Lead I&E Technician

Job Overview:

Linde is currently seeking a Lead Instrument & Electrical Technician for our newly constructed industrial gas facility in Nederland, TX. This hands-on leadership role reports to the Site Maintenance Manager and works closely with stakeholders to achieve plant reliability goals. The Lead Technician will validate incoming I&E work requests from Operations, formalize scopes, and either perform the work or assign it to other Maintenance Team members. This position also tracks team performance metrics and supports training initiatives.

Responsibilities:

Administrative & Reporting:

• Maintain operating and maintenance history for all equipment using manual and digital tools.
• Prepare and maintain documentation such as Hexagon work requests, work orders, service reports, and equipment calibration records in accordance with Linde IMMS and CMMS systems.
• Monitor I&E documentation performance and report on work order closure rates, schedule breaks, policy compliance, and backlog.
• Facilitate and assist training on Hexagon and ProCal systems for site staff, including Operations.

Technical Duties:

• Troubleshoot, calibrate, and maintain pneumatic, analog, and digital process control instrumentation using PLC data, P&IDs, and schematic wiring diagrams.
• Maintain and repair low voltage electrical systems (600VAC and below); medium voltage experience (up to 13,800V) is a plus.
• Perform and assign maintenance of electrical and electronic control systems, pneumatics, instrumentation, control valves, motor control systems, and analytical equipment.
• Support startup, shutdown, and operations of process plant equipment.
• Calibrate and maintain process analytical equipment such as thermal conductivity analyzers, gas chromatographs, and electrolytic analyzers.
• Ensure spare parts are available, maintained, and replaced/repaired as needed.
• Apply Root Cause Analysis (RCA) methodology to failures and support plant investigations with data analysis and diagnostics.
• Plan and execute expense and capital projects to improve facility availability, reliability, and productivity.
• Maintain a high degree of personal safety and environmental awareness for self, team, and contractors.
• Perform elevated work using ladders, stairways, scaffolding, and man-lifts; operate vehicles, forklifts, and other material handling equipment.

Key Skills:

• Instrumentation troubleshooting and calibration
• Electrical systems maintenance (low and medium voltage)
• PLC diagnostics and interpretation of P&IDs and schematics
• Analytical equipment calibration and maintenance
• Control valve and motor control system maintenance
• CMMS/IMMS proficiency (Hexagon, ProCal, SAP, Maximo)
• RCA and failure investigation
• Project planning and execution
• Spare parts inventory management
• Safety and regulatory compliance
• Technical documentation and reporting
• MS Office and standard software proficiency

Soft Skills:

• Leadership & Team Coordination

• Communication

• Problem Solving

• Adaptability

• Attention To Detail

• Initiative

• Training & Mentorship

• Customer Focus

• Time Management

• Safety Mindset

Qualifications:

• Completion of a formal apprenticeship program or equivalent technical training.
• Associate degree from a technical school preferred.
• Minimum 7+ years of related experience in an industrial environment.
• At least 2+ years of experience leading a single or multi-craft team.
• Proven understanding of regulatory and industrial standards and codes.
• Strong knowledge of control and instrumentation systems.
• Experience with IMMS/CMMS systems (ProCal, Hexagon, SAP, Maximo).
• Proficiency in computers and standard software packages (MS Office, Email).
• On-call availability required for 24/7 operations.

About Linde:

Linde is a leading global industrial gases and engineering company with 2024 sales of $33 billion. We live our mission of making our world more productive every day by providing high-quality solutions, technologies and services which are making our customers more successful and helping to sustain and protect our planet.

Culture:

At Linde, we strive to create a work environment that treats all employees with respect, supports new thoughts and ideas, encourages growth and development, celebrates our differences, and embraces inclusion. Linde is committed to remaining an employer of choice for the diverse, ever-increasing pool of global talent.

For more information about the company and its products and services, please visit www.linde.com.

Benefits:

Linde Gases US offers competitive compensation and an outstanding benefits package. Enjoy access to health, dental, disability, and life insurance, paid holidays and vacation, 401(k) matching, pension benefits, an employee discount program, and opportunities for educational and professional growth. Additional compensation may vary depending on the position and organizational level. Build your future with us while making an impact every day!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other reason prohibited by applicable law.

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