IC&E Technician 3

About ContourGlobal

ContourGlobal is a KKR-backed next-generation Independent Power Producer (IPP) operating across the United States, Latin America, Europe and Africa. The company manages a diversified portfolio of nearly 6 GW of renewable generation, flexible thermal power and battery energy storage assets, providing reliable, dispatchable power solutions that support the transition to a more electrified and sustainable future.

ContourGlobal is transforming into a predominantly renewable power platform through the decarbonization of its thermal fleet and the development of large-scale renewable energy and battery storage projects. Leveraging its in-house development, engineering and operational capabilities, the company currently has more than 2 GW of renewable and BESS projects under construction and approximately 15 GW in development.

Building on its advanced commercial and energy management capabilities, ContourGlobal partners with utilities, industrial customers and digital infrastructure operators to deliver tailored power solutions through long-term contracts, corporate PPAs and powered-land solutions that shorten time-to-market for data center developments. 

Job Summary

The Instrumentation, Controls & Electrical (IC&E) Technician is primarily responsible for the maintenance and repair of all instruments, control systems and electrical equipment in the Power Plant and associated facilities. The IC&E Technician performs work of high skill in the inspection, repair, testing, adjustment, installation and removal of all electronic and electrical Power Plant equipment and systems. The IC&E Technician reports to the Maintenance Manager and works in cooperation with the operating utility on matters pertaining to the daily operation of the Plant. Join us to drive the right power forward and make clean energy the natural choice for all! 

Key Responsibilities:

Health and Safety

• Have a strong working knowledge of the ContourGlobal Health & Safety Management System and its safe work practices, such as Permit to Work, Management of Change and Contractor Safety.
• Coach and mentor facility employees through engagement on proper safety behaviors, use of the ContourGlobal Management System and its expectations, and ongoing participation in Health & Safety activities such as inspections, incident investigations and visible felt leadership.
• Verify job tasks are adequately reviewed before initiating work and when changes occur in the work environment or task requirements.
• Ensure all incidents and potential adverse events, such as near misses, are quickly communicated to Plant leadership and Health & Safety site or regional support.

Main Duties

• Perform preventive maintenance on all major equipment and systems, as well as emergency backup systems.
• Maintain complete equipment files, logs and drawings for all designated equipment.
• Assist in maintaining and controlling spare parts inventory to maintain Plant reliability, and assist in physical inventories.
• Participate in the administrative maintenance of Plant operating manuals, technical references, prints and diagrams, and preventive and predictive maintenance records.
• Work shifts as required to support the operation of the Plant.
• Inspect, repair, install and remove all types of motors, generators, transformers, switches, control equipment, wiring, electrical signal and communication systems, and storage batteries, and work with electrical systems up to and including 4,160 volts.
• Conduct troubleshooting and analysis on Distributed Control System (DCS), Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) and turbine control equipment.
• Maintain all Plant instrumentation and electrical test equipment.
• Fully support and participate in ContourGlobal Safety and Regulatory Compliance Programs.
• Complete other tasks as assigned by the Maintenance Manager.

Continuous Improvement

• Strive for excellence and look for opportunities to make work more efficient and of higher quality.
• Analyze issues, identify the root cause of near misses and failures, and take action to prevent recurrence.
• Effectively use ContourGlobal practices and methodology for continuous improvement.

Qualifications and Skills: 

Your profile is a natural match if you have:

• Education: Ability to understand procedures and instructions specific to the area of assignment, as would be acquired in four years of high school.
• Experience: Work experience as a technician with increasing responsibility in a related industry, and experience with MP2 or another Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication and organizational skills; ability to work well with others and be self-directed, and to apply creative solutions to unique Instrumentation & Electrical (I&E) issues; ability to work from blueprints and to use common computer programs such as Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Physical requirements: Standing for extended periods, climbing stairs and ladders, and routinely lifting up to 50 pounds. Protective equipment must be worn in the performance of some duties (for example, hard hats, safety glasses, air masks, ear protection, chemical suits, hot gloves and high-voltage protective equipment), and working with hazardous materials may be required.
• Work schedule and environment: Position requires extended working hours and varied shifts, with the possibility of weekend and holiday work, as required by schedules, workloads and Plant conditions. Extensive smoking restrictions apply in and around the facility.

What drives your application forward:

• Graduation from an accredited Instrument Technician Program.
• Experience in a Power Plant environment, including instrumentation and control systems used in modern power stations, such as burner management, combustion control, boiler controls, turbine controls and machine condition monitoring.
• Experience with electrical systems used in modern power stations, including 13.8 kV switchgear and motors, 4,160 volt switchgear and motors, 480 volt motors and motor control centers, transformers, batteries, inverters and chargers, main generators and excitation equipment.

Note: The statements contained in this job description are not necessarily all inclusive; additional duties may be assigned, and requirements may vary.

Our Values

«We» is our greatest asset

We respect and protect the environment

We are doers, committed to doing things right

We act with integrity and transparency

We think and act like entrepreneurs

You can find here more about our Purpose, Mission and Values.

Working@CG:

As a globally integrated team, we push boundaries, work collaboratively, and remain agile in the pursuit of excellence. With an entrepreneurial mindset, we encourage initiative and innovation. At ContourGlobal you are an employee, and you are also an owner. Our Employee Ownership Program allows our employee-owners to make a difference and drive the right power forward and make clean energy the natural choice for all!

We foster a culture where individuals are empowered to succeed, contribute and shape the future of sustainable energy.

Cross-border collaboration shapes our way of working: our diverse workforce reflects the multicultural environment we embrace every day.

We offer a competitive compensation package: we believe in meritocracy and rewarding meaningful contributions.

We enjoy making the most of our shared spaces to foster teamwork and collaboration. At the same time, our flexible working policy allows us to prioritize results while supporting wellbeing and a healthy work-life balance.

Interested in joining our company?

We know that skills and experience come in different forms, and we value diverse perspectives. 

If you’re excited about this role but you think you still need to learn some of the required skills, we’d still love to hear from you. You are much more than your CV, so come as you are and tell us who you aspire to become! The most important skills are collaboration, respect, trustworthiness and execution. So go ahead—apply, and let’s contribute to the new energy transition together!

ContourGlobal provides equal employment opportunities and maintains a diverse workforce that reflects the rich environment of our society and the markets in which we operate.

ContourGlobal provides equal employment opportunities and maintains a diverse workforce that reflects the rich environment of our society and the markets in which we operate.