Instrumentation and Electrical Lead Technician

Instrumentation and Electrical Lead Technician

IMI plc – We are a global specialist engineering company that creates breakthrough solutions. We are curious and like to solve problems, partnering with our customers to address today’s demands and prepare for tomorrow’s challenges. We embrace innovation and aim to deliver good outcomes for business, everyday life, and a better world.

We design, build and service highly engineered products in fluid and motion control applications across five market sectors:
Industrial Automation, Process Automation, Climate Control, Life Science, and Transport. Our partnership approach reduces complexity and fosters innovation by collaborating closely with customers, listening, and thinking differently.

Field Service Engineer – Specializing in industrial automation systems. Responsible for commissioning, troubleshooting, and maintaining electro‑hydraulic control systems across global industrial sites.

Location: Houston (frequent travel across the U.S., with some international assignments)

Travel Commitment: Approx. 210 days/year, average assignments of 30 days per site.

Training: Up to 2–3 months of global training.

• Perform on‑site service activities: installation, commissioning, and maintenance of control systems.
• Interpret electrical, hydraulic, and P&.
• Diagnose and resolve faults in PLC‑controlled electro‑hydraulic systems, control cabinets, and process loops.
• Configure and troubleshoot industrial communication networks including Modbus and Ethernet.
• Program and modify PLC and HMI systems, primarily Rockwell and Siemens platforms.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure system integrity and performance.
• Maintain detailed service reports and documentation.
• Coordinate teams of technicians for electro‑hydraulic system maintenance.
• Maintain daily customer communications to ensure timely assignment execution.
• Track daily costs and billable hours.
• Provide troubleshooting support to customers.
• Ensure safe execution of activities, including lock‑out/tag‑out and Job Hazard Analysis.

• Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline; bachelor’s degree preferred but extensive experience is acceptable.
• Strong knowledge of electrical, hydraulic schematics, and P&.
• Hands‑on experience with industrial hydraulic systems and communication protocols.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot complex control systems.
• Proficient in PLC/HMI programming (Rockwell, Siemens).
• Good stress management, problem‑solving, and teamwork skills.
• Fluent in English (spoken and written).

• Fit to climb several flights of stairs, ladders, and work at heights.
• Capable of lifting light tools and components.
• Must comply with all safety standards and pass background checks and drug screening.

• Valid TWIC to access refinery and port facilities.
• Valid passport for international travel.
• Participation in ongoing random drug testing (oral swab, urinalysis, hair follicle) per refinery site requirements.

• Multiple health plans: HMO, PPO, HDHP.
• Best‑in‑class 401(k) plan with zero vesting and up to 6% contribution matching.
• 14‑week maternity leave at full pay (adoption benefits equivalent).
• 4‑week paternity leave at full pay (adoption benefits equivalent).
• Employee Resource Groups (Pride Network, Women’s Network).
• PTO with inclusive holidays.
• Career development (IMI’s ‘Catalyst’ Program).
• Employer contribution to Health Savings Account; free virtual telemedicine and teletherapy.
• Mental health and wellness programs.
• Voluntary benefits: critical illness, hospital indemnity, legal insurance, identity theft protection, pet and home/auto insurance through discount platform.
• Short- and long-term disability and basic life insurance at 2x base salary, free of charge.
• Free financial advisors, webinars, classes (Charles Schwab).
• Annual Employee Stock Purchase Plan with reduced employee‑only price.

The physical demands described in this job are required to perform essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. Please contact your local HR representative for more information on work conditions and physical requirements.

All employees must comply with HSE procedures, challenge unsafe behaviors, and uphold the company’s Code of Ethics.

IMI is an equal‑opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.