Instrumentation and Electrical Technician

Industrious Ventures; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Industrious Ventures is seeking a skilled Instrumentation and Electrical Technician to join their team in Austin, Texas. This full-time, onsite position involves installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting electrical and instrumentation systems with a focus on safety and efficiency.

The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience in an industrial environment, strong knowledge of wiring, control systems, and PLCs, along with a hands-on, detail-oriented approach to support reliable operations.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in electrical and instrumentation maintenance or installation.
• Strong knowledge of wiring practices and control systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems and instruments.
• Fabricate and assemble custom cables to specification.
• Conduct preventive maintenance and inspections on electrical equipment.

Skills

Electrical systems installation

Cable fabrication

Control systems

Troubleshooting electrical systems

Job description

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Instrumentation and Electrical Technician to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting electrical and instrumentation systems, with a strong focus on wiring, cable fabrication, and control systems. The ideal candidate is hands‑on, safety‑conscious, and motivated to support reliable and efficient operations across equipment and processes. This is a full‑time, onsite position based on our Austin, Texas HQ Campus and reports to the Electro‑Mechanical Technician Supervisor

RESPONSIBLITIES

• 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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 3+ years of experience in electrical and instrumentation maintenance or installation (industrial or manufacturing environment preferred).
• Strong knowledge of wiring practices, control systems, and instrumentation devices.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, and wiring diagrams.
• Experience with PLC systems, sensors, and motor controls.
• Proficiency in cable fabrication, wiring, and harness assembly.

Equal Opportunity and Compliance

ICON is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an innovative, inclusive, diverse and discrimination‑free work environment. Employment with ICON is based on merit, competence, and qualifications. It is our policy to administer all personnel actions, including recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting employees, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected classification in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. Consistent with the obligations of these laws, ICON will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Furthermore, as a federal government contractor, the Company maintains an affirmative action program which furthers its commitment and complies with record‑keeping and reporting requirements under certain federal civil rights laws and regulations, including Executive Order 11246, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (as amended) and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 (as amended).

Headhunters and recruitment agencies may not submit candidates through this application. ICON does not accept unsolicited headhunter and agency submissions for candidates and will not pay fees to any third‑party agency without a prior agreement with ICON.

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