Electrical Instrumentation Controls Technician Jobs in Angleton, TX

New Braunfels, TX
$90,000–$110,000 + Bonus
Relocation Assistance Available
Monday–Friday | 9:00 AM–5:00 PM

Are you an Electrical & Automation leader who enjoys solving complex reliability challenges and leading continuous improvement initiatives?

We're seeking an experienced Superintendent, Electrical & Automation to oversee the reliability, performance, and continuous improvement of all electrical, instrumentation, controls, and automation systems within a large heavy industrial manufacturing facility.

This is an excellent opportunity for an engineering leader who enjoys combining electrical engineering, automation, maintenance, reliability, and project management while leading a team of skilled Electrical & Instrumentation Technicians.

• Lead the reliability and performance of all plant electrical, instrumentation, control, and automation systems
• Oversee medium and low voltage electrical distribution systems, transformers, switchgear, motor control centers (MCCs), motors, grounding systems, lighting, PLCs, HMIs, instrumentation, and plant control systems
• Develop and execute preventive, predictive, and autonomous maintenance strategies to improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime
• Analyze equipment failures, perform Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and implement long-term corrective actions to eliminate recurring failures
• Troubleshoot electrical, instrumentation, PLC, HMI, and control system issues while identifying opportunities for continuous improvement
• Lead electrical and automation capital improvement projects from design and specification through commissioning, startup, and performance optimization
• Develop PLC logic, HMI programming modifications, and automation upgrades to improve plant operations
• Provide technical support for maintenance projects, equipment repairs, and system upgrades
• Collect and analyze maintenance history, equipment performance data, and reliability metrics to improve overall asset performance
• Participate in maintenance budgeting while managing electrical and automation maintenance costs
• Coordinate maintenance activities with Operations, Engineering, vendors, contractors, and maintenance personnel
• Supervise and develop Electrical & Instrumentation Technicians while promoting a strong safety culture
• Monitor predictive maintenance programs and recommend improvements to maximize equipment availability and plant performance

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related engineering discipline preferred
• 5+ years of experience in electrical, instrumentation, controls, or automation leadership within a heavy industrial manufacturing environment
• Strong experience with PLC programming and troubleshooting (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Schneider, or similar platforms)
• Experience with HMI programming, industrial controls, instrumentation, and automation systems
• Strong understanding of MV/LV electrical distribution systems, transformers, switchgear, MCCs, motors, VFDs, and industrial electrical equipment
• Experience implementing preventive, predictive, and reliability-centered maintenance programs
• Proven experience leading Root Cause Analysis (RCA), troubleshooting complex electrical failures, and implementing long-term corrective actions
• Experience managing capital projects, equipment upgrades, commissioning, and startup activities
• CMMS experience preferred (SAP, Maximo, or similar)
• Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills

The ideal candidate is an engineering-minded leader who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You're equally comfortable leading technicians, managing capital projects, troubleshooting complex electrical and automation systems, and driving plant reliability through continuous improvement initiatives.

If you're looking for an opportunity to lead critical plant systems while making a measurable impact on safety, reliability, and production performance, we'd love to connect.