Industrial Electrical & Instrumentation Technician

ICON; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

ICON in Austin, Texas, is seeking an Instrumentation and Electrical Technician to install, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical and instrumentation systems, with a focus on wiring, cable fabrication, and control systems.

You will read schematics and P&IDs, wire control panels, perform preventive maintenance, calibrate sensors, and support upgrades with engineering teams in a safety-conscious environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in electrical and instrumentation maintenance or installation in industrial/manufacturing settings.
• Strong knowledge of wiring practices, control systems, and instrumentation devices.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, P&IDs, and wiring diagrams.
• Experience with PLC systems, sensors, and motor controls.
• Proficient in cable fabrication, wiring and harness assembly.
• Familiarity with safety standards, lockout/tagout, and electrical codes.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems, instruments, and control devices.
• Fabricate and assemble custom cables and wiring harnesses to specification.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Perform wiring for control panels, field devices, motors, sensors, and PLC systems.
• Conduct preventive maintenance and inspections on electrical and instrumentation equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair faults in electrical systems and instrumentation circuits.
• Calibrate and test instruments and sensors to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Maintain detailed documentation for wiring, cable layouts, and instrumentation setups.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to implement control system upgrades and modifications.
• Follow all safety protocols, company standards, and regulatory requirements related to electrical work.

Skills

Wiring & harnessing

Control systems

Instrumentation devices

PLC systems

Electrical schematics

P&IDs

Safety & LOTO

Troubleshooting

Communication & teamwork

Tools

Cable fabrication tooling

Job description

ICON in Austin, Texas, is seeking an Instrumentation and Electrical Technician to install, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical and instrumentation systems, with a focus on wiring, cable fabrication, and control systems.

You will read schematics and P&IDs, wire control panels, perform preventive maintenance, calibrate sensors, and support upgrades with engineering teams in a safety-conscious environment.