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Instrumentation & Electrical Engineer

TETRA Technologies, Inc. and Careers
The Woodlands, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 1/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/28/2026

Summary:

TETRA Technologies, Inc. is a global organization whose foundation and strength comes from the drive and dedication of our team members. We value equal employment opportunity to stimulate creativity and innovation in our workforce as we use our collective talents to develop unique solutions to address the world's energy challenges.

Founded in 1981, TETRA (NYSE: TTI) is an energy services and solutions company focused on developing environmentally conscious services and solutions that help make people's lives better. With operations on six continents, the Company's portfolio consists of Energy Services, Industrial Chemicals, and Critical Minerals. In addition to providing products and services to the oil and gas industry and calcium chloride for diverse applications, TETRA is expanding into the low-carbon energy market with chemistry expertise, key mineral acreage, and global infrastructure, helping to meet the demand for sustainable energy in the twenty-first century.

Visit the Company's website at www.onetetra.com for more information or connect with us on LinkedIn.

Essential Duties:

  • Design, select, and specify instrumentation such as sensors, analyzers, PLCs, and control valves.
  • Develop and maintain engineering documents including P&IDs, loop diagrams, I/O lists, and electrical schematics.
  • Program, configure, and troubleshoot PLC, SCADA, and HMI control systems.
  • Perform calibration, testing, and verification of field instrumentation to ensure accurate measurement and control.
  • Support installation, commissioning, and startup of I&E equipment and control systems.
  • Troubleshoot electrical systems including motors, MCCs, VFDs, switchgear, and power distribution equipment.
  • Ensure compliance with NEC, NFPA, ISA, OSHA, and internal electrical safety standards.
  • Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for recurring I&E issues.
  • Develop and support preventive and predictive maintenance programs for critical I&E assets.
  • Prepare scopes of work, cost estimates, and technical documentation for I&E-related projects.
  • Oversee contractor and vendor activities for electrical and instrumentation installations or upgrades.
  • Collaborate with operations, process engineering, maintenance, and HSEQ teams to support facility performance.
  • Participate in hazard reviews, MOC processes, and job safety analyses for I&E tasks.
  • Develop, maintain, and update as-built drawings, wiring diagrams, and control system backups.
  • Provide technical training, guidance, and troubleshooting support to operators, electricians, and field technicians.

Requirements:

  • EDUCATION: Bachelor of Science in Engineering required
  • EXPERIENCE: 5 -7 years of experience, in Instrumentation & Electrical engineering in industrial environments. Direct experience in oil & gas, chemical plants, water treatment/recycling facilities, or similar process industries
  • TECHNICAL EXPERIENCE:
    • PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems
    • Field instrumentation (pressure, flow, temperature, level sensors)
    • Electrical distribution systems (motors, MCCs, VFDs, switchgear)
    • Calibration, loop checks, and commissioning activities
  • TRAVEL: 20%
  • OTHER:
    • Submit to and satisfactorily complete pre-employment background, medical, alcohol, and drug screening
    • Must possess a valid Driver’s License

Work Environment:

The requirements are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

While performing the duties of any field-based position, an employee may be exposed to various outside weather conditions including but not limited to rain, humidity, snow, and/or heat during daytime hours and/or nighttime hours. The noise level in this work environment is usually moderate to loud for extended periods of time.

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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