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David Careers

Instrumentation Engineer

Posted 42 days ago

nesco resourceHouston (TX)
Precision Instrument and Equipment Repairers, All OtherInstruments and Related Products Manufacturing for Measuring, Displaying, and Controlling Industrial Process Variables

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Lead

SALARY

$155,000-$160,000 / year

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About the role

Job-ID29334187Reference26-25590 TypeDirect Placement Salary$155,000-$160,000 / year Nesco Resource is partnering with a global engineering and technology organization seeking an Instrumentation Engineer to join its Houston engineering team. This position will support large-scale industrial process and capital projects from engineering and design through procurement, construction, commissioning, and startup. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in instrumentation engineering, field instrumentation, and instrument installation. This is not a programming-focused controls/automation position. We are looking for someone who enjoys the hands-on technical side of instrumentation engineering and wants to continue growing within that specialty.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop instrumentation engineering deliverables including instrument indexes, I/O lists, datasheets, loop diagrams, hook-up drawings, cable schedules, and installation layouts
  • Specify and select field instrumentation for pressure, temperature, flow, and level
  • Size and specify control valves and other instrumentation equipment
  • Develop instrument specifications, technical documentation, material requisitions, and bid evaluations
  • Review vendor drawings and technical documentation
  • Provide instrumentation input to P&IDs and project design documentation
  • Support instrument layouts, cable engineering, BOM estimates, and installation requirements
  • Coordinate with process, electrical, mechanical, piping, and controls/automation engineering teams
  • Participate in design and 3D model reviews for accessibility and constructability
  • Interface with clients, vendors, contractors, and project teams
  • Support FATs, SATs, loop checks, field installation, commissioning, startup, and troubleshooting
  • Support projects throughout engineering, procurement, construction, and field execution
Qualifications:
  • B.S. in Electrical Engineering or related electrical discipline required 3+ years of instrumentation engineering experience within chemical, petrochemical, refining, energy, industrial process, EPC, or similar environments
  • Strong hands-on experience with field instrumentation design and specificationExperience with control valve sizing and specificationExperience developing instrumentation engineering deliverables in a project environmentEIT/FE certification with a commitment to pursue PE licensure preferred
  • Familiarity with DCS, PLC, SCADA, and/or Safety Instrumented Systems is beneficial; however, this position is not centered around PLC programming or controls programming
  • Knowledge of applicable ISA, IEC, NEC, NFPA, and/or API standards is preferred
  • Experience with engineering software such as COMOS, SmartPlant, or AutoCAD is a plus but not required
  • Must be comfortable traveling approximately 20–30% domestically and internationally
Ideal Background: Exact industry experience is less important than having strong instrumentation fundamentals. Candidates from chemical, petrochemical, refining, oil & gas, energy, EPC, process manufacturing, or other large industrial project environments are encouraged to apply. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who wants to remain a hands-on technical Instrumentation Engineer and contribute to complex, large-scale industrial projects while working with a collaborative engineering team. Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services. Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. PRO023#LI-MY1

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