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Evonik

Global specialty chemicals manufacturer and supplier

Instrument & Electrical Technician

Equipment MaintenanceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeBayport, La Porte, TX, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or GED is required.
  • At least 3 years of experience as a Maintenance I&E Technician in a chemical plant, refinery, or industrial setting is required.
  • Experience with DCS/SIS systems is required.
  • Strong troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and problem-solving skills are required.
  • Proficiency with I&E hand tools, meters, and instrument calibration equipment is required.
  • Working knowledge of electrical systems, motors, P&IDs, and wiring schematics is required.
  • Strong organizational, computer, and communication skills are required.
  • Ability to work overtime and participate in an on-call rotation, including weekends and holidays, is required.
  • Must be physically able to work outdoors year-round, around heavy equipment, in confined spaces, and at heights up to 200 feet, and to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

  • Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment for emergency repairs and carry out preventive maintenance routines.
  • Carry out simple site maintenance tasks.
  • Carry out standard installation activities under detailed guidance and troubleshoot basic technical or operational problems using previously defined solutions.
  • Follow mandatory procedures and methods of work, including use of personal protective equipment where relevant, to safeguard the environment and the well-being of oneself and others.
  • Carry out relatively simple testing and quality assurance tasks.
  • Develop working knowledge of organizational policies and procedures and of regulatory codes and codes of conduct relevant to the work, adhering to mandatory procedures to ensure work meets required standards.

Desired Qualifications

  • An Associate Degree in Applied Sciences or an equivalent apprenticeship is preferred.
  • Three to five years of experience is preferred.
  • Knowledge of NFPA 70 is a plus.

About the Company

Evonik

Global specialty chemicals manufacturer and supplier

Evonik is a global specialty chemicals company that makes high-value ingredients used in everyday products, such as cars, footwear, and animal feed. Its products are designed to enhance performance by providing tailored chemical solutions across multiple industries and applications. Evonik operates in more than 100 countries, producing specialty chemicals through advanced formulations and manufacturing processes that meet specific customer needs. The company differentiates itself by its focused strategy on high-margin specialty chemicals after restructuring, its large, multinational manufacturing footprint, and ongoing efficiency-improvement efforts that paused major acquisitions through 2027 to prioritize internal transformation. The goal is to strengthen its leadership in specialty chemicals and sustain profitable growth by delivering specialized ingredients and performance materials while improving operational efficiency.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Essen, Germany
Founded
2007

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