Instrumentation Field Technician

Instrumentation Field Technician

Location:

Addison, TX
Industry: Industrial Automation
Compensation: $71,000 $ 80,000
Experience Level: Junior (25 years)
Relocation:
Not provided | Visa Sponsorship:
Not available

A growing engineering firm is seeking an Instrumentation Field Technician to support automation and control projects across a variety of client sites. This is a hands‑on, field‑based position critical to successful project delivery and client satisfaction. You will be the technical face of the project, responsible for the startup, calibration, and troubleshooting of a wide range of instrumentation and control systems.

• Instrumentation Setup & Calibration: Work with flow, pressure, temperature, position, vibration, and current transmitters, as well as analyzers pH, chlorine, turbidity, conductivity, fluoride, and more.
• Electrical & PLC Troubleshooting: Identify and resolve issues related to 480
  
  VAC motor control systems, PLC equipment, and relay logic.
• System Modifications: Perform mechanical and electrical modifications to equipment in the field as required.
• Drawings & Documentation: Interpret and update Process & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), Control Loop, and Control Panel drawings to reflect as‑built conditions.
• Networking & Computer Systems: Install and commission networking and computer equipment used in control systems.
• Client Interaction & Administration: Maintain a professional presence at client sites, complete required documentation, and ensure communication is clear and consistent.

• Technical associate degree or equivalent vocational training preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years experience with instrumentation calibration and troubleshooting, PLC and motor control systems, reading P&IDs and system wiring diagrams, field equipment modifications (mechanical and electrical), networking and computer system setups.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Access).
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel locally to client sites.
• Ability to work in physically demanding environments (heights, confined spaces, temperature extremes, industrial hazards).

• Join a highly respected engineering team that serves diverse industries and project sizes.
• Work on‑site with clients and contribute directly to project outcomes.
• Opportunity for technical growth in instrumentation, controls, and industrial networking
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• Be part of a people‑first, employee‑ownership culture (ESOP structure).