Instrument & Control (I&C) Technician

at  ITM Power PLC

JOIN OUR MISSION

ITM is in the midst of a transformative phase, focusing on streamlined delivery and operational excellence. We’re seeking talented individuals who share our passion for clean energy and our drive to make a tangible impact on the world’s transition to net-zero.
You will be working with an inspiring bunch of people, encouraging each other to be the best we can. We’ve come a long way, join us in the next step of our incredible journey!

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

• Time served engineer qualified to HNC/HND or higher qualification
• Working knowledge of PLC based control systems
• Understanding of Health and Safety including permit to works, LOTO and RAMS procedures would be beneficial
• HART instrumentation
• 3 or more years in a comparable role, involving industrial control and automation systems
• Experience in start-up, commissioning or service of industrial plant
• Mechanical or Electrical background
• Electrical work and using circuit diagrams and drawings
• Fault-finding and troubleshooting
• Siemens S7 PLCs, VSDs, HMIs and ladder logic
• LV authorised person
• Working with safety systems
• Ability to interpret/manipulate/download Siemens PLC code (desired but not essential experience of Siemens S7 controller and TIA portal) be able to identify code issues/bugs. Read & correctly interpret electrical drawings identifying any prototyping production issues as part of a continuous quality improvement loop.
• Experience of DCS networks and SCADA server systems
• Fault finding skills and experience of PLC/MCCB Panel Wiring, PLC controlled invertor drives, intrinsic barriers, current monitoring relays, reporting issues as part of a continuous quality improvement loop
• Skills, experience & qualifications in Industrial electrics, 415 VAC 3 Phase, VDC power electronics. (desirable but not essential, experience and qualifications of MVAC Grid Systems). Liaising with electrical industrial contractors
• Skills & Experience of process instrumentation, 4 – 20mA HART, Profibus, Modbus communications.
• Completing technical documentation to a high quality & standard identifying syntax and informational errors as part of a continuous quality improvement loop.
• Desired background of working within either process gas/petrochemical/ water demineralisation plant & ATEX/DSEAR environments

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to quickly learn new process control & automation technology
• Ability to understand and work from technical drawings and documentation
• Ability to problem solve and think outside the box
• Strong organisational skills, be self-motivated
• Enjoy working in a team environment
• A can-do attitude and a willingness to maintain project progress
• Attention to detail and a methodical approach to work is essential for this role
• Excellent communication skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work within a team environment
• Be confident and willing to engage with the ability to work under own initiative
• Seize opportunities, share essential knowledge within the team to improve staff competencies as part of joint departmental goals
• Comfortable working both indoors and outdoors in all weather & lighting conditions and occasionally taking on additional tasks outside of the job description as part of a one company approach
• Flexible approach to working hours and overtime as per the requirements of the business

• Commission, troubleshoot and calibrate control and instrumentations systems
• Use software to download programmes and to perform IO testing
• Perform loop and alarm testing
• Use electrical systems for fault finding in order to find a resolution
• Perform safety system testing in line with FAT1 testing
• Complete all relevant documentation of testing and commissioning records
• Support and perform witnessed testing for clients/third parties
• Feedback issues or opportunities in order to facilitate continuous improvement
• Support the test department in running plant during FAT2 processes
• Record test results and failure accurately, identifying faults and correct as required
• Ensure faults are to be logged and recorded. All changes will need to be tracked and auditable
• Feedback concerns and failures to the relevant teams
• Create and review RAMS as required as well as other safety documentation
• Fully operate the test bays and all associated electrical requirements
• Follow all quality control plans with an excellent level of understanding throughout
• Use and work with logic flow diagrams, P & ID and any other information required
• Communicate when required with key stakeholders as well as any other departments
• Prioritise workloads dependent on project and business needs
• Visit sites when required to complete testing and fault finding.
• Champion all things relating to Safety, Quality, Cost and Delivery. This will include process improvements and the elimination of waste/inefficiencies