Job Title: Instrumentation & Controls Engineer

Work Location: Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas 

Summary:

This position is responsible for overseeing and supporting instrumentation, process controls, and management information systems (MIS) within a manufacturing environment. The role involves installation, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of PLC hardware/software, control devices, and monitoring equipment, as well as project management for process improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee troubleshooting, repair, and programming of control systems, including PLCs and HMIs, to ensure optimal plant operations.
• Develop and document ladder logic, graphical interfaces, and process/safety interlocks for control programming.
• Lead and support installation, maintenance, and calibration of process devices such as variable speed drives, encoders, probes, power supplies, and control valves.
• Design and implement projects involving information systems, including site security, information networks, and computer systems.
• Create wiring diagrams, layout drawings, and engineering specifications, and coordinate with internal and external engineering resources.
• Train and support staff on instrumentation and controls initiatives, ensuring proper implementation and adherence to best practices.
• Develop and update standard operating procedures and work instructions related to process control systems and HMI interfaces.
• Maintain compliance with quality, environmental, health, and safety policies, and promptly report any incidents or issues as required.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Instrumentation, or Electrical Engineering.
• 5-10 years of experience in instrumentation, process controls, and HMI systems.
• Field work training or experience related to instrumentation, controls, and electrical systems preferred.
• Ability to respond to call-outs and flexibility to work extended hours, including weekends and holidays, as needed.
• Proficiency in reading electrical schematics, P&IDs, ladder diagrams, and technical manuals, with strong documentation skills.
• Competence or willingness to learn information systems such as site security, computer networks, and phone networks.
• Understanding of various PLC control and HMI systems; ability to develop or learn PLC code and graphical interfaces for SCADA systems. Knowledge of Allen Bradley PLC hardware, Iconix, and Emerson flow meters/sensors is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong communication, problem-solving, planning, and organizational skills.
• Physically able to operate electronic office equipment, occasionally lift up to 25 pounds, and work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to dust, fumes, heat, humidity, and machinery noise.
• Ability to climb ladders, work at heights, and wear personal protective equipment as required.

Published Category: Manufacturing & Technical Operations