I&E Designer III – Ponca City, IL Contract Position | Oil & Gas Industry Leader Our client, a prominent company in the Oil & Gas sector, is seeking a skilled and experienced Senior Electrical/Instrumentation Designer for a contract position at their Ponca City Refinery. This role is ideal for a motivated individual with a strong background in CAD design and leadership within refinery projects. Location: Ponca City Refinery Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8-hour shifts (Overtime possible) Clearance: TWIC card preferred (must be able to obtain prior to start date) Key Responsibilities • Lead and coordinate a team of designers and drafters to ensure efficient and accurate project completion. • Develop and modify electrical and instrumentation (E&I) drawings for Refinery Technical Services (RTS) projects. • Work independently with minimal supervision while managing project deliverables and deadlines. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineers, contractors, and mechanical craftsmen. Requirements • 15+ years of experience with CAD software (AutoCAD and/or MicroStation). • Solid understanding of electrical or instrumentation design. • Basic knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC). • Proven ability to lead project design teams effectively. • Strong desire to learn and take initiative. • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work within a diverse team environment. Preferred Qualifications • Associate degree in Design, Drafting, or Engineering Technology. • Experience with SmartPlant Instrumentation (SPI). • TWIC card in hand or willingness to obtain one before starting. Job Types: Full-time, Contract Pay: $40.00 - $50.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: • 401(k) • Dental insurance • Flexible spending account • Health insurance • Health savings account • Vision insurance Schedule: • 10 hour shift • 8 hour shift • Monday to Friday • Overtime • Weekends as needed Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Job Summary: The I&E Instrumentation Technician is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical, electronic, and pneumatic instrumentation systems used in industrial processes. This role ensures that all equipment operates efficiently and safely to meet production requirements and regulatory standards. Key Responsibilities: • Installation and Calibration: Install, calibrate, and commission instrumentation devices such as sensors, transmitters, controllers, valves, and analyzers to ensure accurate measurement and control of process variables. • Maintenance and Repair: Perform routine maintenance, inspections, and repairs on instrumentation equipment to prevent downtime and maintain optimal performance. Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical, electronic, and mechanical issues using diagnostic tools and techniques. • Safety Compliance: Adhere to safety protocols and procedures while working with electrical systems and hazardous materials. Ensure compliance with industry regulations, company policies, and best practices to maintain a safe working environment. • Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, equipment configurations, and calibration procedures. Generate reports on equipment performance, reliability, and maintenance history to support decision-making and regulatory compliance. • Collaboration: Coordinate with other departments, including engineering, operations, and maintenance, to address instrumentation-related issues and support plant operations. Communicate effectively with stakeholders to prioritize tasks and resolve problems on time. • Training and Development: Stay updated on industry trends, technological advancements, and best practices related to instrumentation and electrical systems. Participate in training programs and skill development activities to enhance knowledge and expertise in the field. Qualifications and Skills: • A high school diploma or equivalent, technical certification, or associate degree in instrumentation, electrical engineering, or a related field is preferred. • Proven experience as an instrumentation technician or in a similar role in an industrial setting. • Strong knowledge of electrical systems, instrumentation principles, and control systems. • Proficiency in reading electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation. • Familiarity with Rosemont Instrumentation • Familiarity with PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), DCS (Distributed Control Systems), and SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems.Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose electrical, electronic, and pneumatic issues using appropriate tools and techniques. • Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently or as part of a team. • Strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement. • Effective communication skills and ability to interact with diverse teams and stakeholders. Physical Requirements: • Ability to work in confined spaces, climb ladders, and lift heavy objects. • Willingness to work outdoors and withstand exposure to noise, extreme temperatures, and hazardous chemicals. Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $30.00 per hour Benefits: • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Schedule: • 8 hour shift Work Location: In person
