Join us at Urenco USA (UUSA), where we're leading the way in nuclear energy innovation. Our state-of-the-art facility located in Eunice, NM, is the only large-scale commercial uranium enrichment facility in North America. We are actively looking for individuals who are ready to work collaboratively on-site in Eunice, NM, and we're pleased to offer relocation support to help make this opportunity accessible to talented individuals like you. Come be a part of the future of clean energy.
Summary of Responsibilities
The Instrumentation & Controls Maintenance Technician III serves as a subject matter expert in the maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of complex instrumentation and control systems. This advanced role independently performs preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance to ensure equipment reliability and performance. The technician develops maintenance procedures, provides technical guidance, and resolves complex equipment issues. Responsibilities include collaborating with engineers, planners, and vendors to minimize downtime and support operational continuity. This position ensures compliance with safety standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices while driving continuous improvement.
Education and Experience
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED.
- 2+ years of progressive experience in instrumentation and controls maintenance or a related field.
- Proven hands-on experience in performing preventive, corrective, predictive, and complex maintenance tasks on instrumentation and control systems and equipment.
- Experience in developing and updating maintenance procedures, work instructions, and calibration schedules.
- In-depth knowledge of instrumentation and control principles, systems, components, and equipment.
- Mastery of P&IDs, loop diagrams, wiring diagrams, logic diagrams, technical manuals, and applicable industry standards.
- Proficiency in using specialized tools, test equipment, and advanced troubleshooting techniques.
- Expertise in performing root cause analysis, failure mode analysis, and data interpretation.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Associate's degree or technical certification in instrumentation technology, industrial electronics, or a related field.
- ISA CCST Level II, NCCER Instrumentation certification, or equivalent recognized credential.
- Advanced analytical and critical thinking skills for identifying opportunities for process improvements.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills to resolve intricate instrumentation and control issues.
- Ability to evaluate and implement solutions for complex maintenance challenges.
- Ability to manage and coordinate complex maintenance projects and activities.
- Skills in collaborating with cross-functional teams, engineers, and external vendors.
- Knowledge of project management principles, resource planning, and scheduling.
Job Details
- Work Location: Eunice, NM
- Work Schedule: 9/80 Work Schedule: Monday - Friday. 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM, alternating weeks Monday – Thursday, 6:30 AM - 4:00 PM. Some nights and weekend work may be required. Employees are also subject to call-outs as needed.
- Travel Required: 10% of the time or less as required.
- Security Clearance Requirement: CAA Access and a L or Q level security clearance.
- Emergency Response Requirements: Emergency Response Organization (ERO) duty may be required; including being on-call (24/7) during your designated team duty week.
- Work Environment: Radiological exposure expectations of < 100 mrem/yr. General Office, Plant Production Areas. This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets etc.
Primary Functions
- Advanced-level position responsible for independently executing and technically supporting complex instrumentation and controls maintenance activities
- Performs preventative, corrective, and troubleshooting maintenance on a variety of instrumentation and control equipment and systems
- Interprets P&IDs, loop diagrams, wiring diagrams, logic diagrams, technical manuals, and work orders to diagnose and repair issues
- Calibrates, functionally tests, and troubleshoots process instruments and control loops using approved procedures and calibrated M&TE
- Diagnoses and resolves faults involving field devices, 4–20 mA and discrete signals, control valves, PLC/DCS interfaces, and fire detection systems
- Assists in creating task instructions, updating maintenance procedures, and developing work plans
- Documents work assignments, performance history, maintenance logs, and repair reports accurately and in real-time
- Prepares timely and detailed trouble reports for maintenance problems and errors
- Collaborates with planners, supervisors, and cross-functional teams to ensure efficient work execution
- Provides training, guidance, and mentorship to junior technicians on maintenance tasks and procedures
- Adheres to all safety requirements, policies, best practices, and regulatory compliance related to instrumentation and controls maintenance
- Participates in continuous improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities for process enhancements
- Assists in the development and implementation of preventive maintenance schedules and programs
- Supports installation, loop checks, functional testing, configuration control, and commissioning of new or modified I&C equipment
- Performs inspections, calibrations, loop checks, channel functional tests, and as-found/as-left documentation for I&C components
- Ensures proper handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials and waste in accordance with environmental regulations
- Maintains a clean and organized work area, ensuring proper care and storage of tools and equipment
- May assist in coordinating and overseeing work performed by contractors or vendors related to instrumentation and controls maintenance
- Participates in emergency response and troubleshooting activities as required
- Exhibits a strong commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence in all maintenance activities
- Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Benefits
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Please note that we continually evaluate our plans and make adjustments as necessary to meet market and business requirements.
Compensation starting at: $ 94807 - $ 105341 / year and up dependent on candidate.
Urenco USA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Urenco USA encourages minorities, females, veterans and persons with disabilities to apply. Urenco USA supports a drug free environment.
If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview process, and/or to perform essential job functions, please contact UUSA HR at
[email protected].
Urenco USA | A trusted leader in meeting the world’s demand for sustainable energy.
Urenco USA (UUSA) is part of an international company that operates on the cutting-edge of the nuclear energy industry, utilizing the world’s most advanced, energy-efficient, and cost-effective method to enrich uranium. As the only enrichment facility in North America, UUSA helps provide clean, sustainable energy while operating under a framework of high environmental, social responsibility, and corporate governance standards. Our world-class facility is located in the middle of the EnergyPlex. We strive to promote the production of nuclear energy to facilitate the transition to a low-carbon economy while remaining dedicated to safety and investing in community outreach.
If you are already an employee of Urenco USA and are interested in applying for another job within the company, please apply and upload a completed
Internal Candidate Application form (HR-2-3000-15-F-2), and your resume to the internal career portal .
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