Process Instrumentation Technician - BioScience Lab

Danisco US Inc.

Palo Alto (CA)

On-site

USD 44,000 - 62,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

IFF is seeking an on-site Instrumentation Technician in Palo Alto, CA to maintain and optimize advanced process systems in a bioscience environment. The role supports lab-scale fermentation equipment, electrical and pneumatic instrumentation, and PLC-driven control systems.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of instrumentation experience and an AA/AS in Electrical, Electronic, or Instrumentation Technologies. Overtime and varied shifts are possible; strong documentation habits are essential.

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.
Strong troubleshooting skills across instrumentation and control systems.

Responsibilities

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 P&ID and electrical schematics.
Operate and maintain process equipment across lab-scale fermentation systems with potential exposure to pilot-scale operations.