software – Excel, ERP software- SAP

**Competencies:

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• Decision Making: Ability to make decisions that are guided by general instructions and practices requiring some interpretation. May make recommendations for solving problems of complexity and importance.
• Trouble shooting: Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
• Problem Solving: Ability to address problems that are varied, requiring analysis or interpretation of the situation using direct observation, knowledge and skills based on general precedents.
• Independence of Action: Ability to follow precedents and procedures. May set priorities and organize work within guidelines. Seeks assistance when confronted with difficult and/or unpredictable situations.
• Written Communication: Ability to summarize and communicate in English moderately complex information in varied written formats to internal and external customers.
• Oral Communication: Ability to comprehend and communicate complex verbal information in English to external and internal staff.
• Knowledge: Ability to demonstrate in-depth knowledge of concepts, practices and polies with the ability to use them in complex varied situations.
• Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively in small teams to improve the operations of immediate work group by offering ideas, identifying issues and respecting team members. Share knowledge to team members.
• Customer Service: Ability to provide a high level of customer service to internal and external customers. Service oriented, respectful manner using skills in active listening and problem solving. Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
• Learning: Desire and ability to continually learn and apply new skills.

Travel Requirements

Not required; unless additional off-site training as necessary

Physical Requirements / Working Environment and Conditions

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions

of this job.

While performing these duties, of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk use hands to finger, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling and climbing all day. The employee must frequently lift and move items over 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The employee must be able to wear required PPE at all times. Work in confined spaces, climb refinery towers and storage tanks.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. This document is subject to change at any time and is not intended to be exhaustive of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required by employees with this position title. The physical requirements may be found on a supplemental Occupational Worksheet. They are representative of those requirements that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request.