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What’s the role
As an Instrument Inspector, you will be a member of the Process Automation Control & Optimization (PACO) Team within the Asset’s Technology Department. Also, you will work closely with and share responsibility with the Instrument Specialists and Instrument Team lead for the overall technical assurance of the plant Instrumentation. In the assets run and maintain phase, your focus will be day-to-day 2nd level maintenance technical support for complex situational and reliability problems related to field instrumentation.
You will work closely with the Instrument Maintenance Team to support effective and cost-efficient Instrument maintenance.
Accountabilities:
You will act as a direct liaison between the technology and maintenance organizations. You are also expected to take a lead role in troubleshooting, determining root cause of complex field instrumentation failures, data acquisition problems and developing technically sound solutions
Support and assist in maintaining the PM library and will contribute to develop detailed PM texts (maintenance procedures) for field instrumentation and 3rd package systems
Will bring forward and implement programs/procedures to maintain field instrumentation reliability
Condition monitoring and predictive analysis/maintenance recommendations with Instrument Asset Management System (iAMS) or other data acquisition systems
You will be responsible for the execution of the Management of Change work process for reliability related improvements/changes with approval of the Instrument Team Lead
Participates in incident investigations related to field instrumentation
Contributes directly to finding root cause and resolution of bad actors
Acts as mentor and 2nd level support to Instrument maintenance technicians
Active in developing training material for I&E technicians
Continue to meet existing industry standards as well as changing requirements from Regulatory and recognized governing Industry Standards (e.g. IEC-61511)
Recommends equipment upgrades and replacements when situations warrant it, such as high cost of maintainability, Obsolescence, loss of vendor support and more effective technological breakthroughs,
You will participate in Factory Acceptance Tests & Site Acceptance Tests (as required)
Responsible for supporting the update of the central repository for instrument database (SPI) with data sheets, wiring drawings, etc. with changes during CSU/early Run & maintain
Provides support in the maintenance of the instrument Function Location (FLOC) structure in GSAP with right hierarchy and cost centers
Works with SIS Focal and other MEC focals to capture the Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for instrumentation based on maintenance and overall performance
Shares in the collective responsibility of ensuring instrument reliability and correct instrument configurations in the site’s iAMS system
May be called in outside normal working hours to assist Instrument maintenance technicians as emergency situations occur
What we need from you
Must have legal authorization to work in the US on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employer
Associates or equivalent degree in chemical, electrical, mechanical or Instrumentation with demonstrated leadership, knowledge and practical field instrumentation experience
With at least 10 years of experience with different type of field instrumentation, basic process control system (BPCS), Safety Instrumented System (SIS), environmental condition monitoring systems and Instrument Asset Management System (iAMS)
Experience with maintaining and calibrating the Safety Instrumented Functions (SIFs)/SIL instrument loops, final control elements (on/off valves, control valves, louvers, motor starters, etc.), fire & gas detectors, custody transfer measurement, weight scales/load cells is a plus
Experience in a manufacturing or technical support environment
Experience in olefins plants and/or in the polymer plants (PE, PPE, etc.) is a plus
Knowledge of different industry protocols for field instruments such as HART, Modbus, Profibus, etc
Responsible for reliability and overall manage equipment care (MEC) in a process unit for a multitude of field instrumentation and different measurement technologies; not limited to Pressure, flow, level, temperature, density, speed, vibration, weight measurement, signal conditioning systems, data acquisition systems, control valves, automated on/off valves, motor control starters, fire & gas detectors.
Extensive focus will be on condition monitoring / predictive maintenance for instrumentation and control systems.
The base salary range for this position is $101,000.00 - $151,000.00 per year. Individual pay will be based on various factors, such as relevant work experience, education, certifications, skill level, seniority, and internal equity.
For regular full-time or regular part-time employees of the Company (participating companies as listed in the Summary Plan Description), insurance coverage options include medical, dental, vision coverage, life Insurance, Business Travel Accident Insurance, and Occupational Accidental Death Benefit programs. Employees also participate in a company pension plan and a 401(k) plan. Paid leave includes up to 6 weeks of paid vacation time, up to 11 paid holidays, and parental leave offering 16 weeks of paid leave to birthing mothers, and 8 weeks of paid leave for non-birthing parents.
Additionally, employees are eligible for disability leave for up to 52 weeks at 100% or 50% of base pay. Shell also offers other compensation such financial reimbursement for adoption, wellness, education, and personal learning expenses, and some roles are eligible for discretionary long-term incentives. For interns, eligible benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, Business Travel Accident Insurance, and Occupational Accidental Death Benefit programs; participation in a 401(k) plan; and paid leave for up to 11 paid holidays. Additional information on Shell’s US benefit programs can be found at https://www.shell.us/careers/about-careers-at-shell/rewards-and-benefits.html
Company description
Shell is a global group of energy and petrochemical companies with about 84,000 employees across more than 70 countries. We aim to meet the world’s growing need for more and cleaner energy solutions in ways that are economically, environmentally, and socially responsible. We have expertise in exploration, production, refining and marketing of oil and natural gas, and the manufacturing and marketing of chemicals.
As a global energy company operating in a challenging world, we set high standards of performance and ethical behaviors. We are judged by how we act and how we live up to our core values of honesty, integrity, and respect for people. Our Business Principles are based on these. They promote trust, openness, teamwork, and professionalism, as well as pride in what we do and how we conduct business.
Building on our core values, we aspire to sustain a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone feels respected and valued, from our employees to our customers and partners. A diverse workforce and an inclusive work environment are vital to our success, leading to greater innovation and better energy solutions.
An innovative place to work
There’s never been a more exciting time to work at Shell. Everyone here is helping solve one of the biggest challenges facing the world today: bringing the benefits of energy to everyone on the planet, while managing the risks of climate change.
Join us and you’ll add your talent and imagination to a business with the power to shape the future – whether by investing in renewables, exploring new ways to store energy or developing technology that helps the world to use energy more efficiently.
An inclusive place to work
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We’re creating a space where people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, workplace adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Feel free to let us know about your circumstances when you apply and we’ll take it from there.
We’re closing the gender gap – whether that’s through action on equal pay or by enabling more women to reach senior roles in engineering and technology.
We’re striving to be a pioneer of an inclusive and diverse workplace, promoting equality for employees regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.
We consider ourselves a flexible employer and want to support you in finding the right balance. We encourage you to discuss this with us in your application.
A rewarding place to work
Combine our creative, collaborative environment and global operations with an impressive range of benefits and joining Shell becomes an inspired career choice.
We’re huge advocates for career development. We’ll encourage you to try new roles and experience new settings. By pushing people to reach their potential, we frequently help them find skills they never knew they had, or make career moves they never thought possible.
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