Industrial Controls Technician

About the role

CycloKinetics is seeking an Industrial Controls Technician to support the design, fabrication, installation, and commissioning of industrial automation and control systems for our first-of-its-kind biorefinery of tomorrow.

Responsibilities

• Build, wire, and assemble industrial control panels and enclosures, including DIN rail components, terminal blocks, power supplies, relays, PLCs, VFDs, network equipment, and instrumentation interfaces.
• Read & interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, loop drawings, and I/O lists.
• Pull, route, dress, and terminate field wiring including power, signal, and communication cables.
• Install and connect field devices such as sensors, transmitters, actuators, motors, valves, etc.
• Perform panel checkout, continuity, point-to-point verification, and basic functional testing.
• Support startup, commissioning, and troubleshooting activities
• Aid controls engineers during debugging, tuning, and field modifications.
• Maintain clean, safe, and well-labeled installations consistent with best practices
• Follow OSHA and other safety guidelines to maintain a safe and hazard-free work environment
• Cook up coordination work as needed with millwrights, electricians, engineers, and contractors
• Document as-built changes, modifications, and field notes to support accurate documentation.
• Perform job duties in a safety-regulated environment where chemicals are used.
• Other job duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional schooling or certifications a plus!
• 4+ years of experience in hands on industrial controls / automation role(s)
• Hands-on experience building industrial control panels and wiring enclosures
• Experience pulling and terminating field wiring in industrial or manufacturing environments
• Working knowledge of basic electrical theory, control circuits, and industrial automation components
• Familiarity with PLC-based systems, instrumentation, VFDs, and industrial networks is strongly preferred.
• Comfortable working in both shop and field environments, including active construction or operating facilities with some outdoor exposure
• Comfortable working at heights, with 480V power, and in some tight / awkward spaces
• Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to work methodically through electrical and control issues.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong attention to detail, workmanship, and safety.
• Willingness to adapt to varied tasks typical of early-stage and evolving automation projects.

Physical Demands

Comfortable lifting and moving of items up to fifty (50) pounds, bending, reaching above shoulder level, climbing stairs, pulling, prolonged standing or sitting may be required. Must have safe work habits and perform all duties in accordance with company safety policies and practices.

Benefits

• 15 Days of PTO
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k) Savings Plan (including Roth options)
• Basic Life Insurance
• Dependent Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Short-Term Disability (STD)
• Long-Term Disability (LTD)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Parental Leave
• ESOP
• Bonus Potential

EEO Statement

CycloKinetics is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity in our employee population. We are excited to work with talented individuals from a wide range of backgrounds. All employment decisions at CycloKinetics are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or special disabled veteran, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.