Senior Instrumentation Technician — Lead Field & Control Systems

Process Controls & Instrumentation; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Process Controls & Instrumentation is seeking an experienced instrumentation professional to install, test, and repair systems used by production equipment. You will lead field teams, direct maintenance work, and ensure adherence to established performance and quality standards.

The role requires extensive hands-on knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic principles, plus PLC/SCADA/DCS experience. Travel to customer sites and remote locations may be involved as needed.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent; ISA certification preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years' experience in instrumentation, control, or related field.
• Coursework in electricity, hydraulics, and pneumatics; apprenticeship or formal training is a plus.
• Experience with PLCs, SCADA, DCS, and distributed control knowledge is essential.

Responsibilities

• Plans, develops, and directs work activities of staff.
• Supports project maintenance and construction.
• Prepares calibration and maintenance reports and work orders.
• Responds to emergencies and supports customers as needed.
• Verifies and optimizes process control strategies across systems.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Electrical knowledge

Instrumentation theory

Troubleshooting

PLC/SCADA

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

ISA Certification

Apprenticeship

Tools

PLCs

SCADA

DCS

Ovation

Job description

Process Controls & Instrumentation is seeking an experienced instrumentation professional to install, test, and repair systems used by production equipment. You will lead field teams, direct maintenance work, and ensure adherence to established performance and quality standards.

The role requires extensive hands-on knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic principles, plus PLC/SCADA/DCS experience. Travel to customer sites and remote locations may be involved as needed.