It’s not easy to find a job as an instrument technician, but don’t take advantage of my youth

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Having graduated with a bachelor’s degree from a chemical engineering school, I started working at a new chemical plant after graduation, participating in its construction and commissioning. It wasn’t a long three years before the company stopped operating due to poor financial performance. It’s difficult to find a job in the field of instrumentation, and I didn’t expect it to be that hard to find such a job. Before looking for a job, one should assess oneself carefully – what has been gained over these three years, so as to find a better job and plan for future development. I ask myself these questions, but I can’t come up with any answers. It could also be that I don’t know enough things myself. It could be due to one’s own reasons, external factors, or industry constraints; not everything that is learned is under one’s control. I’ve started looking for a job. Three years of work experience isn’t enough to count as an advantage at all. One must be able to install, debug, and maintain instruments, as well as proficient in various PLC programming tasks. Additionally, skills in DCS configuration are required, along with knowledge of electrical systems and instrument selection. Experience in chemical engineering design is also necessary, plus management skills – what else is needed? ? There are too many. There are also those with few requirements; those with no such requirements don’t even need a college degree, and the compensation offered to them is even less than that given to fresh graduates. I said that with three years of work experience, I should be paid more, but the employer told me that it’s difficult to find jobs in the field of instrumentation these days, and that I might not be able to find a job otherwise, so I should come work for them. Given all these circumstances, it’s obvious they’re taking advantage of my youth, of the fact that I don’t know as much as they do. ....It’s hard to explain this stuff; who’s right and who’s wrong, or maybe I’m just choosing to sink low. .........There’s nothing to do; there are no advantages, no bargaining chips, and no initiative. With so many instruments and various areas of work involved, my previous role was mainly focused on the maintenance of field instruments. ...I want to learn something else, but employers won’t hire someone with no experience; they won’t provide training for you. Then I can only continue to do on-site instrument maintenance. So when I try to find a job again, I still won’t be able to meet the requirements set by the employers..... This is clearly a vicious cycle. . ...........................This..........Okay! ! Actually, I’m here to post a job search request; could any kind-hearted person help me find a job within Liaoning Province? Hahaha. . . . Stop spraying, please! It’s just that I’m having a lot of trouble finding a job, and I’m hoping that the experienced folks here can give me some advice and guidance on what to do. How did you all get here? Seeking experience and opportunities. Even just giving me something to refer to would be good. Speak up actively. Stop hiding.