Instrument and Controls Technician Manager

Rosso Recruiting

East Chicago, IN

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Allen-Bradley, Automation Systems, Budgeting, Calibration, Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), ControlLogix, Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Electricity, IBM Maximo Asset Management, Identify Issues, Instrumentation, Leadership, Lift/Move 80 Pounds, Maintenance - Electrical, Mentoring, People Management, Power Generation, Problem Solving Skills, Process Control Engineering, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Safety/Work Safety, Schedule Development, Team Lead/Manager, Testing, Water Treatment
LOCATION
East Chicago, IN
POSTED
1 day ago

Job Title: I&C Manager

  • Full-time leadership position
  • $120,000–$150,000 base + 15% STIP
  • Leads the I&C team, working closely with Operations, Maintenance, and Area Managers

Benefits: 401(k) matching, Dental, Health, Vision, Paid Time Off AND MORE

About the Role
We're looking for an experienced I&C leader to own instrumentation and controls for the plant — leading a team of technicians and support staff to keep systems running reliably through smart maintenance, troubleshooting, and testing.

Responsibilities

  • Lead, train, and mentor the I&C team
  • Oversee maintenance, troubleshooting, and calibration of electrical, process control, and automation systems (DCS/PLC — Rockwell, Allen Bradley, Modicon, Bailey Infi-90)
  • Keep steam, electrical, boiler, and environmental systems running reliably
  • Partner with Area Managers, Operations, and Union teams on daily work and special projects
  • Manage instrumentation calibration schedules and spare parts planning
  • Champion a safe, compliant work environment
  • Support budgeting and use plant data (eDNA/Pi historians) to guide decisions

Requirements

  • 5–10 years in I&C, including supervisory/leadership experience
  • Background in Industrial Energy, Power Generation, or Utility settings
  • Hands-on PLC/DCS expertise (Rockwell, Allen Bradley, Modicon; ControlLogix, Bailey Infi-90)
  • Strong grasp of field instrumentation (VFDs, PID controllers, transmitters, sensors)
  • Sharp troubleshooting skills — electrical, electronic, and pneumatic controls
  • Familiarity with steam turbines, boilers, and water treatment systems
  • CMMS experience (Maximo or similar)
  • Able to work in an industrial plant setting (climbing, lifting up to 80 lbs, confined spaces)

This Job Is

  • A fit for hands-on I&C leaders from industrial or power generation backgrounds
  • Great for someone who loves mentoring a team and solving tough technical problems
  • A chance to lead a critical function with strong incentive upside and room to grow


Requirements

  • 5–10 years in I&C, including supervisory/leadership experience
  • Background in Industrial Energy, Power Generation, or Utility settings
  • Hands-on PLC/DCS expertise (Rockwell, Allen Bradley, Modicon; ControlLogix, Bailey Infi-90)
  • Strong grasp of field instrumentation (VFDs, PID controllers, transmitters, sensors)
  • Sharp troubleshooting skills — electrical, electronic, and pneumatic controls
  • Familiarity with steam turbines, boilers, and water treatment systems
  • CMMS experience (Maximo or similar)
  • Able to work in an industrial plant setting (climbing, lifting up to 80 lbs, confined spaces)


Benefits

401(k) matching, Dental, Health, Vision, Paid Time Off AND MORE

About the Company

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