Instrumentation and Controls Technician

Suez Water Technologies & Solutions; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

PTO (Paid Time Off)

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

401(k) Matching

FSA/HSA

Job summary

Veolia is seeking an Electrical, Instrumentation & Controls (E&I) Specialist to bridge field maintenance and system engineering. You will design, integrate, and troubleshoot complex control systems, lead capital projects, and author technical documentation while staying hands-on for critical plant repairs and commissioning.

Requirements include 8–10 years in process control, an associate degree in electronic engineering, and CNC/SCADA experience.

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of control theory and analog/digital electronics.
• Experience with industrial networking protocols and PLC/SCADA environments.
• Strong regulatory knowledge including OSHA and NEC principles.

Responsibilities

• Design, integrate, and troubleshoot complex electrical and automated control systems.
• Lead capital projects and commissioning activities.
• Develop PLC/SCADA logic and system documentation including P&IDs and drawings.
• Ensure safety and environmental compliance in all activities.

Skills

Control Theory

Industrial Networking

Regulatory Knowledge

Physical Dexterity

Education

Associate Degree in Electronic Engineering/Technology

ISA CCST Certification

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

DCS/HMI Systems

Electrical Schematics

Job description

Company Description

Veolia Group is a global leader in environmental services, operating across all five continents with nearly 218,000 employees. Specializing in water, energy, and waste management. Veolia Group designs and implements innovative solutions for decarbonization, depollution, and resource regeneration, supporting communities and industries in their ecological transformation.

Within this framework, Veolia's Water Technology Business brings together a dedicated team of experienced professionals committed to tackling the world's most complex challenges related to water scarcity, quality, productivity, and energy. Together, we pursue a shared mission to create a more sustainable future.

Job Description

The Electrical, Instrumentation & Controls (E&I) Specialist is a high-level technical role that bridges the gap between field maintenance and system engineering. This individual is a subject matter expert responsible for the design, integration, and advanced troubleshooting of complex electrical and automated control systems within the plant. Unlike a standard technician, the Specialist leads capital projects, authors technical documentation, and develops PLC/SCADA logic while remaining "hands-on" for critical plant repairs and commissioning.

Key Characteristics

• Systems Thinking: Ability to design integrated control loops and understand the "big picture" ofplant water treatment functions
• Advanced Problem-Solving: Capability to resolve chronic equipment issues through root-causeanalysis and logic modifications
• Leadership without Management: Acts as a technical lead for contractors and junior techniciansduring plant outages and system upgrades
• High-Stakes Decision Quality: Makes critical decisions regarding system architecture and safetyprotocols to ensure 24/7 operational efficiency

Duties & Responsibilities

• System Design & Integration: Author and modify technical drawings, P&IDs, and electricalschematics for new plant installations or equipment repositioning
• Advanced Programming: Design, program, and configure PLCs, DCS, and HMI systems (primarilyAllen-Bradley) to optimize plant processes
• Complex Electrical Work: Execute high-level electrical tasks including wiring, power distribution,and the layout of new metering and signaling devices
• Project Commissioning: Lead the commissioning of new mobile equipment and fixed plantfacilities, ensuring all instrumentation meets business and regulatory specifications
• Lifecycle Documentation: Prepare comprehensive system design diagrams, maintenance reports,and "as-built" documentation for the facility
• Safety & Compliance Leadership: Set the standard for OSHA and environmental safetycompliance, including the development of spill response and arc flash protocols)
• Emergency Technical Support: Provide expert-level response to plant emergency repairs thatexceed the scope of standard technician capabilities

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Preferred:

• Expertise in Control Theory: Deep knowledge of analog/digital integrated circuits and modernelectronics technology
• Industrial Networking: Proficiency in configuring communication protocols between fielddevices, PLCs, and SCADA systems
• Regulatory Mastery: Advanced knowledge of water industry regulations, OSHA standards, andNational Electrical Code (NEC)
• Physical Dexterity: Ability to perform physical duties including lifting 50lbs, climbing, and workingin various weather conditions at industrial sites

Qualifications

• Associate Degree or Diploma in Electronic Engineering/Technology or a related field
• Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in process control (exceeding the standard 5-yearrequirement)

Preferred:

• Proven Project Leadership experience and relevant professional certifications (e.g.,ISA CCST or Journeyman Electrician License)
• Relevant certifications
• Experience in the water industry
• Proven project leadership experience in this domain
• Ability and willingness to work in various weather conditions (indoor / outdoor)
• Ability and willingness to perform physical duties such as lifting up to 50 pounds, climbing, working at elevated heights, and manual dexterity
• Ability and willingness to work in industrial facilities, manufacturing facilities, and power industryfacilities
• Ability and willingness to travel (10%) for install and repair if needed
• Ability and willingness to work holidays and weekends based on business demand

Additional Information

Why Veolia?

• Join a company that values Responsibility, Solidarity, Innovation, Customer Focus, and Respect.

• You'll receive comprehensive technical and commercial training, direct mentorship from experienced Account Managers, and a clear pathway to Account Manager promotion with direct account responsibilities.

Career Development Path:

• This position is designed as a stepping stone to Account Manager, where you'll assume direct customer responsibility and independent account management upon demonstrating commercial excellence.

We realize diverse teams make smarter decisions, deliver better results, and build stronger communities. We're an organization that champions diversity and inclusion at every rung of the ladder and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Starting Day 1!

• Life Insurance

• Paid Time Off

• Paid Holidays

• Parental Leave

• 401(k) Plan - 3% default contribution plus matching!

• Flexible Spending & Health Saving Accounts

• AD&D Insurance

• Disability Insurance

• Tuition Reimbursement

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

****Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; employer will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization (e.g. H-1B visa) for this opportunity****

Veolia does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiting firms. All vendors must have a current and fully executed MSA on file before submitting candidates. Any unsolicited resumes and candidate profiles will be deemed the property of the company and no fee will be due.

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.