Instrumentation & Control Tech (I&C)

Solstice Consulting Group is seeking an Instrumentation & Control (I&C) Tech for our specialty chemicals client located in West Memphis, AR.

- 5+ years I&C Tech experience required

- Bachelors Degree a plus

- IN OFFICE ROLE at company manufacturing location in West Memphis plus up to 10% domestic travel

- Hourly rate up to $32 / hour DOE plus OT and bonus opportunity and benefits

This role serves as an Instrument & Control Tech (I&C) for Specialty Chemicals focused primarily for the oil & gas sector. Work is hands on in nature and relies on experience and independent judgment to perform the functions of the job.

Responsibilities:

Install, configure, and maintain industrial automation hardware, including PLC modules, I/O cards, communication networks, and field instrumentation.

Perform advanced troubleshooting on instrumentation loops, control systems, and automation networks to quickly resolve system faults and minimize downtime.

Conduct routine calibration and verification of transmitters, control valves, analyzers, and safety instrumentation to ensure measurement accuracy and compliance.

Execute preventive and predictive maintenance on all instrumentation and control assets using CMMS work order systems.

Support the integration of SCADA system upgrades, network expansions, and communication protocol conversions (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Profibus, etc.).

Assist engineering teams in developing and implementing SIL (Safety Integrity Level) and functional safety requirements for critical control systems.

Perform loop checks, I/O verification, and functional testing during system startups, shutdowns, and plant turnarounds.

Inspect, maintain, and troubleshoot control valves, actuators, positioners, solenoids, and pneumatic systems for proper operation.

Ensure all instrumentation installations follow NEC, ISA, and NEMA guidelines, with proper wiring, shielding, and environmental protection.

Maintain instrumentation spare parts inventory and recommend upgrades or replacements to enhance system reliability.

Participate in HAZOPs, PSSRs, MOCs, and other process safety activities by providing instrumentation-focused technical expertise.

Support cybersecurity safeguards on automation systems by assisting with patching, network segmentation, and access control procedures.

Document all maintenance activities, calibration records, wiring changes, and control logic modifications for audit readiness and traceability.

Provide 24/7 technical support or on-call coverage during critical operations, outages, or equipment failures as required.

REQUIREMENTS:

- 5+ years of I&C tech experience required

- Bachelors Degree a plus

- Experience with chemicals in a plant/manufacturing facility preferred

TECHNICAL EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:

- Allen Bradley Studio 5000

- Factory Talk View S.E and Factory Talk M.E

- Wonderware Scada Software

- AutoCAD

- Microsoft and SQL Server experience preferred