Instrumentation Electrician Tech

Founded in 1983 by principal shareholder William I. Koch, Oxbow Carbon LLC (“Oxbow”) is a global leader in recycling, marketing, and upgrading of refinery and natural gas coproducts. Oxbow produces and distributes calcined and fuel grade petroleum coke and provides bulk storage and handling services for petroleum coke and other commodities. Leveraging its extensive scale, strong expertise, and leading market positions, Oxbow has established a powerful global sourcing platform supported by superior market intelligence and long-standing relationships with key suppliers and customers. Oxbow’s products are essential in the production of aluminum, steel, glass, and cement, while its specialty offerings are integral to a variety of innovative applications, including high-performance plastics, solar panels, electronics, and batteries. Oxbow’s continued success and leadership within the industry are attributed to a combination of strong teamwork, innovative uses of technology, and talented employees.

The Instrumentation Electrician Tech is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and upgrading a variety of electrical components, systems and equipment within the plant.

Essential Job Duties

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical and instrumentation systems in industrial environments.

• Configure, calibrate, and test control systems, power distribution systems, and process control instrumentation.

• Inspect and troubleshoot equipment to identify issues; repair or replace defective components as necessary.

• Investigate equipment failures, determine root cause, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

• Set up new instruments, control systems, and associated circuitry in compliance with industry and safety standards.

• Perform routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and system adjustments to ensure optimal performance.

• Identify and isolate faulty parts, circuits, or panels; repair, fabricate, or replace components as needed.

• Install and test electrical equipment, including conduit, panels, lighting, receptacles, motor control panels, relays, contactors, starters, motors, pumps, valves, electrical services, and generators (low to medium voltage).

• Create, maintain, and verify electrical and instrumentation engineering drawings and documentation.

• Support continuous improvement initiatives and assist management with special projects or workflow optimization.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in compliance with safety and operational standards.

• Ensure the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of all electrical and instrumentation systems within the facility.

• Work independently and collaboratively as part of a technical team, applying strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of electrical, electronic, and industrial process systems.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Proficient in configuring, calibrating, troubleshooting, and maintaining a wide range of instrumentation and control equipment.

• Skilled in reading and interpreting flow diagrams, mechanical configuration drawings, and Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).

• Capable of calibrating and certifying instruments, transmitters, and scales to ensure compliance with operational standards.

• Strong understanding of electronic schematics, including the ability to identify components and comprehend their functions.

• Demonstrates proficiency with diagnostic and testing tools such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, and programmable logic controllers (PLCs).

• Plans and executes work efficiently, maintaining organization and attention to detail in all tasks.

• Communicates clearly and effectively in various settings and formats, adapting messages to suit different audiences.

• Sets and achieves specific, measurable, achievable, and relevant goals aligned with team and organizational objectives.

• Applies analytical thinking and technical expertise to identify issues and implement effective solutions.

• Maintains a proactive and safety-conscious approach in all aspects of electrical and instrumentation work.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Associate’s degree in Instrumentation Technology or a related field preferred.

• Minimum of two (2) years of related experience required; three (3) years preferred.

• Valid driver’s license required.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods while working at a computer or calibrating instruments.

• Requires physical ability to work on and around industrial equipment, including frequent climbing of stairs and ladders to elevated areas.

• May involve outdoor work in varying and sometimes extreme weather conditions.

• Must be able to lift, carry, move, or position objects up to 20 pounds as needed.

• Participation in facility safety training and adherence to all safety standards is required.

• May be required to move throughout the facility to coordinate work and perform inspections.

• Occasional weekend or evening work may be required based on operational needs.

• Must be able to travel as necessary for training, support, or project assignments.

• On-call availability required as needed.

Oxbow Offers

• Competitive compensation package
• Health, dental, vision and life insurance
• Generous 401k match and paid time off