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Get Access To All JobsThe Franklin Biomass Facility, located in Carnesville, GA, generates 55 net megawatts of clean, renewable energy by converting sustainably sourced wood biomass into electricity. The facility utilizes an advanced Foster Wheeler boiler, along with a hot precipitator and selective catalytic reduction (SCR) system, to ensure efficient combustion and reduced emissions. With a single turbine generator, the plant reliably supplies power to the local grid while promoting sustainable energy practices and supporting long-term environmental stewardship in the region.
Opportunity Summary
The Associate Instrumentation, Controls & Electrical (IC&E) Technician supports the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the Franklin Biomass Facility by assisting with the maintenance, calibration, testing, and troubleshooting of instrumentation, control systems, and electrical equipment. Working under the guidance of experienced technicians, this role helps maintain PLC, DCS, SCADA, turbine controls, and balance-of-plant systems while supporting preventive maintenance, plant reliability, environmental compliance, and safe operating practices.
Your scope of responsibility as Associate IC&E Technician includes the following primary functions:
- Assist with the installation, calibration, testing, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of instrumentation, control systems, electrical equipment, and associated plant systems to support safe and reliable operation.
- Support the maintenance and troubleshooting of PLC, DCS, SCADA, turbine control, and other automated control systems while assisting with system modifications and performance improvements.
- Perform preventive, predictive, corrective, and emergency maintenance on electrical equipment, including switchgear, motor control centers, transformers, motors, variable frequency drives, batteries, chargers, and generator excitation systems.
- Calibrate and maintain field instrumentation, transmitters, analyzers, control valves, Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems (CEMS), and other process control equipment to ensure accurate operation and regulatory compliance.
- Assist with testing, tuning, and troubleshooting of boiler, combustion, steam turbine, fuel handling, and emissions control systems to optimize plant performance and reliability.
- Read and interpret electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, P&IDs, schematics, and OEM documentation to perform maintenance and support troubleshooting activities.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records, calibration data, equipment documentation, and plant drawings using the site's computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
- Support maintenance outages by coordinating with plant personnel, contractors, vendors, and OEM representatives while promoting safe work practices and compliance with company policies.
- Participate in root cause analysis, reliability initiatives, procedure improvements, and continuous improvement efforts to enhance equipment performance and plant reliability.
- Perform other duties as assigned in support of the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the Franklin Biomass Facility.
NAES Safe
Safety is a core value at NAES, and as a condition of employment, all employees are expected to remain mentally alert and work safely at all times. Employees must also adhere to all safety warnings and posted signs while on company property. Additionally, they are required to follow all NAES safety rules and procedures. Adherence to these safety responsibilities is one of the key factors in the evaluation of each employee’s performance.
Working Relationships
The Associate IC&E Technician reports to the Maintenance Manager and works closely with plant personnel, contractors, and original equipment manufacturer (OEM) representatives to support maintenance activities and plant operations.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
Physical demands include standing for extended periods of time, climbing multiple levels of stairs, climbing ladders over 50 feet in height, entering and exiting equipment cabs, traversing uneven or elevated surfaces, and working inside confined spaces. The role routinely requires lifting up to 50 pounds and performing tasks from elevated platforms or walkways.
Work may be performed in conditions involving dust, wood particles, fumes, high noise levels, and extreme temperatures near operating equipment. Outdoor tasks in all weather conditions are required, including in high-heat environments adjacent to biomass processing systems.
The use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is mandatory and may include hard hats, safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, high-visibility clothing, steel-toe boots, flame-resistant clothing (FRC), respirators, and fall protection. Fit testing for respirators may be required. Strict smoking restrictions are enforced in and around the facility to ensure plant safety and environmental compliance.
Fitness for Duty
All personnel will participate in the Fitness for Duty Program, which includes a post-offer physical examination, drug screening, and post-employment random drug screening.
Work Schedule
The Associate IC&E Technician typically works a Monday through Friday day shift schedule. Occasional overtime, flexible schedules, weekend and holiday work, and periodic on-call duty may be required to support plant operations, maintenance activities, outages, and emergency response.
Compensation
This position offers a base pay rate ranging from $36 to $41 per hour, along with eligibility for an annual performance bonus.
Relocation assistance is available for non-local candidates, if needed.
Qualifications and Technical Competencies
- Associate degree in Instrumentation, Electrical Engineering Technology, Process Technology, Industrial Maintenance, Plant Technology, or a related technical field preferred. Equivalent military, industrial, or technical experience may be considered.
- Technician-level experience in power generation, manufacturing, or another heavy industrial environment supporting instrumentation, electrical, or controls maintenance.
- Working knowledge of industrial electrical systems, including motors, motor control centers, switchgear, transformers, variable frequency drives, batteries, chargers, and related equipment.
- Familiarity with instrumentation and automated control systems, including PLCs, DCS, SCADA, transmitters, analyzers, control valves, and process instrumentation used in industrial facilities.
