How to hire an ie technician

How to hire an ie technician, step by step

Here's a step-by-step ie technician hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write an ie technician job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new ie technician
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring an ie technician, identify what type of worker you actually need. Certain positions might call for a full-time employee, while others can be done by a part-time worker or contractor.

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   An ie technician's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, ie technicians from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   The following list breaks down different types of ie technicians and their corresponding salaries.

   Type of IE Technician	Description	Hourly rate
   IE Technician	Electrical and electronics engineering technicians help engineers design and develop computers, communications equipment, medical monitoring devices, navigational equipment, and other electrical and electronic equipment. They often work in product evaluation and testing, using measuring and diagnostic devices to adjust, test, and repair equipment... Show more	$23-43
   Technical Testing Engineer	A technical testing engineer is responsible for inspecting and reporting the quality of products across the production cycle. You will thoroughly check procedures, materials, and electrical and mechanical systems to produce high-quality products for customers... Show more	$29-60
   Electronics Engineering Technician	Electronics Engineering Technician helps engineers design and advance electronic devices and components, install electrical equipment, and maintain electronic systems. They usually work in product evaluation and testing... Show more	$23-44

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • PLC
   • Electrical Equipment
   • Control Systems
   • Transmitters
   • Preventative Maintenance
   • Analyzers
   • Control Valves
   • SCADA
   • IDS
   • P Id
   • Logic Controllers
   • Electrical Systems
   • Electrical Components
   • Safety Systems

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   Responsibilities:

   • Lead a team of 10 engineers to develop an infrare telescope that are launched on the NASA high-altitude balloonproject BRRISON/BOPPS.
   • Programme, configure, and commission a variety of EFM's, RTU's and controls equipment.
   • Check and calibrate, trouble shooting and repairing instrumentation and electrical equipment, PLC Allen Bradley programming, operation support.
   • Focus on SCADA instrumentation and electrical systems to monitor plant operations.
   • Perform cause and effect testing to HMI.
   • Used a laptop computer running Rockwell software.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your ie technician job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. An ie technician can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, ie technicians' average salary in nebraska is 36% less than in maryland.
   • Seniority. Entry-level ie technicians 46% less than senior-level ie technicians.
   • Certifications. An ie technician with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in an ie technician's salary.

   Average ie technician salary

   $67,439yearly

   $32.42 hourly rate

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   Entry-level ie technician salary

   $49,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 23, 2025

4. Writing an ie technician job description

   A good ie technician job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of an ie technician job description:

   Ie technician job description example

   Inspired to grow with your experience, learn and share with new colleagues?
   Huhtamaki is a key global provider of sustainable packaging solutions for consumers around the world, enabling wellbeing and convenience. Our innovative products protect on-the-go and on-the-shelf food and beverages, ensuring hygiene and safety, and help prevent food waste.
   
   We are committed to protecting food, people and the planet and are on the lookout for passionate and consummate professionals to join our growing team to help us deliver on our ambitious 2030 Strategy. We look for colleagues who Care, Dare and Deliver.
   
   ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
   
   • Maintain and troubleshoot Rockwell Control Logix systems • Installing, programming and troubleshooting PLC's and using the PLC program as a troubleshooting tool • Perform preventive maintenance on instrumentation without supervision and solve complex instrumentation/PLC problems. • Calculate electrical loads to determine size of conductors and breakers and design and modify electrical circuits to meet the demands of the plant. • Read and understand advanced electrical schematics and interconnection diagrams/drawings including pneumatic systems. • Implement electrical, electronic and pneumatic control schemes • Troubleshoot and repair plant electrical equipment. • Calibrate instrumentation and controllers • Plan instrumentation maintenance projects and determine manpower/material needs • All other duties assigned by supervisor.
   
   EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
   Technical Skills: Strong working knowledge of PLCs and PLC programming using Rockwell Control Logix is required. Must have working knowledge of motion controls, servo, Variable Frequency Drives, Hart instrument configuration, programming and ladder logic, troubleshooting and repairing AC/DC motor controls, blue print reading as well as schematics; industrial code and wiring, RSLogix. Knowledge of Rockwell Factory Talk Software Programs preferred. Solid basic electrical skills required. Ability to use precision tools, i.e., Hart calibrator, process calibrator, various multimeters, Basic networking experience a plus. Must have the ability to use advanced trades mathematics together with the use of complicated drawings, specifications, charts, tables all varieties of precision measuring instruments, follow written instruction and possess basic computer skills using common programs such as windows operating systems, spreadsheets and word processors. Experience and Education: Associates Degree along with 5 years of experience in instrumentation/electrical and electronic circuitry in a manufacturing setting strongly preferred, Or 10 years of experience in instrumentation/electrical and electronic circuitry in a manufacturing setting. Other Skills: Ability to work with others and share information with others. Uses independent judgment to plan and perform work. Ability to work safely and efficiently, help to reduce costs and support the Company's continuous improvement process. Must be able to work weekends, overtime, holidays and be on-call during the off-shifts is required.
   
   ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
   Continuous mental and visual attention performing diversified maintenance activities requiring constant alertness. Requires constant walking and standing a great amount of time in extreme heat with a moderate amount of exposure to extreme cold, dampness, heights, vibration, skin/lung irritants. A moderate amount of time will be spent sitting, walking, climbing, bending/twisting, pushing/pulling, carrying, reaching out/above shoulders. Ability to lift up to 50+ pounds. A great amount of time will be spent lifting/lowering and crouching. A great amount of time will be spent in a noisy environment.
   
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5. Post your job

   To find ie technicians for your business, try out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important talent pools for any company is its current employees.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and your current work to ask if they know any ie technicians they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level ie technicians with the right educational background.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter have more than 3.5 billion users, and they're a great place for company branding and reaching potential job candidates.

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   • Use field-specific websites.
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6. Interview candidates

   Recruiting ie technicians requires you to bring your A-game to the interview process. The first interview should introduce the company and the role to the candidate as much as they present their background experience and reasons for applying for the job. During later interviews, you can go into more detail about the technical details of the job and ask behavioral questions to gauge how they'd fit into your current company culture.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match your ideal candidate profile. If you think a candidate is good enough for the next step, you can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new ie technician

   Once you've selected the best ie technician candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

   It's equally important to follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   To prepare for the new ie technician first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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