What are the responsibilities and job description for the I E Technician position at ECOVYST CATALYST TECHNOLOGIES LLC?
Backed by an over 130-year history, Ecovyst has evolved into a platform of leading sulfur solutions united by a shared commitment to reliability, innovation, and performance. We have carefully cultivated our reputation as a premier provider of virgin sulfuric acid, sulfuric acid regeneration services, and sulfuric acid derivatives. We provide specialty grade high-purity virgin sulfuric acid for a number of diverse and growing end uses. Among them are mining, particularly copper for electronics applications, production of electric vehicles and the ongoing expansion of data centers across the globe, and industrial applications including our customers’ production of nylon precursors, production of lead acid batteries for all types of vehicles, industrial and municipal water treatment, and refining and petrochemical processes.
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What We Offer:
- Competitive pay
- Full benefit package
- 401k matching
- Tuition Reimbursement
Position Overview:
The Instrumentation & Electrical (I&E) Technician for Ecoservices in Hammond, IN is responsible for installing, troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing electrical and instrumentation systems in a chemical plant environment. This role includes working with high- and low-voltage equipment, PLC systems, and process instrumentation while ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Technicians must be able to read schematics and P&IDs, perform physical labor, and support preventative maintenance and emergency response efforts as needed.
What you will be doing:
• Troubleshoot, repair, and install electronic and pneumatic instrumentation and controls
• Perform electrical work on motors, switchgear, VFDs, and lighting systems up to 2300 volts
• Read and interpret schematics and P&IDs from engineering packages
• Conduct inspections and maintenance in railcar and loading areas
• Operate manlifts, forklifts, and hand tools; bend and install conduit up to 2"
• Conduct preventive maintenance on instrumentation and small gauge wiring
• Install and repair control valves and piping components
• Participate in emergency repairs and unscheduled callouts
Required Qualifications:
• Minimum 3 years of relevant I&E experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• High school diploma or GED required; technical school certificate or associate degree preferred
• Strong understanding of process control instrumentation, PLCs, and DCS systems
• Proficiency in reading schematics, P&IDs, and performing control loop checks
• Working knowledge of basic chemistry and mechanical systems
• Moderate computer skills; able to use MS Office and digital documentation tools
• Physically able to lift heavy equipment, climb, kneel, and work in confined spaces
• Must be able to work outdoors and in all weather conditions
• Completion of applicable safety and technical training including NFPA-70E and OSHA