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Senior Instrumentation & Controls SpecialistTrinseo • Florence, KY, United States
Senior Instrumentation & Controls Specialist

Senior Instrumentation & Controls Specialist

Trinseo • Florence, KY, United States
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Senior Instrumentation & Controls Specialist

iCIMS Job ID

2025-3831

# of Openings

Job Family

Manufacturing & Engineering

Workplace Type

On-Site

Overview

Trinseo is a different kind of global materials company - at the intersection of people, technology, and customers. We are a world leader in the production of plastics and latex binders. Our culture is built on passion and innovation.

A career at Trinseo presents a unique opportunity to work in a highly collaborative environment. Helping customers solve their most complex material challenges is the reason we come to work each day. We are seeking innovative thinkers - ready to tackle any challenge and passionate about delivering value.

As a global materials solutions provider focused on delivering innovative and sustainable solutions to our customers, we need people to feel respected and included so they can be more creative, innovative, and successful. We strive to create workplaces that reflect all communities and customers we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. That's why we're fully committed to inclusion across race, gender, age, religion, identity, and experience to drive us forward every day.

Overview (Scope of Role)

The Senior Instrumentation & Controls Specialist will perform duties under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor with technical support from the Instrument & Controls Engineer to maintain the plant's instrumentation and controls systems at peak operating conditions. Leadership of the other I&C Specialists daily activities as well as mentoring their skills is a key part of this position. This position makes decisions based upon sound maintenance practices and business needs assessment.

This will be an onsite position at our Florence, KY location.

Responsibilities

Leadership Responsibilities :

The Senior Instrumentation & Controls Specialist is responsible for ensuring that all instrument calibrations and batching system performance checks are completed in a timely manner and results reported to appropriate personnel.

  • The Senior Instrumentation & Controls Specialist will mentor and teach the other I&C Specialist so that consistent testing and calibrations are obtained by each associate.
  • The Senior Instrumentation & Controls Specialist will also direct the technical troubleshooting of plant equipment with the other I&C Specialists.
  • Coordinate work planning and scheduling with the Maintenance Supervisor

Participate in the execution of controls related capital projects.

Primary Responsibilities :

  • Perform instrument calibrations - adjust or replace instrument as needed
  • Perform batching system performance checks to verify system is operating within tolerances
  • Maintain appropriate documentation as required in the instrumentation calibration program
  • Assists in the development and implementation of processes needed to maintain the controls system at 'World Class' standards
  • Participate on large project teams in the development of control / instrumentation system specifications and support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) of new equipment systems
  • Lead the development and execution of small projects that are electrical / controls in nature.
  • As well as being an Instrumentation & Controls Specialist the position also requires the ability and knowledge to perform the following tasks. This includes but is not limited to :
  • Perform system start-ups and operational checkouts on systems including configuration, wiring, calibration, grounding and power testing

  • Reload and reboot PLC to restore faulted equipment
  • Perform preventative maintenance and routine inspections
  • Provide hardware and software application support assistance to engineers, maintenance and production.
  • Setup and configure replacement electronic and controls components to fit specific applications
  • Specify, organize and maintain adequate spare parts and modules for control and instrumentation systems
  • Tune automatic feedback control loops using PID controllers
  • Utilize technical materials such as equipment manuals, SDS, safety materials, system drawings, Process and Instrument Diagrams (P&ID's), electrical schematics, PLC ladder logic and blue prints to troubleshoot and maintain systems
  • Qualifications

    Experience and Education

  • Documented training in control and instrumentation troubleshooting, calibration, and maintenance
  • A minimum of 5 years industrial manufacturing experience.
  • Chemical manufacturing experience is preferred
  • Track record of increased technical competence and responsibilities
  • The ideal candidate will be proficient in process control and instrumentation including :
  • Instrumentation including temperature, pressure, level, flow and mass density

  • GE & Allen-Bradley Control Logix PLC's
  • Emerson DeltaV DCS
  • Industrial Networking : Profibus, Modbus, AS-i Bus, Foundation FieldBUS
  • HMI's : Wonderware and Panelviews
  • VFD, Servo and motion controls
  • Database architecture and system interfaces
  • Demonstrated Skills

  • The Senior Instrumentation & Controls Specialist demonstrated skills will be :
  • Demonstrated knowledge and ability to calibrate industrial instrumentation
  • Demonstrated knowledge and ability to interpret and troubleshoot electrical / electronic circuits
  • Demonstrated knowledge of Distributed Control Systems and Programmable Logic Control Systems. This shall include the ability to read & troubleshoot PLC ladder logic
  • Demonstrated ability to solve problems, troubleshoot complicated process control systems, apply root cause failure techniques and make appropriate changes to avoid future reoccurrences
  • Exceptional troubleshooting skills
  • Knowledgeable and able to use the maintenance dept. CMMS, preferably MVP One. Entry of work requests and completion of assigned work orders with feedback comments is required.
  • Demonstrated ability to utilize MS-Excel to analyze data and other computer applications such as MS-Word, MS-PowerPoint, Mini-Tab and e-mail
  • Capable of interfacing with all levels of the workforce, laterally as well as vertically (exempt and non-exempt), operations, maintenance, management, plant engineering, contractors, and vendors in a courteous and professional manner
  • Demonstrated ability to give clear, concise communications regarding background information, observations, and conclusions with recommendations on corrective actions
  • Demonstrated leadership skills that includes strong initiative and ability to work with minimum supervision
  • Behavioral :

  • The Senior Instrumentation & Controls Specialist key behaviors will be :
  • Highly Motivated Self Starter
  • Attention to Detail
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks at once
  • Exceptional Time Management Skills
  • Good Communication Skills In English (Written and Verbal)
  • Team Orientation (Collaborate with plant leadership, users and team members)
  • Equity And Inclusion

    With our expanding global presence, cross-cultural insight and competence are essential for our ongoing success. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes different perspectives and creative ideas that enable us to continue to improve every day. Race, gender, ethnicity, country of origin, age, personal style, sexual orientation, physical ability, religion, life experiences and many more factors contribute to this diversity.

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