Instrumentation and Automation Technician
CR/081779
Posted: 09/04/2026
- Competitive hourly rate and comprehensive benefits available.
- United States, Texas, George West
- Contract
PROJECT OVEVIEW:
The Instrumentation & Automation (I&A) Construction Technician is responsible for leading and executing field-based instrumentation and automation construction activities across production facilities. This role focuses on instrumentation, pneumatic and safety systems, panel and field wiring, and AC/DC electrical installations supporting Performance Compressors, Blowcase systems, Instrument Air, Plunger Lift, Gas Lift, and facility Safety Systems.
The technician manages construction crews and delivers high-quality installations, terminations, and commissioning support. While this role does not perform RTU or PLC programming, the technician is expected to have a strong working knowledge of ABB RTU controller hardware, I/O architecture, and termination layouts to effectively support automation projects in collaboration with engineering and automation teams. The role supports FAT/SAT activities and system cutovers to ensure safe, reliable, and optimized production operations.
EDUCATION
People are our business worldwide
Orion Group was founded in 1987 and is now one of the largest, independent, international recruitment companies. We have a network of 200 employees working from 24 offices, delivering a range of services – Talent Acquisition, Recruitment Outsourcing Services, Retained Search, Global Workforce Solutions, Completions & Commissioning and Materials Management – across 68 countries. As a global leader in workforce solutions, we recruit personnel across the Engineering & Technical, Office & Commercial, Scientific and Skilled Trades disciplines, for sectors including Oil & Gas, Life Science, Power & Utilities, Constructions & Infrastructure, Manufacturing and Renewables.
The Instrumentation & Automation (I&A) Construction Technician is responsible for leading and executing field-based instrumentation and automation construction activities across production facilities. This role focuses on instrumentation, pneumatic and safety systems, panel and field wiring, and AC/DC electrical installations supporting Performance Compressors, Blowcase systems, Instrument Air, Plunger Lift, Gas Lift, and facility Safety Systems.
The technician manages construction crews and delivers high-quality installations, terminations, and commissioning support. While this role does not perform RTU or PLC programming, the technician is expected to have a strong working knowledge of ABB RTU controller hardware, I/O architecture, and termination layouts to effectively support automation projects in collaboration with engineering and automation teams. The role supports FAT/SAT activities and system cutovers to ensure safe, reliable, and optimized production operations.
EDUCATION
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Vocational training or technical degree in Instrumentation, Electrical, or Automation preferred.
- Proven experience managing field crews and coordinating I&A construction activities.
- Strong hands-on background in instrumentation installation, calibration, and troubleshooting.
- Working knowledge of ABB RTU controller equipment, including hardware components, I/O layouts, and termination practices.
- Experience with panel installation, wiring, and marshalling.
- Experience installing and troubleshooting AC and DC electrical systems.
- Familiarity with pneumatic control systems and facility safety shutdown equipment.
- Understanding of compressor facilities, gas lift systems, and safety interlocks.
- Experience supporting automation projects without performing control logic programming.
- Proficient in calibration of transmitters, switches, and control valves.
- Strong understanding of analog and discrete I/O signal types and wiring practices.
- Skilled in FAT/SAT support activities from a hardware and field execution perspective.
- Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, wiring diagrams, loop sheets, and termination drawings.
- Knowledge of grounding, shielding, and panel best practices.
People are our business worldwide
Orion Group was founded in 1987 and is now one of the largest, independent, international recruitment companies. We have a network of 200 employees working from 24 offices, delivering a range of services – Talent Acquisition, Recruitment Outsourcing Services, Retained Search, Global Workforce Solutions, Completions & Commissioning and Materials Management – across 68 countries. As a global leader in workforce solutions, we recruit personnel across the Engineering & Technical, Office & Commercial, Scientific and Skilled Trades disciplines, for sectors including Oil & Gas, Life Science, Power & Utilities, Constructions & Infrastructure, Manufacturing and Renewables.
Kevin Kinzie
Senior Account Manager
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