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Seatrium

Senior Instrumentation Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

Understand project and contract specifications, provide technical support in commercial discussion ... Review Instrumentation & Control documents, such as design philosophies, control narratives, ICSS ...

Linde Group

I&E Technician

Freeport, TX · On-site

Required to climb ladders, stairways and operate man-lifts for elevated instrumentation and control valve maintenance * Instructs contract personnel on safety rules and regulations and maintains ...

Linde

I&E Technician

Freeport, TX

Required to climb ladders, stairways and operate man-lifts for elevated instrumentation and control valve maintenance * Instructs contract personnel on safety rules and regulations and maintains ...

Wood

I&E Controls Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

Overview / Responsibilities Wood is currently seeking an Instrumentation & Controls Engineer in ... Prepares proposals, contract design drawings and calculations, contract information (CI) sheets ...

Allegiance Staffing

Instrument Tuber

Houston, TX

Instrument Fitter / Tuber We are hiring experienced Instrument Fitters for a contract opportunity ... Previous instrumentation experience with Swagelok stainless steel tubing (1/4 inch to 1 inch)

Evonik

I&E Technician

Houston, TX · On-site

$47 - $51/hr

... instrumentation/control/electrical problems and advise engineers in troubleshooting process problems. * Providing technical assistance to unit operations, project engineers, and contract engineers on ...

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How much do contract instrumentation jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract instrumentation in Angleton, TX is $57,515.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $39,700.00 and $75,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a contract instrumentation?

A Contract Instrumentation job involves the installation, maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting of measurement and control instruments on a contractual basis. Professionals in this role work with sensors, transmitters, control systems, and automation equipment to ensure precise operation in industries like oil and gas, manufacturing, and power generation. These roles are typically project-based, requiring specialized expertise and adherence to industry standards. Contractors may work independently or with engineering firms to support short-term or long-term projects.

What skills and qualifications are needed for contract instrumentation?

To excel in Contract Instrumentation, you need strong knowledge of instrumentation engineering, calibration, and process control systems, often supported by a degree in engineering or a related technical field. Experience with PLCs, SCADA systems, and industry-standard measurement and calibration equipment, as well as relevant safety certifications, are typically required. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication are valuable soft skills in this role. These abilities are essential to ensure precise instrumentation setup, troubleshoot issues efficiently, and maintain smooth project workflows in fast-paced industrial settings.

What types of projects and work environments do contract instrumentation professionals typically encounter?

Contract Instrumentation professionals often work on a diverse range of projects, including instrumentation installation, commissioning, and maintenance for industrial plants, manufacturing facilities, or energy sites. Depending on the contract, assignments may involve short-term fieldwork, site-based troubleshooting, or ongoing support for automation upgrades. Work environments can vary from laboratories and clean rooms to oil and gas fields or chemical plants, often requiring adherence to strict safety standards. Collaboration with engineers, electricians, and project managers is common, providing valuable opportunities to expand skills and grow professional networks. This variety allows individuals to gain broad technical experience and can open pathways to permanent roles or advancement in specialized areas.

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Principal Engineer, Instrumentation and Controls

Venturegloballng

Houston, TX

Full-time

Re-posted 6 days ago

Job description

Venture Global LNG ("Venture Global") is a long-term, low-cost provider of American-produced liquefied natural gas. The company's Louisiana-based export projects service the global demand for North American natural gas and support the long-term development of clean and reliable North American energy supplies. Using reliable, proven technology in an innovative plant design configuration, Venture Global's modular, mid-scale plant design will replace traditional designs as it allows for the same efficiency and operational reliability at significantly lower capital cost.

We are seeking qualified applicants for the position:

Principal Engineer, Instrumentation and Controls

Located:

Houston

Summary

We are seeking a Contract Principal Instrument and Control System Engineer to join our project team in Houston, Texas. The position is Monday - Friday in office.

This position will report to the Director of Instrumentation and Controls.

The role will be part of the team responsible for ensuring that the Plant Instrumentation and Control Systems operate as per design, in a safe and reliable manner with minimal downtime.

General Description Duties & Responsibilities

  • Apply technical expertise to support design, installation, commissioning, and operation of instrument and controls systems as subject matter expert.

  • Troubleshoot and solve controls logic and communication issues.

  • Participate in check out of cause and effects, complex loops, etc.

Qualifications

Required experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Chemical, Electronics, or Computer Engineering, preferably with specialization in Process Control, Control systems,Control Narratives, Cause and Effectsand Instrumentation.

    • Minimum 10 years' experience working with instrumentation and control systems.

    • Experience with:Plant Instrumented Control and Safety Systems (e.g. Distributed Control Systems (MarkVIe&Emerson Delta V), Safety Systems (MarkVIe, HIMA), Fire and Gas Systems, and Programmable Logic Controllers (Allen Bradley, Siemens, Emerson/GE, etc.)

    • Operational Technology Networks,Fiber Optic Network Design

    • Field Instrumentation for process measurement (e.g. Pressure, Temperature, Level, Flow, etc.) Fire and Gas,Control Valves, Shutdown Valves (Air, Gas, and Motor Operated), Analyzers (H2S, Moisture, etc.) Gas Chromatographs,CEMS,Flow Metering Systems (Ultrasonic, Coriolis, Differential Pressure, etc.) and their transmission systems (e.g. 4-20mA, Hart,ProfiBus, etc.)

    • Alarm Management Systems including Management of Alarm databases and audits against Operating systems

    • Power generation systemsGas and Steam TurbinesGenerators, HRSG, ACC.

    • Smart Plant Instrumentation (SPI)

    • P&ID review and development of I&C Scope.

    • Industry standards, such as NFPA, API, ISA, ASME.

    • Experience in LNG liquefaction facilities highly preferred.

Venture Global LNG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law.

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