Instrumentation and Control Engineer

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Working Arrangement: On-site

Location: Austin, Texas

Salary: $140K/yr - $180K/yr

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Our client is seeking an Instrumentation & Controls Engineer in Austin, TX to lead the integration, deployment, and lifecycle management of industrial instrumentation, electrical, and control systems in a highly safety-critical environment.

Responsibilities:

  • Define functional requirements and performance expectations for PLCs, HMIs, remote I/O, motor controllers, and safety devices
  • Support vendor selection and review deliverables for technical adequacy and compliance
  • Review and validate PLC logic and HMI designs to ensure systems are modular, testable, and aligned with safety and operational requirements
  • Integrate electrical, instrumentation, and automation components into cohesive and interoperable control system architectures Identify and implement automation improvements to enhance reliability and operational efficiency
  • Select and specify field instrumentation (pressure, temperature, flow, level) based on accuracy and environmental requirements
  • Provide technical oversight for control panels, low-voltage power distribution, grounding, and signal interfaces
  • Troubleshoot complex electrical, instrumentation, and control system issues during operations Ensure systems meet safety requirements for nuclear facilities and maintain configuration control and documentation

Preferred Qualifications:

  • B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related technical field
  • 5+ years of hands-on experience with industrial electrical, instrumentation, and control systems Experience with PLC-based systems (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley), including testing and troubleshooting
  • Strong understanding of industrial electronics, instrumentation, and low-voltage power systems
  • Experience working with vendors, integrators, and field teams in commissioning or operational environments
  • Experience in oil & gas, renewable energy, chemical processing, or other safety-critical industries

 

If you’re interested, please apply here.

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