Instrumentation and Controls Engineer I

Spring, Texas, United States

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reference
Job reference 1279666
location
Location Spring, Texas, United States
sector
Sector Energy - Oil & Gas
function
Function Engineering & Design
type
Employment type Contract
date
Date published September 2, 2026

Job Title:

Instrumentation and Controls Engineer I


Duration:

1 year


Schedule:

5/40, Monday to Friday, 7-8am to 4-5pm


Location:

Spring, TX (Onsite)


This opportunity sits within a refinery and chemical complex environment, supporting operations and small projects with a focus on instrumentation and controls engineering. The role involves PLC programming, HMI upgrades, troubleshooting, and coordination across engineering, field, and operations teams. This position offers exposure to technical project delivery, design review, and field-based problem solving in a fast-paced industrial setting.


Required Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or related engineering specialty, or equivalent professional experience

Required Experience:

  • At least 2 years of relevant experience in instrumentation, controls, electrical engineering, or related industrial engineering work

  • Experience supporting operations and small projects in an engineering environment

  • Experience interfacing and communicating effectively with field teams, electrical technicians, operations, and engineering personnel

  • Experience reviewing engineering drawings and technical documents

Required Skills:

  • PLC programming capability

  • Ability to perform HMI upgrades, valve and logic updates, and troubleshooting

  • Proficiency with reading drawings, project management, and field equipment support

  • Familiarity with PLC and HMI systems, including RSLogix, Factory Talk, and ladder logic

  • Broad knowledge of discipline design standards, specifications, codes, and appropriate safety criteria

  • Ability to evaluate engineering work to ensure alignment with technical specifications, company standards, and regulatory requirements

  • Strong coordination and communication skills across engineering and contractor teams

  • Ability to adapt to tight deadlines, heavy workloads, and changing priorities

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel

  • Fluent English communication skills for technical and business contexts

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Electrical Engineering degree preferred

  • Allen-Bradley experience preferred

  • Experience with GE Multiline relays and Flow-X/OMNI flow computers

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