Instrumentation & Controls Technician

About the role

The Instrumentation & Controls Technician installs, maintains, and troubleshoots electrical, instrumentation, and controls systems in a highly regulated environment. This role ensures the safe and efficient operation of equipment through routine maintenance and emergency repairs.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot 120V–480V AC electrical systems
• Wire and troubleshoot motor control circuits (VFDs, contactors, relays, overloads)
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and panel layouts
• Work with PLCs - wiring I/O and diagnostics
• Perform lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures during maintenance
• Install, calibrate, and maintain transmitters (pressure, flow, level, temperature)
• Configure and troubleshoot HART and 4–20mA analog signal loops
• Maintain and troubleshoot control valves, I/P converters, thermocouples, and RTDs
• Perform loop checks and assist with system commissioning

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or technical certification in Electrical, Instrumentation, or Industrial Maintenance
• 3+ years of industrial electrical or instrumentation experience
• Familiarity with NEC, ISA standards, NFPA 70

Skills and Competencies

• Strong knowledge of electrical and control system theory
• Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams, P&IDs, and schematics
• Safety-first mindset with strong troubleshooting skills
• Comfortable working independently or as part of a cross-functional team

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Prior experience supporting nuclear construction projects, NQA-1 environments, DOE projects, Oil and gas, ASME-related construction activities, or similarly regulated technical programs
• Multidisciplinary construction quality experience spanning civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation activities
• Experience coordinating quality execution across multiple subcontractors and construction interfaces within general contractor environments
• Familiarity with nonconformance systems, turnover packages, traceability systems, controlled work execution, and field verification methodologies
• Working familiarity with field measurement systems and technical verification workflows
• Strong operational judgment and ability to make technically defensible decisions under ambiguity and schedule pressure

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary
• Equity ownership in a rapidly growing advanced energy company
• Comprehensive medical benefits
• Free daily lunch and dinner provided onsite
• A high-impact startup environment with significant ownership and autonomy
• Opportunities for rapid career growth and internal advancement
• Direct collaboration with experienced operators, engineers, and industry leaders
• The opportunity to help build and scale transformative energy technology from the ground up

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We are committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment and will provide reasonable accommodation as required by law.