Electrical and Instrumentational Field Technician

ITAC•Newport News, VA

19h•Onsite

About The Position

ITAC serves Process & Industrial clients with integrated engineering and construction services for complex capital projects. They also offer specialty services including power systems services and products, custom machine fabrication, and fall protection services and equipment. Founded in 1988, ITAC is an ENR-Ranked Top Design Firm with a nationwide footprint and over 450 employees operating from 6 offices in Virginia, North Carolina, and South Carolina. They provide Fortune 500 companies with innovative design-build solutions, specializing in power generation & utilities, chemicals, food & beverage, forest products, advanced manufacturing, and minerals & metals. ITAC's purpose is to make life better, providing employees with resources and flexibility for a rewarding career and fulfilling family life. ITAC is 100% employee-owned through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and Direct Stock Ownership, allowing every team member to be an owner who shares in the company’s growth and earnings. They offer a comprehensive benefits package and numerous employee incentives, serving and caring for employees like family. They hire passionate, motivated people with an innovative mindset and a desire to grow, offering challenging, fast-paced projects and a collaborative team environment. This is a seconded position, meaning the selected candidate will be employed by ITAC but work full-time on assignment with one of their clients. Day-to-day responsibilities will be managed on-site with the client, while ITAC provides ongoing support, resources, and benefits as the employer. This position is for an expected duration of 1 (one) year with an opportunity for permanent employment or extension. The objective of the role is to support the team by providing hands-on electrical, instrumentation, and PLC support through field troubleshooting, calibration, documenting updates, and control system maintenance. This role focuses on maintaining safe, reliable, and code‑compliant electrical and process control systems by assisting with drawings, loop documentation, and system modifications while collaborating closely with engineers, project leads, operations, and maintenance personnel.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience in electrical, instrumentation, or controls support within an industrial or manufacturing environment.
Technical degree, associate degree, or equivalent hands-on experience in Electrical Technology, Instrumentation, Automation, or a related field.
Working knowledge of PLC systems and industrial control panels.
Experience performing instrumentation calibration and basic loop troubleshooting.
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, control drawings, and loop diagrams.
Familiarity with Autodesk CAD (Vault experience a plus).
Basic knowledge of NFPA 70E; familiarity with NFPA 497/499 preferred.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment and follow established procedures.
Ability to self-manage daily tasks while adapting to changing priorities.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to operate safely and in compliance with site guidelines and safety requirements.

Nice To Haves

Vault experience (Autodesk CAD)
Familiarity with NFPA 497/499

Responsibilities

Assist with maintaining and updating electrical and instrumentation drawings, including schematics, wiring diagrams, and control loop documentation under the guidance of senior engineers.
Support PLC-based control systems by assisting with I/O troubleshooting, basic logic changes, backups, and downloads following change management procedures.
Troubleshoot electrical, instrumentation, and control system issues using basic hand tools and meters, diagrams, blueprints, loop sheets, and P&IDs.
Support startup, shutdown, and commissioning activities for modified electrical and control systems.
Perform calibration, functional testing, and verification of field instrumentation, including pressure, temperature, flow, and level devices.
Assist with performing predictive maintenance activities, to include establishing condition-based maintenance set points, and instrument status in maintenance and engineering records.
Identify failed or out-of-tolerance instruments and coordinate corrective actions with engineering or maintenance teams.