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How much do electrical instrumentation engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 24, 2026, the average yearly pay for electrical instrumentation engineer in the United States is $111,659.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $92,500.00 and $128,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an electrical instrumentation engineer?

Electrical Instrumentation Engineers are professionals who design, develop, install, and maintain equipment used to monitor and control engineering systems, machinery, and processes. They work primarily with instruments that measure variables such as pressure, flow, temperature, and level, ensuring that industrial systems operate safely and efficiently. Their role is crucial in industries like manufacturing, oil and gas, chemical processing, and power generation, where precise control and monitoring are essential. They also troubleshoot issues, calibrate instruments, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

How does an electrical instrumentation engineer typically collaborate with other engineering disciplines on large industrial projects?

Electrical Instrumentation Engineers often work closely with mechanical, process, and control engineers to ensure that instrumentation and control systems integrate seamlessly with other plant systems. Collaboration usually involves regular project meetings, joint design reviews, and coordination during installation and commissioning phases. Effective communication and interdisciplinary understanding are essential, as decisions made by one discipline can significantly impact instrumentation design, safety, and overall project timelines. This collaborative environment fosters professional growth and provides valuable exposure to various aspects of industrial engineering projects.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an electrical instrumentation engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Electrical Instrumentation Engineer, you need a solid background in electrical engineering principles, instrumentation systems, and process control, typically supported by a relevant engineering degree. Proficiency with PLCs, SCADA systems, control software, and industry certifications like ISA or IEC standards is commonly required. Strong problem-solving, attention to detail, and effective communication are essential soft skills for working on complex projects and collaborating across teams. These skills and qualifications ensure the safe, efficient, and reliable design, installation, and maintenance of instrumentation systems in industrial environments.

What is the difference between Electrical Instrumentation Engineer vs Electrical Maintenance Technician?

AspectElectrical Instrumentation EngineerElectrical Maintenance Technician
CredentialsBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or InstrumentationDiploma or technical certification in electrical maintenance
Work EnvironmentDesign, installation, and commissioning of instrumentation systems in industrial plantsRoutine maintenance and troubleshooting of electrical systems on-site
Employer & IndustryManufacturing, oil & gas, power plantsFactories, plants, facilities requiring electrical repairs

Electrical Instrumentation Engineers focus on designing, installing, and commissioning instrumentation systems, while Electrical Maintenance Technicians handle routine repairs and troubleshooting. Both roles are essential in industrial settings but differ in responsibilities, qualifications, and work scope.

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Infographic showing various Electrical Instrumentation Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 5% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $111,659 per year, or $53.7 per hour.

Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer

Water Technologies

Bellevue, WA โ€ข Hybrid

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 5 days ago


Job description

Company Description

Veolia Group is a global leader in environmental services, operating across all five continents with nearly 218,000 employees. Specializing in water, energy, and waste management, Veolia Group designs and implements innovative solutions for decarbonization, depollution, and resource regeneration, supporting communities and industries in their ecological transformation. Within this framework, Veolia's Water Technology Business brings together a dedicated team of experienced professionals committed to tackling the world’s most complex challenges related to water scarcity, quality, productivity, and energy. Together, we pursue a shared mission to create a more sustainable future.

Job Description

Job Summary
As part of the Electrical, Instrumentation & Controls (EI&C) Engineering, you will work collaboratively
with a cross-functional engineering team executing custom project designs, meeting customer expectations, quality, schedule, budget, and ensuring project risks are mitigated. This is a Senior role within the team, the chosen individual will complete the electrical and/or instrumentation design for a wide range of water technologies on complex projects in addition to acting as a technical lead and mentor new/junior team members. There is also the possibility of leading a team of EI&C Engineers on large, complex projects. This role will include performing instrument selections, instrument/automatic valve lists and datasheets, instrument installation details, electrical panel design including panel schematics, I/O lists, VFD/Starter selections, supporting our production facilities, participating in customer facing factory acceptance tests and assisting through commissioning.

Key Characteristics

  • Ability to collaborate in and lead cross-functional project team discussions and client meetings.
  • Proven ability to develop and follow procedures and standards, while extrapolating new concepts from established standards.
  • Knowledge of and/or demonstrated ability to learn equipment and processes related to Veolia  products and systems.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Read, interpret and comment on engineering documents, including P&IDs, GAs, process design guidelines, return of experience, and engineering best practices guides.
  • Interpret, comment and follow complex, extensive contract and customer specifications.
  • Perform required calculations and select the appropriate instrumentation for water treatment facilities as well as all supporting documentation (instrument lists, termination drawings, instrument datasheets, etc.) with operator and equipment safety in mind. Manage budget, scope, schedule and proactively report risks and opportunities to project teams.
  • Select equipment and design complex low voltage industrial control systems in compliance with UL and CEC for water treatment facilities, including; single line diagrams/load lists, I/O lists, panel design and schematics, and network architectures, loop diagrams, etc.
  • Support project bids, provide technical guidance and lead creative solutions to meet customer requirements.
Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Experience with design of complex low voltage industrial control systems in compliance with UL and CEC
  • Experience designing control panels and selecting equipment for use in Class 1 Div 2 areas
  • Excellent problem-solving abilities.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills (including coordinating, reporting, documentation, and presentations).

Education & Experience
Required:

  • Bachelor of Electrical Engineering or equivalent degree.
  • Experienced with complex industrial control system design.
  • Minimum of 10 years of relevant or related experience.
  • Valid passport and driver’s license.

Preferred:

  • Understanding of hydraulics and fundamentals of fluid mechanics.
  • Understanding of basic water chemistry.
  • Strong focus on customer relationships (external/internal). Understands balance between customer and Veolia teams.
  • Experience with control systems, Programmable Logic Controllers, HMI and SCADA design and programming.
  • Basic technical knowledge in the field of industrial control systems.
  • Understanding of Low Voltage Power Distribution System design.

Working Conditions

  • Occasional travel (15%) for client meetings, customer site visits and/or visits to other Veolia offices.
  • Hybrid office work. Three days a week in the office.

Additional Information

At Veolia, we realize diverse teams make smarter decisions, deliver better results, and build stronger
communities. We’re an organization that champions diversity and inclusion at every rung of the ladder
and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Because our people are our greatest assets, we
also offer competitive compensation and benefits that include:

  • Compensation - The salary range is tied to the market for similarly benchmarked roles.  The range is not an absolute, but a guide, and offers will be based on the individual candidate’s knowledge, skills, experience, and market conditions, as well as internal peer equity.  Depending upon all the preceding considerations for the final selected individual candidate, the offer may be lower or higher than the stated range: $89,000 - $106,000 USD
  • Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Starting Day 1!
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays
  • Parental Leave
  • 401(k) Plan - 3% default contribution plus matching!
  • Flexible Spending & Health Saving Accounts
  • AD&D Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this
posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable
law.
****Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; employer will not
sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization (e.g. H-1B visa) for this opportunity****

Veolia does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiting firms. All vendors must have a
current and fully executed MSA on file before submitting candidates. Any unsolicited resumes and
candidate profiles will be deemed the property of Veolia, and no fee will be due.

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.