- Basic understanding of boiler, steam turbine, auxiliary equipment, fuel handling, and emissions control systems, with the ability to assist in troubleshooting and equipment performance improvements.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, P&IDs, and OEM technical documentation.
- Experience using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and Microsoft Office applications for maintenance documentation and reporting.
- Strong troubleshooting, communication, teamwork, and organizational skills, with the ability to work safely and effectively in a collaborative industrial environment.
- Must possess a valid, unrestricted U.S. driver’s license and ensure it remains in good standing at all times.
About NAES
NAES Corporation is a leading provider of operations, maintenance, and engineering services for energy facilities. We have built a reputation as a reliable partner for clients in North America and internationally, offering services across the power generation, oil and gas, and renewable energy sectors. Our growing family of companies allows us to address the entire life cycle of power generation and other industrial plants.
NAES is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We prioritize selecting employees based on merit and competence, seeking individuals of the highest quality, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, military status, or affiliation protected under USERRA, or any other form of discrimination prohibited by applicable local, state, and federal law.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
The Franklin Biomass Facility, located in Carnesville, GA, generates 55 net megawatts of clean, renewable energy by converting sustainably sourced wood biomass into electricity. The facility utilizes an advanced Foster Wheeler boiler, along with a hot precipitator and selective catalytic reduction (SCR) system, to ensure efficient combustion and reduced emissions. With a single turbine generator, the plant reliably supplies power to the local grid while promoting sustainable energy practices and supporting long-term environmental stewardship in the region.
Opportunity Summary
The Associate Instrumentation, Controls & Electrical (IC&E) Technician supports the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the Franklin Biomass Facility by assisting with the maintenance, calibration, testing, and troubleshooting of instrumentation, control systems, and electrical equipment. Working under the guidance of experienced technicians, this role helps maintain PLC, DCS, SCADA, turbine controls, and balance-of-plant systems while supporting preventive maintenance, plant reliability, environmental compliance, and safe operating practices.
Your scope of responsibility as Associate IC&E Technician includes the following primary functions:
- Assist with the installation, calibration, testing, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of instrumentation, control systems, electrical equipment, and associated plant systems to support safe and reliable operation.
- Support the maintenance and troubleshooting of PLC, DCS, SCADA, turbine control, and other automated control systems while assisting with system modifications and performance improvements.
- Perform preventive, predictive, corrective, and emergency maintenance on electrical equipment, including switchgear, motor control centers, transformers, motors, variable frequency drives, batteries, chargers, and generator excitation systems.
- Calibrate and maintain field instrumentation, transmitters, analyzers, control valves, Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems (CEMS), and other process control equipment to ensure accurate operation and regulatory compliance.
- Assist with testing, tuning, and troubleshooting of boiler, combustion, steam turbine, fuel handling, and emissions control systems to optimize plant performance and reliability.
- Read and interpret electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, P&IDs, schematics, and OEM documentation to perform maintenance and support troubleshooting activities.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records, calibration data, equipment documentation, and plant drawings using the site's computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
- Support maintenance outages by coordinating with plant personnel, contractors, vendors, and OEM representatives while promoting safe work practices and compliance with company policies.
- Participate in root cause analysis, reliability initiatives, procedure improvements, and continuous improvement efforts to enhance equipment performance and plant reliability.
- Perform other duties as assigned in support of the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the Franklin Biomass Facility.
NAES Safe
Safety is a core value at NAES, and as a condition of employment, all employees are expected to remain mentally alert and work safely at all times. Employees must also adhere to all safety warnings and posted signs while on company property. Additionally, they are required to follow all NAES safety rules and procedures. Adherence to these safety responsibilities is one of the key factors in the evaluation of each employee’s performance.
Working Relationships
The Associate IC&E Technician reports to the Maintenance Manager and works closely with plant personnel, contractors, and original equipment manufacturer (OEM) representatives to support maintenance activities and plant operations.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
Physical demands include standing for extended periods of time, climbing multiple levels of stairs, climbing ladders over 50 feet in height, entering and exiting equipment cabs, traversing uneven or elevated surfaces, and working inside confined spaces. The role routinely requires lifting up to 50 pounds and performing tasks from elevated platforms or walkways.
Work may be performed in conditions involving dust, wood particles, fumes, high noise levels, and extreme temperatures near operating equipment. Outdoor tasks in all weather conditions are required, including in high-heat environments adjacent to biomass processing systems.
The use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is mandatory and may include hard hats, safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, high-visibility clothing, steel-toe boots, flame-resistant clothing (FRC), respirators, and fall protection. Fit testing for respirators may be required. Strict smoking restrictions are enforced in and around the facility to ensure plant safety and environmental compliance.
Fitness for Duty
All personnel will participate in the Fitness for Duty Program, which includes a post-offer physical examination, drug screening, and post-employment random drug screening.
Work Schedule
The Associate IC&E Technician typically works a Monday through Friday day shift schedule. Occasional overtime, flexible schedules, weekend and holiday work, and periodic on-call duty may be required to support plant operations, maintenance activities, outages, and emergency response.
Compensation
This position offers a base pay rate ranging from $36 to $41 per hour, along with eligibility for an annual performance bonus.
