NAES Corporation

Instrumentation, Controls and Electrical (IC&E) Technician

NAES Corporation$89K — $112K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of hands-on experience in instrumentation, control systems, and electrical equipment maintenance.
  • Proficient in managing electrical components (motors, generators, transformers) across varying voltage systems (12VAC to 4160VAC).
  • Skilled in diagnosing DCS, PLC, and turbine control systems.
  • Knowledgeable in NERC compliance regulations and training requirements.
  • Strong problem-solving and teamwork abilities in complex I&C issues.
  • Proficient with hand and power tools and technical documentation interpretation.
  • Valid U.S. driver's license, must maintain good standing.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair instrumentation and electrical systems to ensure power generation reliability.
  • Inspect and install electrical components, executing tasks safely across different voltage systems.
  • Calibrate and recommission control valves and instrumentation devices.
  • Diagnose issues in DCS, PLC, and turbine control systems effectively.
  • Participate in emergency call-out responses and planned outages.
  • Assist in training on electrical safety protocols and hazardous waste management.
  • Keep accurate records of equipment and documentation to support maintenance activities.

Benefits

  • Participation in a fitness for duty program including physical examinations and drug screenings.
  • Work in a collaborative maintenance team environment fostering reliability and safety.
  • Regular Monday to Friday schedule with the potential for overtime and call-ins as needed.
Full Job Description
The Dogwood Energy Facility, located near Pleasant Hill in Cass County, Missouri, approximately 35 miles southeast of Kansas City, operates within the northern SPP reliability council region. The plant operates a 2x1 configuration featuring Siemens Westinghouse 501F gas turbines, Toshiba HRSGs, and a Toshiba steam turbine. The facility maintains a strong reliability culture and a collaborative maintenance team environment.

Opportunity Summary

The Instrumentation, Controls, and Electrical (IC&E) Technician at the Dogwood Energy Facility is a hands-on role responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing plant instrumentation, control systems, and electrical equipment to ensure safe and reliable power generation. This role includes inspection, testing, calibration, installation, and repair of electronic and electrical systems across the facility. The IC&E Technician also supports NERC compliance and environmental programs by completing required training and assisting with inspections and documentation.

Your scope of responsibility as IC&E Technicianwill include the following primary functions:

  • Perform corrective, preventive, and predictive maintenance on plant instrumentation, control systems, electrical equipment, and critical backup systems.
  • Inspect, repair, and install various electrical components, including motors, generators, transformers, switches, control equipment, wiring, electrical signals, communication systems, protective relaying devices, and storage batteries. Work with electrical systems ranging from 12VAC to 4160VAC, as well as DC systems up to 125VDC.
  • Troubleshoot, calibrate, and recommission control valves and instrumentation including temperature, pressure, flow, and level devices.
  • Diagnose and resolve issues with DCS, PLC, and turbine control systems.
  • Perform electrical isolations in accordance with industry standards and safety procedures and assist in training others in electrical safety programs.
  • Participate in call-out response for plant emergencies and forced outages as needed.
  • Support cross-functional maintenance activities during outages and critical plant needs.
  • Support the Dogwood Energy NERC Compliance Program, including the annual completion of required NERC standards training.
  • Assist in hazardous waste management, including completing hazardous waste awareness training and conducting documented inspections of waste accumulation areas.
  • Maintain accurate equipment files, logs, and drawings for designated equipment.
  • Support spare parts inventory and material control activities, including assisting with physical inventory counts, to maintain plant reliability.
  • Maintain and update technical manuals, drawings, and preventive maintenance documentation.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.


NAES Safe

Safety is a core value at NAES, and as a condition of employment, all employees are expected to remain mentally alert and work safely at all times. Employees must also adhere to all safety warnings and posted signs while on company property. Additionally, they are required to follow all NAES safety rules and procedures. Adherence to these safety responsibilities is one of the key factors in the evaluation of each employee's performance.

Working Relationships

The IC&E Technician reports directly to the Maintenance Manager and receives general direction from plant management. This role also involves working with the utility on matters related to daily plant operations. Additionally, the IC&E Technician coordinates with contractors and original equipment manufacturer (OEM) personnel to ensure proper support and collaboration.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Physical requirements include standing for extended periods of time, climbing stairs and ladders, working from elevated platforms and walkways at varying heights, and routinely lifting up to 50 pounds.

Power plant environment that may involve entering confined spaces, crawling through narrow areas, and handling hazardous materials, with exposure to fumes, extreme temperatures, and noise. Work may include high heat near equipment and varying outdoor weather conditions.

Some duties may require the use of protective equipment, which can include hard hats, safety glasses, and eye protection, air masks/respirators, ear protection, chemical suits, flame-resistant clothing (FRC), hot gloves, high-voltage protective gear, and fall protection. Fit testing for respirators may be required. Strict smoking restrictions apply in and around the facility.

Fitness for Duty

All personnel will participate in the Fitness for Duty Program, which includes a post-offer physical examination, drug screening, and post-employment random drug screening.

Work Schedule

The IC&E Technician works a standard Monday to Friday day shift schedule, ensuring consistent plant operation and support during regular business hours. Position requires extended working hours and varied shifts with the possibility of weekend and holiday work, as required by schedules, workload, and plant conditions. This position may occasionally require availability for call-ins.

Compensation

This position offers a base pay rate ranging from $43 to $54 per hour, along with an annual performance bonus and overtime opportunities.

Core Qualifications

We are seeking a qualified Instrumentation, Controls, and Electrical (IC&E) Technician with hands-on experience in power generation operations and maintenance. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong technical skills, a commitment to safety, and the ability to contribute effectively to a team supporting reliable plant performance.

Required Experience and Skills

  • Extensive hands-on experience maintaining and troubleshooting instrumentation, control systems, and electrical equipment in power generation, industrial, or military facilities, with responsibility for complex system repairs and reliability support.
  • Proficiency in inspecting, repairing, and installing electrical components, including motors, generators, transformers, switches, control equipment, wiring, and protective relaying devices, with experience working on systems ranging from 12VAC to 4,160VAC and DC systems up to 125VDC.
  • Experience diagnosing and resolving issues with DCS, PLC, and turbine control systems.
  • Knowledge of NERC compliance requirements and completion of required annual NERC training.
  • Ability to work independently or collaboratively to troubleshoot complex I&C issues.
  • Competence using hand and power tools, interpreting schematics, and maintaining accurate technical documentation.
  • Strong computer, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Must possess a valid, unrestricted U.S. driver's license and ensure it remains in good standing at all times.


Preferred Education and training

  • An Associate degree in Plant Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, Process Technology, or a related field is preferred.
  • Graduation from an accredited Instrument Technician Program with two years of relevant industry or military experience.


About NAES Corporation

NAES Corporation is a leading provider of operations and maintenance services to the energy industry. They provide services to a wide range of clients, including independent power producers, utilities, and industrial clients. NAES Corporation has over 1,000 employees and operates in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The company was founded in 1980 and is headquartered in Issaquah, Washington.
Learn more about NAES Corporation
Size
1,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$1 million
Founded
1980
5 Year Trend
-10%
Revenue
$100 million

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