Instrumentation & Control Engineer (Mid - Senior)
Key Responsibilities
- Support the design and specification of instrumentation, control systems, and SCADA architectures for water and wastewater treatment and conveyance facilities
- Develop control narratives, P&IDs, I/O lists, network diagrams, and functional descriptions
- Assist with PLC, HMI, and SCADA system configuration and testing
- Review shop drawings, submittals, and control system contractor documentation
- Coordinate with process, mechanical, electrical, and civil engineers throughout project delivery
- Participate in system integration, factory acceptance testing (FAT), site acceptance testing (SAT), and commissioning activities
- Provide technical support during construction and start-up phases
- Ensure designs comply with applicable codes, standards, and industry best practices
- Contribute to project schedules, budgets, and technical reports as needed
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field
- Experience in instrumentation and controls design for water, wastewater, or related industrial facilities
- Working knowledge of PLCs, SCADA systems, HMIs, and industrial networking
- Familiarity with field instrumentation including flow, level, pressure, and analytical devices
- Ability to interpret P&IDs, control drawings, and electrical schematics
- Strong communication skills and ability to work within a team-based consulting environment
Preferred Experience
- Experience in an engineering consulting or professional services setting
- Exposure to system integration, commissioning, and start-up support
- Knowledge of cybersecurity considerations in industrial control systems
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain licensure
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