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Wunderlich-Malec

Instrumentation Field Technician

Tigard, OR · On-site

$20.75 - $28.50/hr

Rated as a top System Integrator Giant We have several Instrumentation Field Technician positions ... Control Panel drawings along with understanding Sequence Of Operations. Responsibility for the red ...

Wunderlich-Malec

Senior I&C Engineer

Tigard, OR · On-site

... panel layouts. This effort includes the ability to architect and specify control system designs and give work direction to technicians creating the drawings * Knowledge of the NEC and associated ...

Wunderlich-Malec

Senior I&C Engineer

Tigard, OR · On-site

... panel layouts. This effort includes the ability to architect and specify control system designs and give work direction to technicians creating the drawings * Knowledge of the NEC and associated ...

Central Electronic Alarm

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Licensed Low Voltage Service / Install Alarm Tech

Portland, OR · On-site

$40 - $50/hr

Installation, programming, and testing of fire alarm control panels (FACP) and initiating ... Our reputation is built on the expertise of our technicians. When you join Central Electronic Alarm ...

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As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for control panel technician in Oregon is $22.56, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.33 and $24.66 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a control panel technician?

A Control Panel Technician assembles, installs, tests, and maintains electrical control panels used in various industrial and commercial applications. They read and interpret wiring diagrams, connect electrical components, and ensure systems function correctly. This role requires knowledge of electrical systems, wiring practices, and safety regulations. Control Panel Technicians also troubleshoot and repair faulty panels to ensure reliable operation.

What are typical daily tasks and work environments for control panel technicians?

Control Panel Technicians usually spend their workdays assembling, wiring, and troubleshooting electrical control panels in manufacturing or industrial workshop settings. They often interpret schematics and wiring diagrams, use hand and power tools, and perform quality checks to ensure compliance with safety and industry standards. Collaboration with engineers, electricians, and other technicians is common, especially when resolving technical issues or working on large projects. The role may involve standing for long periods and adhering to strict safety procedures, making attention to detail and communication essential for success.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a control panel technician, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Control Panel Technician, you need a strong background in electrical and mechanical systems, blueprint reading, and hands-on assembly, often backed by a relevant technical diploma or associate degree. Familiarity with electrical testing tools, PLC programming, wiring diagrams, and industry certifications like OSHA or NEC compliance is highly valuable. Attention to detail, strong problem-solving abilities, and effective teamwork skills help set top technicians apart. These competencies ensure accurate, safe, and efficient assembly, troubleshooting, and maintenance of control panels in a collaborative industrial environment.

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Infographic showing various Control Panel Technician job openings in Oregon as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 17% As Needed, and 83% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $46,918 per year, or $22.6 per hour.

Instrumentation Field Technician

Wunderlich-Malec

Tigard, OR • On-site

$20.75 - $28.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 3 days ago

Job description

Wunderlich-Malec Engineering (WM) is a 100% employee-owned ESOP and one of the largest and most well-established engineering companies in the United States. When you join WM you become part of a company that is:
  • 100% employee-owned with 40+ years of industry history
  • ENR (Engineering News Record) Top 500 firm
  • Rated as a top System Integrator Giant

We have several Instrumentation Field Technician positions open in our Tigard, Oregon location. Minimum of two years of field experience. Each of these people will play a key role in the business unit due to daily exposure to the customer and supporting the customer as needed. This position is a representation of the entire effort put forward to support the customer and is extremely important to the overall success of the relationship with the customer.
Please Note: This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization, including H-1B sponsorship.
Responsibilities
  • Instrumentation - Specification, start-up, calibration, and troubleshooting of site related instrumentation. This includes but is not limited to transmitters such as flow, pressure, temperature, position, vibration, and current. Additional instrumentation includes, but is not limited to, analyzers for dissolved oxygen, ORP, turbidity, pH, conductivity, and particle counting.
  • Systems Drawings - Ability to read Process and Instrumentation, Control Loop, installations details, and Control Panel drawings along with understanding Sequence Of Operations. Responsibility for the red line as-built mark-up of drawings to document the current state of existing control systems
  • Motor Control Equipment - Troubleshooting motor control equipment - FVNR Motor Starters, Variable Frequency Drives, and Soft Starts. Knowledgeable of all necessary safety requirements while working with this type of equipment
  • SCADA Software - Develop, Modify and Troubleshooting SCADA software, GE Vernova's Cimplicity and Inductive Automation's Ignition. Knowledge of industrial protocols is a plus, Modbus, ProfiNet, IO-Link, MQTT, Sparkplug B, Ethernet/IP
  • PLC Equipment - Troubleshooting PLC logic (Rockwell SLC, PLC5, CLX, and Emerson RX3i, 90/30), relay logic, and other associated control equipment
  • Equipment modifications - Able to recommend necessary equipment modifications in the field, both mechanical and electrical
  • Computer/ Networking - Installation and start-up of computer and networking equipment. Experience with industrial networking is a plus, DLR, PRP, Daisy Chain, Star

Minimum Requirements
Education Technical Associate degree or training and/or equivalent experience may be substituted.
Experience
  • Ideal candidate would have over 2 years' experience with the responsibilities listed; instrumentation, system drawings, motor control equipment, PLC Equipment, Equipment Modifications, Telemetry Equipment, Computer & Networking Equipment
  • Able to work effectively and professionally with Customers and maintain business relationships
  • Ability to work as part of a team professionally
  • Must have a valid driver's license with the ability to travel to and from client sites as required
  • Must be fluent in Microsoft Office applications including Word and Excel
  • Experience working with general contractors, other trades (e.g. electrical, mechanical, HVAC) a plus
  • Building management system (BMS) experience a plus
  • Semiconductor environment control for clean space, providing heating, cooling and waste management a plus

Physical Demands of Position Must be able to have full dexterity of hands and feet at a job site. Ladder and possible confined space access required. Use of hand tools required. Seeing, color perception, hearing, clear speech, dexterity in hands, driving, lifting, climbing, ability to mount and dismount equipment, pushing, pulling, warm and cold temperature conditions, sun exposure, moisture, potential exposure to hazardous materials and electrical voltages.
Working/Residence Plan
  • 80% to100% work site location; (outside of PTO)
  • Standard Monday-Friday working hours with occasional hours over 40 and possible weekend requirements
  • Construction and industrial environment. Frequent PC and cell phone usage

Working Environment On-site office environment, diverse industrial environments. On-site environment could require work in various temperature conditions; in and/or around moisture, on slippery and/or uneven surfaces; will require frequent standing, and occasional bending, squatting, climbing, twisting, balancing, and reaching; will have exposure to noise, vibrations and chemicals. May require irregular or extended hours, subject to being on call.
*Job Descriptions are not exhaustive lists of all skills, responsibilities, or efforts associated with a job. They reflect principal job elements essential for performing the job and evaluating performance.
Wunderlich-Malec is proud to offer a comprehensive employee-owner benefit package. Full-time employees may be eligible for the following benefits: Medical • Dental • Vision • Basic and Supplemental Life and AD&D • Long Term Disability • Voluntary Short Term Disability • Healthcare & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts • Health Savings Account • Paid Time Off (PTO) • Paid Holidays • Tuition Reimbursement • Referral Bonus Program • 401(k)/Profit Sharing • 100% ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) • Employee Assistance Program • Will Preparation Resources • Worldwide Travel Assistance
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