• SEMCO - Engineering Technician II - Electrical

    AltaGas (Port Huron, MI)


    Job Description

    SEMCO - Engineering Technician II - Electrical

     

    Under minimal supervision, the **Electrical Engineering Technician** installs, operates, and maintains the Company’s field SCADA equipment, including RTUs, PLCs, electronic instrumentation, controls, chromatographs, and telecommunications equipment associated with gas measurement and control systems. This role also coordinates and oversees contract electricians for the installation of conduit, wiring, grounding systems, and other electrical components. This position is based on Port Huron, MI.

    Key Responsibilities

    + Install, program, troubleshoot, and maintain electronic measurement and advanced technology systems, including:

    + Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and Remote Telemetry Units (RTUs)

    + Electronic metering field units (hardware and software)

    + Meter pulsers, measurement correction devices, and communication software

    + Pressure and temperature transducers, limit switches, and instrumentation

    + Large compressor control panels and auxiliary equipment

    + Chemical injection process equipment (odorizers)

    + Gas chromatographs and dew point analyzers

    + Electronic pressure regulator and valve controls

    + Install, update, and maintain 24V DC electrical systems and components.

    + Construct and wire electronic enclosures, including mounting, grounding, isolation barriers, IP network communications, 4-20 mA cards, power supply, relays, and fusing.

    + Collaborate with other departments to interface mechanical and electronic equipment and troubleshoot issues.

    + Participate in company training as required.

    Qualifications, Skills & Abilities

    + Minimum High School Diploma or GED required.

    + Minimum 2 years of experience in electrical/control instrumentation.

    + Experience with electronic instrumentation and/or control equipment (certification preferred).

    + Valid driver’s license and ability to comply with the Company’s Safe Driving Policy.

    + Ability to travel on short notice and work in field conditions.

    + Ability to read electrical diagrams and blueprints.

    + Strong analytical skills for troubleshooting circuits and identifying root causes.

    + Effective written and verbal communication skills; ability to work independently or in a team environment.

    + Excellent customer service orientation and ability to maintain a positive work atmosphere.

    + Proficiency in personal computer applications; ability to learn new systems/software as needed.

    + Unwavering commitment to high safety standards and adherence to all Company policies, ethics, and compliance requirements.

     

    We offer a competitive hourly wage of $32.21 to $43.27 per hour for this opportunity, commensurate with experience, education, and skills. We are also proud to provide a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

     

    The Company values diversity in its workforce and encourages United States military veterans and service members who meet the qualifications to apply.

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    **For Canadian hires** : AltaGas hires personnel on the basis of job-related qualifications. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to a person's ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status or disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

    **For U.S. hires** : WGL/SEMCO/AltaGas offers a total rewards package that includes competitive pay, incentive bonus plans, holiday pay, 401K matching and a wide array of benefits. These benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage are designed to help you and your family stay healthy. We also have paid time off (PTO) to balance the demands of your work and personal life. Available benefits vary depending upon the specifics of the role.

     
     

    AltaGas is a leading energy infrastructure company with a footprint in some of North America’s most strategic energy markets. Our strategy is simple: to leverage the strength of our assets and expertise along the energy value chain to connect customers with premier energy solutions – from the well sites of upstream producers to the doorsteps of homes and businesses, and to new markets around the world.