Instrument & Controls Commissioning Technician

Ameresco

Instrument and Controls Technician for Neogenyx Fuels LLC commissioning renewable natural gas plants. Focus on controls, safety protocols, and technical support across projects.

Posted 7/28/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $3,701 - $5,360 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in instrumentation and control systems, including PLCs, DCS, SCADA, and HMI, with a strong focus on troubleshooting, commissioning, and performance testing. Proficient in using electrical test equipment and instrumentation design software to ensure operational efficiency and safety.

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Instrumentation And Control SystemsPLC ProgrammingFactory Acceptance Testing (FAT)Loop Check ExperienceRockwell Software Studio5000

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Hard Skills

Instrumentation And Control SystemsPLC ProgrammingDCSSCADAHMILoop CheckElectrical Test EquipmentTroubleshootingCommissioningPerformance Testing

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-SolvingDecision-MakingEffective CommunicationInterpersonal Skills

Tools & Technologies

Rockwell Software Studio5000Electrical Test EquipmentBasic Hand ToolsPower Tools

Industry Keywords

Natural Gas ProjectsPower Generation ProjectsFactory Acceptance TestingCommissioningP&IDs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Communicate regularly with the manager regarding any encountered or expected issues with schedule, work scope, or the need for additional resources to solve problems.
Embrace Ameresco’s strong safety culture during all work activities.
Travel to vendor shops to perform Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) work on control panels and other vendor supplied equipment.
Use electrical test equipment to perform I/O verification checks on discrete and analog control circuits from the PLC cabinet to the field device.
Determine the root cause of, and provide corrective action for, any lack of continuity or function.
Verify the function of discrete and analog valves.
Configure, test, and tune valve actuators and positioners.
Assist with the setup, configuration, commissioning, and troubleshooting of plant servers, process networks, HMI graphics, PLC's, site internet service, VPN tunnels, and plant data historians.
Update P&IDs, control panel drawings, and other drawings and schematics as needed according to the commissioning drawing revision procedures.
Provide technical support for mechanical and control system troubleshooting.
Assist with plant performance testing activities and oversee work provided by sub-contracted vendors and commissioning personnel.
Willingness to travel extensively (up to 75% or more) to support commissioning projects as needed.
Perform other duties as required.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate’s degree in a controls-related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
Minimum of three (3) years of experience in instrumentation and controls commissioning.
Demonstrated experience in natural gas or power generation projects.
Strong knowledge of instrumentation and control systems, including PLCs, DCS, SCADA, and HMI.
Proficiency in instrumentation and controls design software and tools.
Loop check experience.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and lead cross-functional teams.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong critical thinking and troubleshooting skills.
Experience with Rockwell Software “Studio5000” software is preferred.
Understanding of the safe use of basic hand and power tools (wrenches, screwdrivers, cordless drills, torque wrench, etc.)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Retirement plans
Paid time off