Instrumentation & Control Specialist

Job Description Job Description Rev1 Energy is seeking an experienced Lead Instrument & Controls (I&C) Technician/Specialist to support planned outages, startup activities, commissioning, troubleshooting, and operational readiness efforts at combined cycle power generation facilities. This position requires a hands-on professional with strong field experience in instrumentation, controls, and power plant commissioning. The ideal candidate will be based in the Tampa, Florida area and possess a proven background supporting gas turbine, steam turbine, HRSG, balance-of-plant, and distributed control system (DCS) activities during outages and commissioning projects. Key Responsibilities * Lead Instrument & Controls activities during plant outages, startups, and commissioning efforts. * Perform loop checks, point-to-point verification, calibration, and functional testing of instrumentation and control systems. * Support commissioning and startup of: * * Gas Turbines * Steam Turbines * HRSG Systems * Balance of Plant Equipment * Troubleshoot instrumentation, analyzers, transmitters, control valves, and electrical interfaces. * Execute and document commissioning procedures, test reports, and punch list items. * Coordinate with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, OEMs, and Contractors. * Support DCS and PLC testing, logic verification, and system integration activities. * Verify proper operation of: * * Pressure transmitters * Temperature instruments * Flow instrumentation * Level instrumentation * Control valves * Vibration monitoring systems * Protective relaying interfaces * Ensure all work is performed in accordance with plant safety policies and procedures. * Provide leadership and technical direction to technicians and commissioning personnel. Required Qualifications * 8+ years of Instrument & Controls experience in power generation, industrial facilities, or heavy process industries. * 3+ years supporting combined cycle power plants. * Experience supporting outages, commissioning, startup, or major maintenance projects. * Strong understanding of: * * DCS Systems (Emerson Ovation, GE Mark VIe, Siemens SPPA-T3000, ABB, Honeywell, etc.) * PLC Systems * Instrument calibration and troubleshooting * Control valve diagnostics * Loop checking and commissioning procedures * Ability to read and interpret: * * P&IDs * Loop Drawings * Instrument Indexes * Control Narratives * Electrical Schematics * Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. Preferred Qualifications * Experience with GE, Siemens, Mitsubishi, or Ansaldo combined cycle facilities. * Startup and commissioning experience on new construction or major plant upgrades. * ISA certification or equivalent technical training. * NCCER, OSHA 10/30, or other industry certifications. * Previous Lead Technician or Lead Commissioning experience. Physical Requirements * Ability to work in industrial power plant environments. * Ability to climb ladders, work at heights, and walk long distances within the facility. * Ability to work extended hours during outages and commissioning schedules. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds