Electrical and Instrumentational Field Technician

ITAC

Newport News (VA)

On-site

USD 100,000 - 150,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401k & ESOP

Life Insurance

Short & Long-Term Disability

Sick Time Off

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Development

Wellness Program

Mentorship Program

Safety Incentive Program

24/7 Chaplain Care

Job summary

ITAC, a growing ENR-ranked design-build firm, seeks a hands-on Electrical, Instrumentation, and PLC support specialist for a one-year secondment in Newport News, VA. The role is on-site with a client, involving field troubleshooting, drawings, calibration, and control system maintenance.

You will collaborate with engineers, project leads, operations, and maintenance personnel to ensure safe, reliable, and code-compliant electrical and process systems while contributing to drawings and loop

Qualifications

Must have 5+ years experience in electrical/instrumentation/control support in industrial/manufacturing environments.
Technical degree or equivalent hands-on experience in Electrical Technology, Instrumentation, Automation, or related field.
Working knowledge of PLC systems and industrial control panels.
Experience calibrating instrumentation and performing basic loop troubleshooting.
Ability to read electrical schematics, control drawings, and loop diagrams.
Familiarity with Autodesk CAD; Vault experience a plus.
Basic knowledge of NFPA 70E; NFPA 497/499 preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain and update electrical and instrumentation drawings (schematics, wiring diagrams, loop documentation) under senior engineers.
Assist with PLC-based control systems—troubleshooting I/O, basic logic changes, backups, and downloads.
Troubleshoot electrical, instrumentation, and control system issues using basic tools and diagrams.
Support startup, shutdown, and commissioning activities for modified electrical/control systems.
Calibrate, test, and verify field instrumentation (pressure, temperature, flow, level).
Assist with predictive maintenance, establish condition-based maintenance set points.
Identify failed or out-of-tolerance instruments and coordinate corrective actions.

Skills

Electrical systems

Instrumentation

PLC troubleshooting

Schematic reading

Team collaboration

Education

Electrical Technology / related

Tools

Autodesk CAD

P&ID awareness

Job description

ITAC serves Process & Industrial clients with integrated engineering and construction services for complex capital projects. We also offer specialty services including power systems services and products, custom machine fabrication, and fall protection services and equipment. Founded in 1988 on a dream and a $5K loan, ITAC is a true success story. From humble beginnings to an ENR-Ranked Top Design Firm with a nationwide footprint and over 450 employees operating from 6 offices in Virginia, North Carolina, and South Carolina, we provide Fortune 500 companies with innovative design-build solutions. We specialize in power generation & utilities, chemicals, food & beverage, forest products, advanced manufacturing, and minerals & metals.

ITAC’s purpose is to make life better. For our employees, this means providing them with the resources and flexibility they need to have both a rewarding career and a fulfilling family life. ITAC is 100% employee-owned. Through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and Direct Stock Ownership, every team member has the unique opportunity to be an owner who shares in the company’s growth and earnings. We offer our team a comprehensive benefits package and numerous employee incentives. Rooted in love, we serve and care for our employees like family.

We hire passionate and motivated people with an innovative mindset and the desire to grow. If the thought of challenging, fast-paced projects excites you, then you’ve come to the right place. At ITAC, you’ll be part of a collaborative team that works hard to make life better. For more information, visit itac.us.com.

This is a seconded position, meaning the selected candidate will be employed by ITAC but work full-time on assignment with one of our clients. While day-to-day responsibilities will be managed on-site with the client, ITAC provides ongoing support, resources, and benefits as your employer. This position is for an expected duration of 1 (one) year with an opportunity for permanent employment or extension. Please only apply if these requirements are agreeable to you.

Objective

To support the team by providing hands on electrical, instrumentation, and PLC support through field troubleshooting, calibration, documenting updates, and control system maintenance. This role focuses onmaintainingsafe, reliable, andcode‑compliantelectrical and process control systems byassistingwith drawings, loop documentation, and system modifications while collaborating closely with engineers, project leads, operations, and maintenance personnel.

Responsibilities

Assistwithmaintainingand updating electrical and instrumentation drawings, including schematics, wiring diagrams, and control loop documentation under the guidance of senior engineers.

Support PLC-based control systems byassistingwith I/O troubleshooting, basic logic changes, backups, and downloads following change management procedures.

Troubleshoot electrical, instrumentation, and control system issues usingbasic hand tools and meters,diagrams, blueprints, loop sheets, and P&IDs.

Support startup, shutdown, and commissioning activities formodifiedelectrical and control systems.

Perform calibration, functional testing, and verification of field instrumentation, including pressure, temperature, flow, and level devices.

Assistwithperforming predictivemaintenance activities,to includeestablishingcondition-basedmaintenance set points, and instrument status in maintenance and engineering records.

Identifyfailed or out-of-tolerance instruments and coordinate corrective actions with engineering or maintenance teams.

Required Qualifications

At least 5years of experience in electrical, instrumentation, orcontrolssupport within an industrial or manufacturing environment.

Technical degree, associate degree, or equivalent hands-on experience in Electrical Technology, Instrumentation, Automation, ora relatedfield.

Working knowledge of PLC systems and industrial control panels.

Experience performing instrumentation calibration and basic loop troubleshooting.

Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, control drawings, and loop diagrams.

Familiarity with Autodesk CAD (Vault experiencea plus).

Basic knowledge of NFPA 70E; familiarity with NFPA 497/499 preferred.

Skills & Abilities

Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Ability to work effectively in a team environment and follow established procedures.

Ability to self-manage daily tasks while adapting to changing priorities.

Strongverbal and written communication skills.

Ability to operate safely and in compliance with site guidelines and safety requirements.

Physical & Work Requirements

Ability to kneel, squat, bend, crawl, reach, and work in tight or industrial spaces asrequired.

Willingness to work overtime or support off-hourswork as needed.

From internships to seasoned professionals, our growing company provides career opportunities for all levels of experience. We offer our team a comprehensive benefits package and numerous employee incentives. For life’s challenges, we also provide our employees and their immediate families with certified chaplains for around-the-clock encouragement and support. Rooted in love, we serve and care for our employees like family. ITAC provides benefits such as