I&E Technician

About the role

Tetra Tech is seeking an Instrumentation & Electrical (I&E) Technician to support our systems integration and engineering services team. The team focuses on eliminating industrial inefficiencies through systems integration, engineering, automation, and operational technology in upstream and midstream oil and gas environments.

Why Tetra Tech: We lead with science to solve complex challenges, delivering cutting‑edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development, improving millions of lives worldwide.

Your Impact: Join us to leverage advanced analytics, technologies, and world‑class expertise to create meaningful change while advancing your career.

Position Summary: The 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 includes directing apprentice‑level crew members and ensuring safe completion of field activities.

Essential Job Functions

• Install electrical power, control, measurement, instrumentation, communications, and safety systems supporting 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 training and qualification limits.
• Use electrical testing and calibration equipment such as multimeters, meggers, amp probes, HART communicators, and loop calibrators.
• Maintain accurate work records, reports, and required project documentation.
• Delegate tasks to apprentice‑level crew members and provide field guidance as needed.
• 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 the oil and gas industry.
• 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.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• 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

The role requires extended periods of field‑based electrical and instrumentation work, including standing, walking, climbing, bending, reaching, crouching, and kneeling. The technician must safely navigate industrial facilities while carrying tools and testing equipment, operate hand tools, electrical testing and calibration equipment, and computer resources, and operate a motor vehicle for business travel. Fit‑for‑duty requirements must be met for all field activities.

Work Environment

Work is performed primarily in field and industrial oil and gas settings, including upstream and midstream process, compression, and metering locations. Conditions may involve outdoor weather, varying temperatures, industrial noise, operating equipment, and electrical systems typical of active facilities. The position may be subject to project deadlines, customer requirements, changing priorities, and time‑sensitive assignments, with mandatory compliance to all safety regulations.

Additional Information

• Full‑time, field‑based position; not eligible for remote work.
• Standard schedule: Monday through Friday; overtime, extended hours, and weekend work may be required.
• Approximately 50 % travel based on project assignments and business needs; per diem may be provided for eligible travel expenses.
• Background screening and drug/alcohol testing may be required per company policy and customer regulations.
• Employees must provide or use required hand‑held electrical tools, testing equipment, calibration equipment, and computer/software resources.

Benefits

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

About Tetra Tech

Tetra Tech is a leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high‑end consulting and engineering services worldwide. With 30,000 employees, we deliver solutions that address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a VEVRAA federal contractor, encouraging applications from all qualified candidates, including veterans.