See More Details >>This job is posted for Dorada Foods. The direct contact is Rony Martinez at rony.martinez@lopezdorada.com POSITION PURPOSE The primary role of the Controls Electrician is to provide leadership within the engineering department in the areas of electrical, mechanical, and control systems design and documentation. The successful Controls Electrician will also recommend and implement process improvements, assist engineering management in project development, planning, and installation, and be a resource to all floor engineers and operations personnel. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Other duties may be assigned): 1. Design and install: PLC control systems and operator interfaces on major projects as well as smaller scale projects. Effectively maintain programming, hardware networking and communication; troubleshoot, determine causes of failure and perform corrective actions; oversee full industrial control system project implementation on both hardware and software problems 2. Project support: Support internal projects to include plant control system upgrades. Ability to read and interpret mechanical blueprints, electrical schematics and parts specifications. 3. Preventative Maintenance and troubleshooting: Support predictive and preventative maintenance programs. Will be using electro-mechanical knowledge to troubleshoot, repair and perform PM's on conveyors, blenders, and other equipment used in the manufacturing process 4. Safety in the workplace: Promote a safe and clean working environment by following clean as you go procedures. Ensure that all safety procedures and guidelines are properly adhered to. Inform appropriate management and floor engineers of potential electrical/mechanical problems and inherent dangers involved. Attend and participate in all safety, staff, etc. meetings and activities. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Indirect supervision of contractor work on projects and floor engineers when troubleshooting equipment QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • Extensive hands-on PLC programming experience including new design and installation startups • Must thoroughly understand and have experience interfacing PLC’s with: AC/DC and servo drives, instrumentation, sensors, bar code readers, and HMI. • Experience programming and replacing various operator interfaces including: PanelView/ PanelView+ • Thorough understanding of drive parameters and how to apply them on the plant floor: Entering basic motor nameplate data, 2-wire/3-wire control, dynamic braking, DC Hold, drive tuning, scaling analog inputs and outputs. • Ability to interpret existing drive wiring and parameters from one brand and retrofit with another • Ability to develop HMI applications beyond simple buttons and data entry boxes. Examples of this include but are not limited to: utilizing parameter files and a single screen to operate duplicate devices, macro’s, VBA, and various proprietary scripting • Extensive background with Controls networking: DeviceNet, Ethernet/IP, Serial-over-Ethernet, Hart, DH+, RS232, DH485 • Ability to troubleshoot Multi-PLC messaging between different classes of PLC’s: SLC 5/03-4-5, PLC5/40, ControLogix • Through knowledge of communications software: RSlinx Classic, RSlinx Enterprise, and RSNetWorx products • Basic understanding of DCOM and computer security • Ability to provide network troubleshooting using: BOOTP, ARP, PING, ROUTE, IPCONFIG, DHCP, and SNMP • Good understanding of Ethernet managed switches in a controls environment and basic understanding of routers • Ability to support SCADA data collection systems used to collect plant floor information. • Ability to write simple SQL queries against a database within Excel • Working knowledge of implementing and tuning PID loops to control industrial processes • Must be able to work well with all levels of personnel from equipment operators to upper management, both individually and in a team environment • This position requires an organized individual, who is self-motivated and can work independently EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: • 1 to 2 years of previous experience with troubleshooting and programming PLC's (preferably Allen Bradley) • Prior experience in a protein/dairy manufacturing facility • Ability to interpret blueprints and schematics • Must have own set of tools (non-negotiable) • Training with PLC, HMI, Visual Basic, etc. • Strong background in industrial communication with the ability to design, install, and troubleshoot Ethernet/IP, DeviceNet, DH+, Hart, RS232, and DH485 etc. • Ability to install operating systems and Industrial applications on Microsoft Windows XP, 2000-2003 server, Windows 7 • AutoCAD Mechanical, Electrical, and Inventor drawing skills preferred • Experience with Client/Server architecture, VM’s, SQL databases, RSSQL, and Ignition by Inductive Automation is a plus CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: • RSLogic 500 and RSLogix 5000 Programming • Fanuc Handling Tool or Pallet Tool • RSview Supervisory Edition PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT: 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • Ability to work in overhead structures, work beneath machines and in close quarters performing analysis and repair work. • Must be highly safety conscious • Exposed to high voltage electricity • Ability to lift in-excess of 50lbs 3NOpGQNuZI
See More Details >>Becoming an electrician in Ponca City, OK, typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships in the area last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 400 electricians in Oklahoma, with wages averaging around $1,000 per week. Trade schools, unions, and local platforms help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential, often exceeding $54,000 annually for experienced professionals.
