Veolia

Instrumentation and Controls Technician

Veolia$79K — $84K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Associate Degree or Diploma in Electronic Engineering/Technology or similar field
  • 8-10 years of experience in process control, surpassing the typical 5-year benchmark
  • Proven project leadership experience with relevant certifications preferred
  • Experience in the water industry is favorable
  • Physical ability to perform tasks involving lifting, climbing, and working in varying conditions

Responsibilities

  • Design and integrate technical drawings, P&IDs, and electrical schematics for plant systems
  • Program and configure PLCs, DCS, and HMI systems to improve operational processes
  • Perform complex electrical work including wiring, power distribution, and device layout
  • Lead commissioning of new equipment, ensuring compliance with business and regulatory standards
  • Create system design diagrams, maintenance reports, and as-built documentation
  • Establish safety compliance standards and develop necessary safety protocols
  • Provide expert-level support for emergency plant repairs beyond technician capabilities

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance from day one
  • Life insurance coverage
  • Generous paid time off and holidays
  • Parental leave policy
  • 401(k) plan with matching contributions
  • Flexible spending and health savings accounts
  • Accidental death & dismemberment insurance
  • Disability insurance options
  • Tuition reimbursement program
Full Job Description
Job Description

The Electrical, Instrumentation & Controls (E&I) Specialist is a high-level technical role that bridges the
gap between field maintenance and system engineering. This individual is a subject matter expert
responsible for the design, integration, and advanced troubleshooting of complex electrical and
automated control systems within the plant. Unlike a standard technician, the Specialist leads capital
projects, authors technical documentation, and develops PLC/SCADA logic while remaining "hands-on"
for critical plant repairs and commissioning.

Key Characteristics
  • Systems Thinking: Ability to design integrated control loops and understand the "big picture" of plant water treatment functions
  • Advanced Problem-Solving: Capability to resolve chronic equipment issues through root-cause analysis and logic modifications
  • Leadership without Management: Acts as a technical lead for contractors and junior technicians during plant outages and system upgrades
  • High-Stakes Decision Quality: Makes critical decisions regarding system architecture and safety protocols to ensure 24/7 operational efficiency

Duties & Responsibilities
  • System Design & Integration: Author and modify technical drawings, P&IDs, and electrical schematics for new plant installations or equipment repositioning
  • Advanced Programming: Design, program, and configure PLCs, DCS, and HMI systems (primarily Allen-Bradley) to optimize plant processes
  • Complex Electrical Work: Execute high-level electrical tasks including wiring, power distribution, and the layout of new metering and signaling devices
  • Project Commissioning: Lead the commissioning of new mobile equipment and fixed plant facilities, ensuring all instrumentation meets business and regulatory specifications
  • Lifecycle Documentation: Prepare comprehensive system design diagrams, maintenance reports, and "as-built" documentation for the facility
  • Safety & Compliance Leadership: Set the standard for OSHA and environmental safety compliance, including the development of spill response and arc flash protocols)
  • Emergency Technical Support: Provide expert-level response to plant emergency repairs that exceed the scope of standard technician capabilities

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Preferred:
  • Expertise in Control Theory: Deep knowledge of analog/digital integrated circuits and modern electronics technology
  • Industrial Networking: Proficiency in configuring communication protocols between field devices, PLCs, and SCADA systems
  • Regulatory Mastery: Advanced knowledge of water industry regulations, OSHA standards, and National Electrical Code (NEC)
  • Physical Dexterity: Ability to perform physical duties including lifting 50lbs, climbing, and working in various weather conditions at industrial sites

Compensation: $38.00-$40.50

Qualifications

Qualifications:
  • Associate Degree or Diploma in Electronic Engineering/Technology or a related field
  • Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in process control (exceeding the standard 5-year requirement)

Preferred:
  • Proven Project Leadership experience and relevant professional certifications (e.g., ISA CCST or Journeyman Electrician License)
  • Relevant certifications
  • Experience in the water industry
  • Proven project leadership experience in this domain
  • Ability and willingness to work in various weather conditions (indoor / outdoor)
  • Ability and willingness to perform physical duties such as lifting up to 50 pounds, climbing, working at elevated heights, and manual dexterity
  • Ability and willingness to work in industrial facilities, manufacturing facilities, and power industry facilities
  • Ability and willingness to travel (10%) for install and repair if needed
  • Ability and willingness to work holidays and weekends based on business demand


Additional Information

Why Veolia?
  • Join a company that values Responsibility, Solidarity, Innovation, Customer Focus, and Respect.
  • You'll receive comprehensive technical and commercial training, direct mentorship from experienced Account Managers, and a clear pathway to Account Manager promotion with direct account responsibilities.

Career Development Path:
  • This position is designed as a stepping stone to Account Manager, where you'll assume direct customer responsibility and independent account management upon demonstrating commercial excellence.

Ready to transition your technical expertise into a rewarding customer-facing career while
making a difference in water treatment and sustainability? Apply today!


  • Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Starting Day 1!
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays
  • Parental Leave
  • 401(k) Plan - 3% default contribution plus matching!
  • Flexible Spending & Health Saving Accounts
  • AD&D Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement

About Veolia

Veolia is a French multinational company that provides water, waste, and energy management services to clients. The company operates in more than 40 countries and serves over 100 million people. Veolia was founded in 1853 and is headquartered in Paris, France. The company is listed on the Euronext stock exchange and has a market capitalization of over $10 billion.
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179,718 employees
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Founded
1984
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