Relocation assistance is available for non-local candidates, if needed.
Qualifications and Technical Competencies
- Associate degree in Instrumentation, Electrical Engineering Technology, Process Technology, Industrial Maintenance, Plant Technology, or a related technical field preferred. Equivalent military, industrial, or technical experience may be considered.
- Technician-level experience in power generation, manufacturing, or another heavy industrial environment supporting instrumentation, electrical, or controls maintenance.
- Working knowledge of industrial electrical systems, including motors, motor control centers, switchgear, transformers, variable frequency drives, batteries, chargers, and related equipment.
- Familiarity with instrumentation and automated control systems, including PLCs, DCS, SCADA, transmitters, analyzers, control valves, and process instrumentation used in industrial facilities.
- Basic understanding of boiler, steam turbine, auxiliary equipment, fuel handling, and emissions control systems, with the ability to assist in troubleshooting and equipment performance improvements.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, P&IDs, and OEM technical documentation.
- Experience using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and Microsoft Office applications for maintenance documentation and reporting.
- Strong troubleshooting, communication, teamwork, and organizational skills, with the ability to work safely and effectively in a collaborative industrial environment.
- Must possess a valid, unrestricted U.S. driver’s license and ensure it remains in good standing at all times.
About NAES
NAES Corporation is a leading provider of operations, maintenance, and engineering services for energy facilities. We have built a reputation as a reliable partner for clients in North America and internationally, offering services across the power generation, oil and gas, and renewable energy sectors. Our growing family of companies allows us to address the entire life cycle of power generation and other industrial plants.
NAES is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We prioritize selecting employees based on merit and competence, seeking individuals of the highest quality, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, military status, or affiliation protected under USERRA, or any other form of discrimination prohibited by applicable local, state, and federal law.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as an Ic Design Engineer
Document your circuit design specialization early
Gather publication records, tape-out credits, and patents in analog, RF, or digital design before applying. PERM requires your employer to define a specific role, and your credentials must clearly match the job description's educational and experience requirements.
Target semiconductor firms with active PERM histories
Use the DOL's OFLC disclosure data to identify IC design employers who have filed PERM applications recently. Firms like foundry-connected fabless companies consistently sponsor engineers and have established internal processes for EB-2 and EB-3 filings.
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Migrate Mate filters IC design engineer jobs specifically by green card sponsorship history, so you're not guessing which employers will file PERM. This saves weeks of manual research before you even submit a single application.
Clarify the EB-2 versus EB-3 tier with your recruiter
Most IC design roles qualify under EB-2 if they require a master's degree or equivalent, but some employers file EB-3 for bachelor's-level positions. Ask directly during negotiations, since the category affects your priority date and green card timeline.
Confirm your employer's PERM wage compliance upfront
DOL requires employers to pay the prevailing wage for your specific IC design role and work location. Check the OFLC Wage Search to verify the wage level your offer is tied to before signing, since Level I or II wages can affect offer legitimacy.
Plan your I-140 and status timing around chip industry cycles
PERM recruitment periods often run six to twelve months before filing. If you're changing employers mid-process, USCIS portability rules under AC21 let you transfer your approved I-140 after 180 days, protecting your priority date even through a job change.
Green Card Ic Design Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an IC design engineer role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Most IC design engineer positions qualify for EB-2 sponsorship because the role typically requires a master's degree or a bachelor's degree with substantial specialized experience in areas like analog layout, digital RTL, or mixed-signal design. Employers may alternatively file under EB-3 for roles requiring only a bachelor's degree. Your employer's attorney determines the category based on the actual job requirements, not your personal credentials alone.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for IC design engineers?
H-1B visa is a temporary work visa capped at 85,000 annually and subject to a lottery, while PERM-based green card sponsorship leads to permanent residency with no annual visa cap affecting EB-3 petitions for most nationalities. The PERM process takes longer, typically two to four years from filing to a green card, but the outcome is lawful permanent residency rather than a visa that must be renewed every three years.
What does the PERM process look like for an IC design engineering position?
Your employer must conduct a DOL-supervised recruitment process to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available for the role. This typically involves job postings, internal notices, and documentation over a 30-to-180-day period. Once PERM is certified, your employer files an I-140 petition with USCIS. You then wait for your priority date to become current before filing for adjustment of status or an immigrant visa.
Where can I find IC design engineer jobs that offer green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically to surface IC design engineer roles where employers have a documented history of filing PERM and sponsoring employment-based green cards. Standard job platforms don't filter by sponsorship type, so you often apply to roles where the employer has never sponsored a foreign national. Migrate Mate removes that guesswork by focusing the search on verified sponsoring employers.
Can I change employers after my PERM is filed but before my green card is approved?
Yes, under AC21 portability rules established by USCIS, you can change to a same or similar IC design role after your I-140 has been approved and your adjustment of status application has been pending for at least 180 days. Your priority date is preserved. The new role must be in the same occupational classification, which for IC design engineers generally means staying within electrical or computer engineering disciplines.