I&E Technician

The role

This I&E Technician will operate, troubleshoot, repair and calibrate instrumentation and electrical equipment on natural gas and NGL pipelines and compressor stations. The role also includes serving as I&E Lead on small capital projects and overseeing third-party contractors.

What you will do

• Maintain, troubleshoot, repair and calibrate instrumentation and electrical equipment, including VFDs, switchgear, transformers, pumps and motors
• Specify and procure equipment based on application requirements
• Perform loop checks and calibration of field instrumentation
• Maintain and troubleshoot circuits and electrical equipment up to 480 VAC
• Perform preventative maintenance on pumps, compressors, drivers and auxiliary equipment
• Prepare equipment for maintenance, including electrical clearing and LOTO procedures
• Read P&ID drawings, electrical and mechanical schematics and operational manuals
• Serve as I&E Lead on small capital projects and oversee third-party contractors
• Work with turbine technicians, automation specialists, operations and engineers on maintenance, installation and commissioning
• Assist with instrumentation and electrical equipment training

Required qualifications

• General pipeline knowledge and working experience with medium voltage equipment up to 480 VAC
• Working knowledge of National Electric Codes
• Technical Degree or Associate Degree in Instrumentation, Electronic Communications or Industrial Electronics, or equivalent
• 2+ years in instrument control, automation and electrical maintenance or project commissioning in oil & gas
• Communication experience with cellular, satellite, Modbus and SCADA
• Valid driver's license and company insurability requirements
• Compliance with WWM's drug and alcohol program
• Ability to work in changing climate conditions, tight spaces and at elevated platforms and ladders
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; fluency in English is required

Nice to have

• Knowledge of Pipeline & Terminal business processes and equipment
• Experience with PLC programming, such as Allen Bradley or Scadapack
• Experience with electrical voltages up to 4160 VAC
• Journeyman or Master Electrician license

Benefits

• Employer matched 401(k)
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Basic life and AD&D insurance
• Other benefit offerings

Before you apply

• Must pass WWM's drug and alcohol program
• Must meet company insurability requirements
• Must maintain required certifications to perform job duties

About the company

Whitewater Midstream operates natural gas pipelines, NGL pipelines and compressor stations. The company's safety and environmental practices follow regulatory and company requirements.