Instrument & Control Technician

About the role

AES is seeking an Instrument & Control Technician to troubleshoot, maintain, and repair plant instrumentation, Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), and Continuous Emission Monitoring Systems (CEMS). The role supports 24/7 operations in a dynamic, safety‑focused environment.

Key responsibilities

• Perform testing, calibration, maintenance, repair, and replacement of process instrumentation and control systems.
• Interpret and update control drawings, P&ID’s, loop sheets, and schematics.
• Coordinate activities with operations, maintenance, engineering, contractors, and vendors to ensure plant safety and efficiency.
• Record work requests and results in SAP and execute both routine and non‑routine preventive and corrective maintenance.

Required profile

• Associate degree in Instrumentation or Engineering (preferred).
• 3+ years of industrial plant experience or equivalent power‑plant training.
• Strong organizational skills, ability to meet deadlines, and self‑motivation.
• Fluent in English and Spanish with good communication abilities.

Required skills

• Knowledge of ABB INFI 90 DCS and associated field devices.
• Experience with PLCs and CEMS hardware/software.
• Proficiency in reading P&ID’s, loop sheets, and schematics.
• Familiarity with SAP for work order management.
• Computer skills: MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint.