Instrumentation Technician

JC Automation Corp.; Humacao (PR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

On-the-job training

OSHA certification support

Career growth

Job summary

JC Automation Corp. (JCA) is seeking an entry-level Instrumentation Technician to join the systems integration and technical support team in a hands-on, mentorship-driven environment.

Recent graduates will work with experienced engineers on real projects, gaining skills in instrumentation and control systems from day one. You will contribute to FAT procedures, loop checks, and system validation while learning to read schematics and P&IDs.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical diploma in Instrumentation, Electronics, Electrical Technology, or related field.
• Basic understanding of instrumentation concepts (pressure, flow, level, temperature).
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings or schematics.
• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English (oral and written).

Responsibilities

• Support the configuration, testing, and troubleshooting of instrumentation and control systems under supervision.
• Assist with Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and system validation activities.
• Participate in I/O checks, loop verification, and signal testing.
• Provide technical support to customers and internal teams as directed.
• Help diagnose system issues and document findings for corrective action.
• Learn to interpret P&IDs, wiring diagrams, and control schematics — training provided.
• Assist with control panel testing and verification.
• Document configurations, test results, and technical reports accurately.
• Support system upgrades, retrofits, and new project implementations.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in Instrumentation/Electronics

Tools

PLC basics

Job description

JC Automation Corp. (JCA) was founded in 1997 with the mission of filling a gap between technology and regulatory requirements in the life science manufacturing industry. The company offers highly capable resources at an affordable cost to build solutions and execute projects in: Automation, Control Systems Integration, Information Technology, System Integration and Regulatory Compliance.

JCA is a HUBZone Certified Small Business Firm, NMSDC Certified Minority Business Enterprise, and Certified Critical Industry Supplier. It’s mission is to add value by delivering quality services & solutions on time all the time by transforming processes & technology into business advantages.

JOB SUMMARY

We are looking for a motivated Instrumentation Technician to join our systems integration and technical support team. This is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates of technical or engineering programs who are eager to develop hands-on skills in instrumentation and control systems. You will work alongside experienced engineers and senior technicians on real-world projects, with mentorship and structured training from day one.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the configuration, testing, and troubleshooting of instrumentation and control systems under supervision.
• Assist with Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and system validation activities.
• Participate in I/O checks, loop verification, and signal testing.
• Provide technical support to customers and internal teams as directed.
• Help diagnose system issues and document findings for corrective action.
• Learn to interpret P&IDs, wiring diagrams, and control schematics — training provided.
• Assist with control panel testing and verification.
• Document configurations, test results, and technical reports accurately.
• Support system upgrades, retrofits, and new project implementations.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• Education: Associate degree or technical diploma in Instrumentation, Electronics, Electrical Technology, or a related field (recent graduates encouraged to apply).
• Basic understanding of instrumentation concepts (pressure, flow, level, temperature) from coursework or lab training.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings or schematics — or willingness to develop this skill on the job.
• Language: Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English (oral and written).

Preferred (Not Required)

• Internship, co-op, capstone project, or school lab experience in instrumentation, automation, or control systems.
• Exposure to calibration equipment or test instruments (multimeters, signal generators, etc.).
• Familiarity with PLC or SCADA concepts from coursework.
• OSHA 10-Hour certification or willingness to obtain it (company-supported).

KEY SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• Eagerness to learn troubleshooting skills — hardware and basic software.
• Attention to detail and analytical thinking.
• Effective communication skills, including client-facing interactions.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and stay organized on project-based work.
• Team-oriented mindset and openness to feedback.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Hands-on mentorship from senior instrumentation engineers and technicians.
• Structured on-the-job training in FAT procedures, loop checks, and system validation.
• Exposure to real automation and control projects across multiple industries.
• Support for professional certifications (OSHA, calibration, vendor-specific training).
• Clear pathway for career growth in instrumentation, automation, and systems integration.

If you recently completed a program in Instrumentation, Electronics, or Electrical Technology and are ready to grow in a hands-on technical environment, we want to hear from you.