Instrumentation and Controls Field Technician

Company: PACE - Advanced Water Engineering
Location: Fountain Valley
Posted on: February 21, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description PACE is seeking an Instrumentation and Controls Technician with a comprehensive understanding of advance electrical, instrumentation and PLC control systems and associated component functions, including fabricating, installation, troubleshooting, repair and commissioning to support our growing Instrumentation and Controls (I&C) group. The Instrumentation and Controls Technician will be supporting the design, fabrication and deployment of controls and instrumentation in the following market sectors: Potable & Non-Potable Water Production, Storage & Distribution Water & Wastewater Treatment Pumping Facilities Cogeneration & Solar Power Production Water Quality and Environmental Monitoring Recreational Aquatic Facilities Applicants shall have the following minimum experience: At least 3 years of experience performing field commissioning PLC control panels and troubleshooting and modifying wiring of instrumentation equipment (transducers, transmitters, analyzers, flow meters, VFD, motor controls and electrically actuated valves) Specific Skills Needed: Good understanding on the use of a Fluke and other trouble shooting equipment Troubleshoot analog signals, network communication such as Ethernet IP, Modbus RTU and Modbus TCP/IP Installing and calibrating advanced instrumentation devices according to manufacturer specifications, schematics and P&IDs Understanding of wiring schematics and field instrumentation field wiring through experience or coursework Must be able to work independently and handle complex tasks with limited supervision Strong ability to identify and resolve complex technical issues independently or as part of a team Must be able to analyze a situation, evaluate data and make sound decisions to resolve technical challenges MS Excel, MS Word Valid CA driver's license and insurable driving record Preferences The following skills are not required, but are highly desirable: Commercial/Industrial Electrical experience is definitely a plus Design of control panel and instrumentation systems Exposure to the development of P&ID's and associated I/O diagrams through experience or coursework Familiarity and programming experience with Modicon and/or Allen Bradley using Unity or RS Logix is a plus Proficient with AutoCAD Familiarity and programming experience with SCADA & HMI systems Experience working with PC networks, MS Windows and Apple OS in an industrial environment Experience with water treatment and wastewater treatment facilities, pumping facilities, and water storage / conveyance systems Candidate resumes will be evaluated relative to experience and knowledge of all areas listed above. Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands, handle or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision; color vision is very helpful. Field work and travel with overnight stays will be required. Work Environment Must have good transportation, flexibility to travel with occasional overnight stays in California and states surrounding California. The noise level in the office work environment is moderate. The noise level in the field work environment will include working in and around operating machinery, exposed electrical systems and potentially dusty and dirty environments. The candidate will be required to work in external environments in all weather conditions. Salary Compensation will be commensurate with experience and capabilities. PACE is an equal opportunity employer. At this time, PACE will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization. Local candidates are preferred. No relocation package is offered. If interested, please respond to this posting by submitting your resume with salary requirement and references to: hr@pacewater.com. Company Description PACE is a specialized civil engineering firm focusing on advanced water resource services with unique research and development capabilities through our internal laboratories and water related modeling. We offer a wide range of engineering services related to water, wastewater, stormwater management and water resource planning, and regulatory compliance to ensure projects are both economically viable and environmentally sustainable. Our engineering approach focuses on maximizing value by applying state-of-the art analytical tools and designing water infrastructure systems that include environmental, aesthetic, and recreation uses. PACE staff members include licensed professional engineers with PhDs, university instructors and policymakers in the water resource arena. We invite you to learn more about PACE by visiting our website: pacewater.com. Our Main headquarters is in Fountain Valley, CA. We also have a smaller office in Scottsdale, AZ. When you join our PACE family, you join a group of individuals with a shared passion for water, a desire to grow, and a determination to make a difference. We believe it is important to cultivate a team-oriented, purpose-driven, and encouragement-led culture to best achieve our goals and deliver quality work to our clients. We provide an environment that incorporates professional and personal team building and growth through various interactive programs intended to cultivate a comfortable, collaborative and advanced-thinking environment. We promote these values with programs