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Strong fit if you want hands-on industrial E&I work for a listed renewable-energy and pellet producer, and you are prepared for on-site plant work in the Arcola area. Weak fit if you need remote work or a role with published pay/culture data in this package—none was supplied.
As an Electrical and Instrumentation Technician at Drax, a typical day would centre on installing, calibrating, troubleshooting, and maintaining electrical systems, sensors, control loops, and instrumentation that keep generation or pellet operations running safely and reliably. Work is on-site (non-remote), with close coordination with operations and maintenance, documentation of work, and adherence to site safety and permit-to-work practices.
Prioritize industrial electrical safety, motor controls, transmitters/analyzers, loop checks, and basic PLC/HMI fault-finding. No certification resources were supplied for this occupation family; use employer-required qualifications only.
No. The listing marks remote as 0; expect on-site work.
Drax is a renewable generation, biomass pellet, and CO₂-removal group (LSE: DRX), with major UK power assets and North American pellet plants.
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Website: draxgroup.plc.uk
Drax Group plc, trading as Drax, is a renewable energy generation, pellet production and carbon dioxide removal business. The principal enterprises include the biomass fuelled Drax Power Station, near Selby in North Yorkshire, Cruachan Power Station, near Oban in Scotland and pellet production plants across North America. The company is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a constituent of the FTSE 250 Index.
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ELECTRICAL AND INSTRUMENTATION TECHNICIAN at Drax in Arcola, Tangipahoa Parish Role Overview Drax Group plc is seeking a skilled Electrical and Instrumentation Technician to join our dynamic team within the engineering and maintenance department. As a leader in the energy sector, Drax is dedicated to innovating solutions that sustainably power the future. This role is crucial in ensuring the optimal performance and reliability of our electrical and instrumentation systems across operations. Day-to-Day Responsibilities Perform routine maintenance and repairs on electrical and instrumentation equipment Conduct inspections to ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements Support troubleshooting and problem-solving for complex system issues Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement improvements in system efficiency and reliability Maintain accurate records of all maintenance activities, repairs, and modifications What You Bring Demonstrated experience as an Electrical and Instrumentation Technician or a related field A strong understanding of electrical systems, instrumentation, and control systems Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety standards About the Company Drax Group plc is committed to innovating solutions that sustainably power the future. Our dynamic engineering and maintenance department plays a vital role in maintaining the reliability of our electrical and instrumentation systems, ensuring we continue to deliver on our sustainability goals. How to Apply To apply, complete your application directly on this page, or you'll be redirected to the employer's application platform to finish submitting there. Please ensure all required fields are filled out accurately for a smooth submission process.
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