Remote Instrumentation Technician – Industrial Automation

Placements24; Queenstown (MD); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remote salary package

Home office expense allowance

Comprehensive medical aid

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Instrumentation Technician for a fully remote role supporting industrial clients nationwide, including regions near Queenstown. The role covers installation, calibration, maintenance, and repair of process control instrumentation used in manufacturing, chemical processing, and energy sectors.

The candidate will diagnose complex issues remotely, guide on-site personnel through calibration procedures, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• National Diploma or NTC 3 qualification in Instrumentation, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Trade Test Certificate as an Instrumentation Technician.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial instrumentation and control systems.
• Strong knowledge of process measurement and control principles.

Responsibilities

• Perform remote diagnostics and troubleshooting of process control instrumentation systems.
• Guide on-site personnel through calibration procedures for various instruments (e.g., pressure, temperature, flow, level transmitters).
• Analyze instrument performance data and recommend adjustments or maintenance.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance schedules for instrumentation assets.
• Assist in the design and selection of new instrumentation for process upgrades or installations.
• Provide technical support and expertise to plant engineers and maintenance teams via remote channels.
• Ensure instrumentation systems comply with industry standards, safety regulations, and calibration requirements.
• Create and maintain detailed documentation, including calibration certificates, maintenance logs, and technical reports.
• Troubleshoot issues related to control valves, actuators, and associated pneumatic or electrical systems.
• Stay updated on the latest instrumentation technologies and best practices.

Skills

Remote diagnostics

Troubleshooting

Calibration procedures

Instrumentation knowledge

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

National Diploma or NTC 3 in Instrumentation / Electrical Engineering

Trade Test Certificate as Instrumentation Technician

Tools

DCS (Distributed Control Systems)

PLC (Programmable Logic Controllers)

Calibration equipment

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Instrumentation Technician for a fully remote role supporting industrial clients nationwide, including regions near Queenstown. The role covers installation, calibration, maintenance, and repair of process control instrumentation used in manufacturing, chemical processing, and energy sectors.

The candidate will diagnose complex issues remotely, guide on-site personnel through calibration procedures, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.