Instrumentation Technician (Maintenance)

International Flavors & Fragrances Inc.; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime eligibility

On-site role

Shift flexibility

Job summary

International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. seeks an Instrumentation Technician (Maintenance) to sustain and optimize advanced process systems in a bioscience environment.

This on-site role in Palo Alto requires hands-on calibration, troubleshooting, and documentation in a fast-paced lab setting. You will work with PLC platforms, HMI/SCADA tools, and P&ID schematics, ensuring reliability and safety across fermentation and related pilot-scale operations.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in process instrumentation troubleshooting, repair, and calibration.
• Associate degree (AA/AS) in Electrical, Electronic, or Instrumentation Technologies, or equivalent training.
• Practical experience with process equipment and basic mechanical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical diagrams and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate and maintain process equipment, including sensors, transducers and load cells.
• Troubleshoot control systems, electrical and electronic instrumentation.
• Support PLC-based systems and HMI/SCADA tooling.
• Interpret P&ID diagrams and electrical schematics.
• Maintain records and follow SOPs and BOMs.

Skills

Process instrumentation

Troubleshooting

PLC platforms

HMI/SCADA

Reading schematics

Documentation

Communication

Education

AA/AS in Electrical, Electronic, or Instrumentation Technologies

Tools

Rockwell

Siemens

GE/Emerson

DVM

Oscilloscope

Current loop analyzers

Job description

## Instrumentation Technician (Maintenance)Apply: On-site: Palo Alto, CA, USA: Full time: Posted 15 Days Ago: End Date: September 30, 2026 (13 days left to apply): R13932**Job Summary**Are you ready to apply your technical expertise to maintain and optimize advanced process systems in a cutting-edge bioscience environment?IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences. We deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products.**Health & Biosciences:** Channeling our passion for nature and bioscience into sustainable, life-enhancing technologies that power innovative solutions across healthcare, food, consumer and industrial markets.The role is an hourly position based in **Palo Alto, CA (onsite)**. Be part of a **motivated, customer-focused, and solution-oriented** team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration.## **Where You’ll Make a Difference*** Calibrate and maintain a wide range of process equipment, including electronic and pneumatic devices, and instruments measuring temperature, pressure, level, flow, and weight (load cells)* Troubleshoot and repair control systems, including control loops (0–10 VDC and 4–20 mA), electrical and electronic systems, and process instrumentation* Support maintenance and troubleshooting of systems using PLC platforms (Rockwell, Siemens, GE/Emerson) and HMI/SCADA tools* Interpret and work with Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID) and electrical schematics* Operate and maintain process equipment across lab-scale fermentation systems with potential exposure to pilot-scale operations* Perform preventive electrical and mechanical maintenance on process equipment* Diagnose and resolve issues across electrical, pneumatic, electronic, and mechanical systems* Maintain accurate records, follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Bills of Materials (BOMs), and use MS Office tools for documentation and reporting## **What Makes You the Right Fit*** 1–3 years of experience in process instrumentation troubleshooting, repair, and calibration* Associate degree (AA/AS) in Electrical, Electronic, or Instrumentation Technologies, or equivalent technical training* Practical experience with process equipment and basic mechanical systems* Ability to read and interpret technical diagrams and schematics* Strong troubleshooting skills across instrumentation and control systems* Effective communication skills and ability to organize and prioritize work independently* Positive mindset, strong work ethic, and willingness to contribute to a growing team* Flexibility to work alternative shifts, overtime, and participate in on-call schedules when needed## **How Would You Stand Out*** Experience with laboratory or fermentation process environments* Familiarity with diagnostic tools such as digital voltmeters (DVM), oscilloscopes, and current loop analyzers* Knowledge of mechanical systems including belt drives, pulleys, and torque specifications## **Why Choose Us*** Opportunity to work in an innovative Health & Biosciences environment* Exposure to advanced process technologies and systems* Career growth opportunities across lab and pilot-scale operations* Collaborative and supportive team culture* Competitive hourly compensation with overtime eligibility* Commitment to safety, inclusion, and employee development**Working Hours & Flexibility*** Hourly, non-exempt position eligible for overtime* Standard schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM* Occasional alternative shift: 10:30 AM – 6:30 PM (2–3 times per year for ~30 days)* Ability to work overtime and provide on-call support* Physical requirements include lifting up to 50 lbs and working at heightsWe are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.Visit IFF.com/careers/workplace-diversity-and-inclusion to learn moreSalary Ranges:65.513,00ᅠ-ᅠ93.590,00ᅠUSD