Instrumentation & Control Technician - PLC/SCADA Specialist

American Water Works Association; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Loudoun Water is seeking an Instrumentation / Control System Technician to install, maintain, troubleshoot, calibrate, and repair a range of industrial control equipment used in water utilities.

The role requires experience with PLCs, VFDs, SCADA systems, and process sensors, with certification opportunities within 12 months. Salary ranges reflect local market norms and the specific duties described.

Qualifications

• Two years vocational training or college coursework in electronics.
• Four years experience in instrumentation/electronic systems; three years with industrial control systems.
• Experience with process control sensors (flow, level, pressure, analysis).

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, calibrate and repair/replace industrial control system equipment (PLCs, VFDs, SCADA, sensors).
• Support electrical/automation needs for water industry operations.
• Be available for on-call status and overtime as needed.

Skills

Problem solving

Electrical maintenance

Maintenance/repair

Education

ISA CCST Level 1 certification

Electrical Apprenticeship certification

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

VFDs

SCADA systems

UPS

Job description

Loudoun Water is seeking an Instrumentation / Control System Technician to install, maintain, troubleshoot, calibrate, and repair a range of industrial control equipment used in water utilities.

The role requires experience with PLCs, VFDs, SCADA systems, and process sensors, with certification opportunities within 12 months. Salary ranges reflect local market norms and the specific duties described.