and events such as company-sponsored luncheons with group activities, training events, project presentations, in-house massages, tournaments using our office putting course, sponsoring community support events, offsite gatherings, and more. We also welcome feedback to best understand our team's needs and concerns and continuously improve our company as a whole. With the following characteristics embedded in our culture, you will feel the difference in working for a company that cares: Collaborative Client-Focused Have Fun Thrive Additionally, we maintain an active office environment to promote collaboration and efficient delivery of projects, with a wide variety of office perks: •\tComplimentary breakfast and casual attire every Friday •\tComplimentary tea, coffee, breakfast bars, and snacks offered daily •\tHealth Incentive program •\tStand up desks •\tYoga ball chair •\tIn-house golf course •\tCafé style break room with big screen TV In addition to the competitive compensation, PTO, paid holiday, insurance and retirement (401k) benefits, PACE also offers: •\tBonus pay opportunities •\tPotential future shareholder opportunities •\tReimbursement for personal health and wellness programs (such as gym memberships) •\tReimbursement for out-of-pocket medical expenses (such as co-pays/deductibles, expenses not qualified for insurance coverage, etc.) •\tTuition, training and association due reimbursement •\tFlexible spending accounts based on pre-tax payroll contributions for dependent care, medical, dental and vision expenses •\tShort-term and Long-term disability insurance •\tLife and AD&D insurance •\tEmployee Assistance Program providing counseling for well-being, legal services, financial wellness and identity theft resources * These programs each have guidelines for eligibility and reimbursement limits. Details of these programs can be provided upon request. Company Description PACE is a specialized civil engineering firm focusing on advanced water resource services with unique research and development capabilities through our internal laboratories and water related modeling. We offer a wide range of engineering services related to water, wastewater, stormwater management and water resource planning, and regulatory compliance to ensure projects are both economically viable and environmentally sustainable. Our engineering approach focuses on maximizing value by applying state-of-the art analytical tools and designing water infrastructure systems that include environmental, aesthetic, and recreation uses. PACE staff members include licensed professional engineers with PhDs, university instructors and policymakers in the water resource arena. We invite you to learn more about PACE by visiting our website: pacewater.com. Our Main headquarters is in Fountain Valley, CA. We also have a smaller office in Scottsdale, AZ.\r\n\r\nWhen you join our PACE family, you join a group of individuals with a shared passion for water, a desire to grow, and a determination to make a difference. We believe it is important to cultivate a team-oriented, purpose-driven, and encouragement-led culture to best achieve our goals and deliver quality work to our clients.\r\n \r\nWe provide an environment that incorporates professional and personal team building and growth through various interactive programs intended to cultivate a comfortable, collaborative and advanced-thinking environment. We promote these values with programs and events such as company-sponsored luncheons with group activities, training events, project presentations, in-house massages, tournaments using our office putting course, sponsoring community support events, offsite gatherings, and more. We also welcome feedback to best understand our team's needs and concerns and continuously improve our company as a whole. With the following characteristics embedded in our culture, you will feel the difference in working for a company that cares:\r\n\r\nCollaborative\r\nClient-Focused\r\nHave Fun\r\nThrive\r\n\r\nAdditionally, we maintain an active office environment to promote collaboration and efficient delivery of projects, with a wide variety of office perks:\r\n\r\n•\tComplimentary breakfast and casual attire every Friday\r\n•\tComplimentary tea, coffee, breakfast bars, and snacks offered daily\r\n•\tHealth Incentive program\r\n•\tStand up desks\r\n•\tYoga ball chair\r\n•\tIn-house golf course\r\n•\tCafé style break room with big screen TV\r\n\r\nIn addition to the competitive compensation, PTO, paid holiday, insurance and retirement (401k) benefits, PACE also offers:\r\n\r\n•\tBonus pay opportunities\r\n•\tPotential future shareholder opportunities\r\n•\tReimbursement for personal health and wellness programs (such as gym memberships)\r\n•\tReimbursement for out-of-pocket medical expenses (such as co-pays/deductibles, expenses not qualified for insurance coverage, etc.)\r\n•\tTuition, training and association due reimbursement\r\n•\tFlexible spending accounts based on pre-tax payroll contributions for dependent care, medical, dental and vision expenses\r\n•\tShort-term and Long-term disability insurance\r\n•\tLife and AD&D insurance\r\n•\tEmployee Assistance Program providing counseling for well-being, legal services, financial wellness and identity theft resources\r\n\r\n* These programs each have guidelines for eligibility and reimbursement limits. Details of these programs can be provided upon request.

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