Instrumentation and Controls Technician - Veolia WTS

Veolia Water Technologies & Solutions (VWTS) is a worldwide leader in water recovery, treatment, and reuse. We design, supply, and service a range of water systems and monitoring equipment in industries ranging from pharmaceutical to food and beverage applications, and from microelectronics ultrapure water to municipal water and industrial wastewater treatment. We are one of the world’s leading manufacturers of total organic carbon (TOC) analyzers and corresponding certified reference materials. Our ground-breaking endotoxin analyzer is the latest addition to our expanding analytical instruments portfolio. We strive to provide not only superior technology and design, but also outstanding quality, service, and application support.

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to showcase your expertise in instrumentation and controls? Look no further! Veolia Water Technologies and Solutions is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Instrumentation and Controls Technician to join our team. We are only interested in candidates from the following areas at this time: LAX or Northern, California or Phoenix, Arizona.

As an Instrumentation and Controls Technician, you will play a crucial role in the development, implementation, and troubleshooting of control systems for water treatment equipment. Your responsibilities will include selecting the appropriate instrumentation, programming Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Human-Machine-Interface stations, SCADA, or other control systems, and ensuring their seamless integration into our water treatment processes.

In addition to your technical expertise, you will also be responsible for documenting your work, performing routine maintenance, and troubleshooting any issues that may arise. Your ability to think critically and problem-solve in a fast-paced environment will be crucial to your success in this role.

To excel in this position, you should possess a strong attention to detail and have a genuine passion for ensuring the highest level of quality and efficiency in our operations. You should have a solid understanding of instrumentation and controls, and be comfortable working with various tools and software programs.

Key Responsibilities: 

-Utilize design documents including Control Logic Diagrams, Shutdown Keys, Loop Diagrams, Instrument Indices, Setpoint Lists, DCS and PLC Design documents to commission and troubleshoot control systems

-Develop and/or redline P&IDs, electrical drawings/schematics, control documents, and transfer lists

-Interface with customers regarding I&C designs and submitted design documents.

-Understand and assess client problems and determine appropriate means of solution

-Perform control system factory acceptance tests with Clients and client-designated representatives.

-Work cross-functionally between engineering and service teams

-Setup and troubleshoot Ethernet based networks to allow connectivity for remote monitoring and/or remote support.

-Other duties as assigned

What will you enjoy from working with us?

-Recognition for your hard work and achievements!

-Opportunity for new challenges! We are growing!

-Competitive pay and benefits including 401k!

-Paid training!

-Strong leadership team!

-An award-winning organization that you will be proud to work for!

At Veolia Water Technologies and Solutions, we pride ourselves on being at the forefront of cutting-edge technology in the water treatment industry. By joining our team as an Instrumentation and Controls Technician, you will have the opportunity to contribute to innovative projects that have a positive impact on our environment and communities.

If you are a self-motivated individual who is eager to take on new challenges and make a difference in the world, then we invite you to apply for the position of Instrumentation and Controls Technician with Veolia Water Technologies and Solutions. Join our team and become part of a company that values your expertise and offers ample opportunities for growth and advancement.

At Veolia, we realize diverse teams make smarter decisions, deliver better results, and build stronger communities. We’re an organization that champions diversity and inclusion at every rung of the ladder and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Because our people are our greatest assets, we also offer competitive compensation and benefits that include:

• Compensation: The salary range is tied to the market for similarly benchmarked roles. The range is not an absolute, but a guide, and offers will be based on the individual candidate’s knowledge, skills, experience and market conditions, as well as internal peer equity. Depending upon all of the preceding considerations for the final selected individual candidate, the offer may be lower or higher than the stated range of $65,000 to $80,000  annually
• Annual Incentive Plan Bonus
• Health & Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation & Sick Time
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) Plan
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts

About You (Skills/Experience Required):

-Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology or 5 years’ experience designing and commissioning instrumentation and control equipment in power plants, chemical process facilities, petroleum refineries or wastewater treatment plants

-Or associates degree in Electronics or Controls with 3 years’ field experience in troubleshooting, commissioning DCS, PLC or SCADA Control Systems.

-Ability to travel in support of domestic; anticipated travel up to 75% and Field emergency calls during off-hours and on weekends

-Ability to support work at remote construction sites: ability to access equipment via ladders & stairs, lift 30 lbs. wear and use Personal Protective Equipment

-Working experience and understanding of fieldbus networks (Controlnet, Devicenet, Foundation Fieldbus)

-2 yrs of water treatment systems and equipment. UF, RO, EDR, EDI, Ion Exchange, pumps, motors, FDA, filtration, and chemical feed systems experience

-Ability to gain and maintain access to sites assigned.

Desired:

-Self-motivated, quick to deliver and a team player

-Effective problem solving skills

-Demonstrated dedication to safety

-An accomplished communicator, able to produce expert technical papers, publications, and design reports

-Demonstrated ability to work independently and remotely with project teams

-Strong oral and written communication skills

-Ability to meet all customer site requirements

We offer competitive compensation and benefits working in a dynamic environment with challenging projects and training provided to ensure your success.

We realize diverse teams make smarter decisions, deliver better results, and build stronger communities. We’re an organization that champions diversity and inclusion at every level and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace!

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.