Instrument Specialist - Analyzer

Our INVISTA Victoria, TX facility is seeking entrepreneurial, innovative leaders to join the team as an Instrument Specialist-Analyzer.

Our Team

The Instrument Specialist - Analyzer is a key member of the Instrument Reliability Technical Group (IRTG). The Instrument Specialist focused on analyzers will work within a team whose goal is improving the performance of the analyzer equipment in our petrochemical plant by providing technical support, troubleshooting complex scenarios, and the application of new and emerging technology.

The Analyzer Specialist will work closely with the IRTG Engineers and the Analyzer Capability Team for the overall technical assurance of the plant process analyzers and continuous improvement of the Victoria Site Analyzer Program.

The successful candidate will have experience with Process Analyzers, environmental condition monitoring, and familiarity with quality control techniques.

What You Will Do

• Join a highly self-motivated team focused on improving Analyzer Reliability, Development of Analyzer Life Cycle Strategies, and the Implementation of electronic tools for the visibility of analyzer performance and trending

• Lead complex problem-solving and diagnostics, equipment upgrades, detailed troubleshooting, and support critical MOCs and projects

• Implement the appropriate plans to support condition-based monitoring

• Perform Root Cause Analysis (RCA) of critical equipment and bad actors while supporting those implementing the solutions

• Provide technical support for Analyzers including predictive and condition-based maintenance and precision repair practices that meet industry specifications /standards

• Provide Analyzer turnaround scoping input and technical support

• Ensure QA/QC strategies are in place for critical scopes

The goal of the Instrument Specialist-Analyzer is to drive improvements in both Analyzer and process unit availability, thus reducing unplanned events caused by Analyzer failures and ensuring safe work practices.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Associate degree or higher in Instrumentation, Electronics, Process Technology, Engineering, Chemistry, Science, or Technology from an accredited college or university

OR

• Minimum of seven (7) years Analyzer experience in the refinery or chemical facilities

• Must have legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship

What Will Put You Ahead

• Experience with instrumentation condition monitoring

• Experience in GC's (Gas Chromatography) and sample system design and maintenance, PH, Conductivity, O2 Measurement, various ambient air monitors, Environmental monitoring equipment for TCEQ and CEMS requirements

• Experience in troubleshooting general purpose Analyzers and sample system problems

• 10 years or more of reliability experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or military environment

This role is subject to a pre-hire physical abilities test.

This role is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.

This role is subject to the Transportation Workers Identification Credentialing (TWIC) rule and requires the successful candidate to obtain a TWIC identification badge, allowing for unescorted access to the facility within a specific time period.

At Koch Companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value, and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.

Who We Are

As a Koch company, INVISTA has a long history of working to make the world around you a better place. From parts for the automotive industry to medical equipment, airbags, food packaging, and clothing, our ingredients in the nylon 6,6 and polypropylene value chains help bring many of life's essential products to market.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information.