Job Title: Water Treatment Instrumentation Engineer
Job Summary:
The Junior Water Treatment Instrumentation Engineer is responsible for assisting in the installation, calibration, maintenance, troubleshooting, and optimization of instrumentation systems used in water treatment plants. This role involves ensuring that water quality parameters such as pH, chlorine levels, turbidity, and flow rates are monitored accurately and efficiently. The Junior Engineer will work under the guidance of senior engineers to support the operation and maintenance of instrumentation systems, gain hands-on experience with process control systems, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Instrumentation Setup and Calibration:
- Assist in the installation, configuration, and calibration of water quality monitoring instruments, including pH meters, chlorine analyzers, turbidity sensors, flow meters, and pressure transmitters.
- Ensure that the instrumentation systems are properly integrated with control systems (SCADA, PLCs) to ensure seamless operation.
- Assist in validating and calibrating new or existing instruments to ensure they provide accurate and reliable data for process control.
Routine Maintenance and Troubleshooting:
- Perform routine inspections and maintenance on instrumentation systems, ensuring they are operating optimally.
- Assist in troubleshooting and diagnosing issues with malfunctioning instruments, sensors, or control systems.
- Work with senior engineers to implement corrective and preventive actions to address any instrumentation-related issues.
Data Monitoring and Reporting:
- Support the monitoring of water treatment systems to ensure that key water quality parameters (pH, chlorine, turbidity, flow) are within operational limits.
- Help collect and analyze data from instrumentation systems, ensuring it is accurately recorded for reporting and regulatory compliance.
- Assist in the preparation of reports on system performance, water quality, and maintenance activities.
Integration of New Technologies:
- Assist in the integration of new instrumentation technologies into the water treatment system, including advanced sensors, IoT devices, or automation systems.
- Support the testing and implementation of new technologies to improve system efficiency, data accuracy, and overall water treatment performance.
System Optimization:
- Assist in optimizing instrumentation systems to improve system efficiency and reduce operational costs, under the guidance of senior engineers.
- Participate in identifying and implementing improvements to existing systems, focusing on increasing system reliability and reducing downtime.
Safety and Compliance:
- Ensure all work on instrumentation systems adheres to safety protocols and complies with environmental and regulatory standards.
- Assist in maintaining documentation for calibration, maintenance, and system modifications in compliance with industry regulations.
- Follow established safety procedures while working with instrumentation systems and in plant environments.
Learning and Development:
- Continuously develop technical knowledge and hands-on skills related to water treatment instrumentation and process control systems.
- Participate in training and development opportunities to enhance understanding of water treatment processes, SCADA systems, and instrumentation technologies.
- Stay updated on industry trends and technological advances in water treatment and instrumentation.
Collaboration and Communication:
- Collaborate with senior engineers, operators, and maintenance teams to ensure smooth and efficient operation of instrumentation systems.
- Communicate effectively within the team to report issues, progress on tasks, and help implement solutions.
- Assist in providing technical support and training to operators on the use and maintenance of instrumentation systems.
Key Focus Areas:
- Instrumentation Installation and Calibration: Assist in the installation, calibration, and integration of water quality monitoring instrumentation systems.
- Troubleshooting and Maintenance: Help troubleshoot and maintain instrumentation systems to ensure optimal performance.
- Data Monitoring and Reporting: Support the collection and analysis of data from water quality monitoring systems.
- Learning and Development: Develop technical expertise in water treatment instrumentation, process control, and automation systems.
Skills and Knowledge Required:
- Basic understanding of instrumentation systems, such as pH meters, chlorine analyzers, turbidity sensors, and flow meters.
- Familiarity with process control systems, such as SCADA and PLC systems, is advantageous.
- Ability to learn quickly and assist in the troubleshooting and maintenance of instrumentation systems.
- Strong attention to detail, ensuring the accuracy of data and proper operation of systems.
- Good communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with senior engineers, operators, and maintenance staff.
Educational Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Instrumentation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related technical field.
- Basic coursework or certifications in instrumentation systems, SCADA, PLCs, or water treatment processes is a plus.
Experience:
- 1-2 years of experience in instrumentation, process control, or water treatment systems. Internships, academic projects, or hands-on training in instrumentation or automation is beneficial.
- Exposure to SCADA systems, PLC programming, or industrial instrumentation through coursework or practical experience is an advantage.
Tools and Technologies:
- Familiarity with basic instrumentation tools such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, and calibration devices.
- Basic understanding of SCADA and PLC systems is beneficial.
- Knowledge of water treatment processes and related monitoring technologies (e.g., pH meters, chlorine analyzers, turbidity sensors) is advantageous.
Other Requirements:
- Strong eagerness to learn and develop technical skills in water treatment instrumentation.
- Ability to follow instructions and work under supervision to ensure tasks are completed accurately.
- Willingness to work in a team-oriented environment and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.