E&I Maintenance Technician, Process Controls, Lafayette

About Primient

Primient is a century old company with an entrepreneurial spirit. We are a leading producer of food and industrial ingredients made from plant-based, renewable sources. We deliver value through deep technical, commercial, and operational excellence that is backed by our long-standing corn wet milling heritage. Wherever we are in the process, from field to customer, our priorities are focused on ensuring we produce the safest, highest quality products through practices that uphold both our responsibility and commitments to the challenge and drive for excellence, our people and our planet. We are a privately held company with locations across the US, Mexico, Poland, and Brazil. We’re investing in our plants and people to unlock our potential in the industrial and food sectors. Guided by our values of Safety, Excellence, Integrity, and Growth, we’re focused on growing our business, our reputation, and the career of every teammate.

Electrical

• Power Systems & Distribution
• Experience with AC and DC voltages: 161kV, 13.2kV, 4160V, 480V, 277V, 240/120V, 24V, and 12V.
• Main substation switching - 13.2kV to 480V distribution operations.
• Main yard switching and safe handling of high-voltage power equipment and switches 161kV to 13.8kV.
• Expertise with Siemens Allis 1600A and 3200A breakers, as well as fuse sizing and breaker sizing.
• Grounding, arc fault cleaning, and arc flash safety practices, including full competency in Arc Flash PPE up to 40Cal suits.
• Motor Systems & Starters
• Wiring and troubleshooting 480V starter buckets, 4160V synchronous motor starters, and general motor wiring.
• Proficiency in motor testing, motor sizing, and advanced fault troubleshooting.
• Skilled in motor starters - wye/delta starters, autotransformers, soft starts, part winding, vfd’s.
• Control Systems & Drives
• Control wiring installation, repair, and troubleshooting.
• Reading and interpreting wiring schematics.
• Proficiency in Siemens, Allen-Bradley (AB), and ABB variable frequency drives (VFDs).
• PLC wiring and troubleshooting, including communication protocols and communication troubleshooting.
• Competence in low voltage controls and advanced troubleshooting techniques.
• Testing & Reliability
• Circuit testing, conductive testing, and high-voltage testing.
• Overload and wire sizing calculations for safe system design.
• Infrared scanning for preventive maintenance.
• Skilled with diagnostic tools such as the Fluke II 900.
• Expertise in fault locating, failure root cause analysis, and serving as a failure investigations resource.
• Providing leadership in electrical reliability programs.

• Field Electrical Work
• Installation and maintenance of heat trace systems and lighting systems.
• HV and MV cable terminations.
• Conduit bending, wire pulling, and rigging for heavy electrical equipment.
• Working with generators and related switching equipment.

Instrumentation

• Transmitters & Measurement Devices
• Pressure, level, temperature, flow, pH, conductivity and dissolved oxygen (DO) transmitters.
• Proficiency in calibration, configuration, and troubleshooting.
• Valves & Actuators
• Analog valves and digital valves installation and tuning.
• Expertise in gas valves and control systems related to burner operations.
• Switches & Safety Devices
• Pressure, temperature, flow, level, limit, and explosion-proof switches.
• Advanced knowledge of safety interlocks and fail-safe systems.
• Actuation Systems
• Pneumatic and hydraulic cylinders, troubleshooting and integration into automated systems.
• Burner management systems commissioning, troubleshooting, and compliance.
• Instrumentation Reliability
• Preventive and predictive maintenance to ensure instrumentation integrity.
• Skilled in tubing bending and installing for process instrumentation.

Systems, Software & Analytical Tools

• Proficiency in SAP for maintenance management (CMMS) and PI Vision for process monitoring and data analysis. Integration of instrumentation with PLC and control systems for optimized plant performance.

Additional Competencies

• Serve as an E&I Trainer, mentoring and developing junior technicians.
• Knowledge in both electrical and instrumentation reliability programs.
• Participate in failure investigations and provide technical expertise for root cause analysis.
• Strict adherence to safety regulations, with professional competence in arc flash protection, lockout/tagout, and hazard analysis.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• 3+ years’ experience in industrial Electrical & Instrumentation
• Advanced knowledge of high, medium, and low voltage systems.
• Proficiency with both electrical power distribution and process instrumentation systems in heavy industrial environments.
• Demonstrated success in troubleshooting complex issues, leading reliability initiatives, and training others.
• Strong analytical skills

Physical Requirements

• Lift up to 55 lbs without assistance
• Climb ladders (up to 15 ft) and multiple flights of stairs
• Stand for up to 1 hour without sitting
• Perform bending and twisting motions
• Work flexible schedules and respond to on-call needs

Work Environment

• Exposure to mechanical parts, vibration, airborne particles, and loud noise
• Work in both industrial and office settings
• Outdoor work in inclement weather, heat, humidity, and dust
• Use of standard office equipment (computers, phones, etc.)

Total Rewards

Starting pay of $44.78/hr + overtime with opportunity to advance with our pay for skill system.

We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

• Competitive Pay
• Multiple Healthcare plan choices
• Dental and vision insurance
• A 401(k) plan with company and matching contributions
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Life, AD&D, and Voluntary Insurance plans
• Paid holidays & vacation
• Floating days off
• Parental leave for new parents
• Employee resource groups
• Learning & development programs
• Fun culture where you have an opportunity in shaping our future

Career Path & Culture

Primient is committed to a workplace that is all in - ensuring everyone has the opportunity to develop and shape a career that matters in an open culture which embraces equity, diversity and belonging. We challenge old ways of thinking; and encourage employee voices to be a guiding force for ongoing learning.

Primient supports a culture of inclusion that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe our differences make better decisions, drive excellence, and deliver better business results. Primient employees experience autonomy and accountability in their role. Here, employees control their destiny as there is opportunity for career growth and pathways outside the norm.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging

We are believers in the power of difference. We strive to represent the communities in which we operate and to provide an inclusive, welcoming environment for all. We want Primient to be a place where every employee feels they belong and knows they are seen, heard, valued and safe to speak up. Our aspiration is to unlock the full potential in diverse perspectives, while offering everyone an equal chance to grow,

Primient is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce.

California Consumer Privacy Act ('CCPA')

The Company is committed to complying with the California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”) and all data privacy and laws in the jurisdictions in which it recruits and hires employees. We collect the following categories of personal information for the purpose of hiring the best qualified applicants and to comply with applicable employment laws: Name and contact information; Job preference and work availability; Social Security Number and/or other identification information; Education and qualifications; Employment history and experience; Military service; Reference and background check information, including relevant criminal history and credit history; Social media information; Pre-employment test results; Post-offer medical examination information and results, including drug test results; Voluntary self-disclosure information regarding minority, veteran, and disability status; and Information provided by you during the hiring process.