I&E Technician

Position Summary

The Instrumentation & Electrical (I&E) Technician performs field‑based installation, configuration, calibration, commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electrical and instrumentation systems supporting industrial oil and gas operations. The role works with power, control, measurement, safety, communications, and automation systems associated with process, compression, and metering equipment, and provides day‑to‑day direction to apprentice‑level crew members.

Essential Responsibilities

• Install electrical power, control, measurement, instrumentation, communications, and safety systems for upstream and midstream oil and gas operations.
• Install conduit and MC‑HL cable in accordance with the National Electrical Code and project specifications.
• Configure, calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot field instrumentation and associated control systems.
• Install, troubleshoot, and maintain relays, variable frequency drives (VFDs), wireless and hard‑wired instrumentation, controllers, and related electrical equipment.
• Wire, loop test, configure, and troubleshoot programmable logic controllers (PLCs), remote terminal units (RTUs), and electronic flow measurement (EFM) systems.
• Configure and troubleshoot radios, cellular modems, and associated communications networks.
• Perform electrical and instrumentation work on process, compression, and metering equipment used within upstream and midstream facilities.
• Interpret and support modifications to electrical schematics, drawings, wiring diagrams, and related technical documentation.
• Troubleshoot electrical systems, switchgear, circuits, instrumentation, and related equipment to resolve operational issues.
• Work on low‑ and medium‑voltage equipment and circuits within the individual’s training and qualifications.
• Use electrical testing and calibration equipment such as multimeters, meg‑gers, amp probes, HART communicators, and loop calibrators.
• Maintain accurate work records, reports, and required project documentation.
• Delegate appropriate tasks to apprentice‑level crew members and provide field guidance.
• Identify potential workplace hazards and perform duties in accordance with safety requirements and procedures.
• Coordinate and communicate effectively with project management, engineering, operations, systems, field personnel, customers, and other stakeholders.
• Adapt to changing project requirements, manage multiple assignments, and meet project deadlines and customer expectations.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years of instrumentation and electrical experience within industrial oil and gas environments.
• Experience supporting installation of instrumentation and electrical systems throughout multiple project phases.
• Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and NFPA 70E electrical safety requirements.
• Knowledge of electrical systems, switchgear, circuit types, and components commonly used in oil and gas.
• Ability to read, interpret, and work from electrical schematics, drawings, wiring diagrams, and related documentation.
• Experience installing, calibrating, maintaining, and troubleshooting process instrumentation.
• Experience with wiring, loop testing, configuring, and troubleshooting PLCs, RTUs, and EFMs.
• Experience installing, configuring, and troubleshooting radios and cellular modems.
• Ability to safely perform low‑ and medium‑voltage work consistent with training and qualifications.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem‑solving, technical, and functional skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize work to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work collaboratively with management, engineering, operations, systems, and field personnel.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and adjust priorities as project requirements change.
• Professional demeanor and effective leadership in challenging or time‑sensitive situations.
• Applicable regulatory and safety training for assigned duties.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet company driving and insurance requirements.
• Willingness to travel approximately 50 % as required by project and customer needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Additional technical training or certifications related to industrial electrical systems, instrumentation, automation, controls, or oil and gas operations.
• Experience supporting both upstream and midstream oil and gas facilities.
• Experience providing work direction or technical guidance to apprentice‑level or junior field personnel.
• Familiarity with software used to configure EFMs, cellular modems, radios, and industrial communications networks.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform field‑based electrical and instrumentation work for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Ability to safely navigate industrial facilities and project sites while carrying and using required tools and testing equipment.
• Capability to stand, walk, climb, bend, reach, crouch, kneel, and work in varying positions as needed.
• Ability to operate hand tools, electrical testing equipment, calibration equipment, and computer equipment required for duties.
• Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle for business travel and transportation between project locations.
• Must meet applicable fit‑for‑duty requirements associated with assigned field activities.

Work Environment

• Primarily field‑based work in industrial oil and gas environments, including upstream and midstream process, compression, and metering locations.
• Exposure to outdoor weather conditions, varying temperatures, industrial noise, operating equipment, and electrical systems typical of active facilities.
• Potential for project deadlines, customer requirements, changing priorities, and time‑sensitive assignments.
• Compliance with company, customer, project, and regulatory safety requirements while performing field activities.

Schedule and Travel

• Full‑time, field‑based position; not eligible for remote work.
• Standard work schedule is Monday through Friday; overtime, extended hours, and weekend work may be required based on project deadlines and customer needs.
• Approximately 50 % travel required based on project assignments and business needs.
• Per diem may be provided for eligible travel, meal, and lodging expenses in accordance with company policy.
• Valid driver’s license required; must meet company motor vehicle and insurance requirements.

Benefits

• Comprehensive, market‑competitive benefits package.
• Merit‑based financial rewards.
• Flexibility and company‑wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.

About Tetra Tech

Tetra Tech leads with science to solve complex global challenges, delivering cutting‑edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. With over 30,000 employees worldwide, the company improves lives, supports sustainable infrastructure, and advances the clean energy transition.