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Instrumentation & Controls Technician, Water Treatment (Starlink)
Bastrop, TX
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RESTPLCElectrical EngineeringControlsCommunicationSCADA
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About the role
- This is not a role for someone who prefers to sit at a desk.
- We need a hands-on problem solver who can troubleshoot a PLC panel in the morning, calibrate sensitive chemical analyzers in the afternoon, and help redesign a control loop before the end of the day.
- You will take ownership of the "eyes and ears" of our water systems, ensuring uptime for critical production lines and safety for the rest of the operations team.
Responsibilities
- Perform installation, calibration, troubleshooting, and repair of industrial instrumentation, including pH, ORP, conductivity, turbidity, flow, level, pressure, and temperature transmitters
- Troubleshoot and maintain control panels, PLCs (Allen Bradley/Siemens), VFDs, and motor starters related to water treatment skids
- Work closely with the water operations team to optimize chemical dosing pumps and automated valves for process efficiency
- Maintain accurate records of calibration and maintenance activities
Requirements
- 3+ years of professional experience in industrial maintenance, instrumentation, or industrial electrical work
- Experience working with low voltage controls (24VDC) and high voltage power (up to 480VAC)
Skills
- Associate degree in instrumentation technology, electrical engineering technology, or a related field
- Experience specifically within water/wastewater treatment facilities (RO, DI, UF, Clarification and Precipitation, Thermal Evaporators)
- Proficiency with Allen Bradley and Siemens PLCs (ControlLogix, CompactLogix) and Ignition SCADA software
- Strong understanding of fluid dynamics, pumps, and automated valves
- Ability to solder, terminate wires, and fabricate simple brackets/conduit runs
- Knowledge of NEC (National Electrical Code) and NFPA 70E standards
- Experience with chemical handling systems and hazardous production materials
Company info
- SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not.
Visa & Work Authorization
- citizen or national, (ii) U
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