Principal Instrumentation, Controls, & Electrical Technician

Associated Electric Cooperative, Inc.

$85K — $100K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Typically 10+ years of experience in power plant operation and maintenance or equivalent industrial systems.
  • Extensive background in instrumentation, control systems, electrical equipment, and automation technologies.
  • Advanced troubleshooting skills with SCADA, PLCs, DCS platforms, and industrial communication protocols.
  • Experience handling medium-voltage equipment and gas turbine power generation systems.
  • Proven ability to plan, execute, and evaluate complex technical projects independently.

Responsibilities

  • Lead troubleshooting and maintenance efforts for DCS, PLC, SCADA, instrumentation, and electrical systems.
  • Provide technical guidance during plant operations, start-ups, and emergencies.
  • Oversee control system upgrades, repairs, contractor tasks, and project execution.
  • Analyze performance data to identify preventive and predictive maintenance opportunities.
  • Create and maintain procedures, documentation, work orders, and operational records.
  • Collaborate with plant staff, engineering teams, and contractors to enhance reliability and performance.

Benefits

  • Total compensation package reflecting experience and contributions.
  • Generous 401(k) program with employer match for financial security.
  • Paid time off and holidays to support work-life integration.
  • Comprehensive healthcare plan with medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on the first day.
Full Job Description
As a Principal Instrumentation, Controls and Electrical Technician, you will provide expert-level technical leadership to support the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of power generation equipment. You will troubleshoot complex instrumentation, control, automation, and electrical systems while leading system upgrades, technical projects, and continuous improvement efforts that strengthen plant performance. What You’ll Do • Lead advanced troubleshooting and maintenance of DCS, PLC, SCADA, instrumentation, and electrical systems. • Provide technical leadership during plant start-ups, shutdowns, normal operations, and emergency conditions. • Lead control system upgrades, repairs, contractor activities, and technical project execution. • Analyze equipment performance and trends to identify preventive and predictive maintenance opportunities. • Develop and maintain procedures, technical documentation, work orders, and operational records. • Partner with plant personnel, engineering teams, and contractors to improve reliability, safety, and system performance. What You’ll Need • Typically 10+ years of experience operating and maintaining power plants or comparable industrial systems. • Extensive experience with instrumentation, control systems, electrical equipment, and automation technologies. • Advanced troubleshooting expertise with SCADA, PLCs, DCS platforms, and industrial communication protocols. • Experience with medium-voltage equipment and gas turbine power generation. • Ability to independently plan, execute, and evaluate complex technical work with minimal supervision. What Associated provides: • We are committed to rewarding talent with top pay. Your efforts will be recognized with a total compensation package that reflects your experience and contributions. • Plan for your future with confidence! We offer a robust 401(k) program with a generous employer match to help you build the financial future you deserve. • We know how important work-life integration is. Recharge with PTO and enjoy paid holidays, ensuring you have time to unwind and pursue your passions outside of work. • Your health matters to us! Stay covered beginning on your first day of employment with our premier healthcare plan that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.

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