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Instrument And Controls Engineer Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

Consulting; Engineering; Instrumentation & Controls; Project Engineering; Project Management ... Electrical and instrument fittings and interfaces; Demonstrated commitment to safety and quality ...

Process Controls Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$103K - $163K/yr

... instrument failures. 3.5 Understanding signal types. 3.6 Knowledge of HMI design and usability ... Controls Engineering, or similar. 5.2 At least 5 years of experience in related engineering ...

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Instrument And Controls Engineer information

What does an instrument and controls engineer do?

An Instrument and Controls Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, installing, and maintaining the systems that monitor and control engineering processes. These engineers ensure that instruments—such as sensors, valves, and controllers—function correctly to maintain safety, efficiency, and reliability in industrial settings like power plants, oil refineries, and manufacturing facilities. They also troubleshoot equipment issues, optimize system performance, and work closely with other engineering disciplines to support plant operations. Their work helps automate processes and ensures compliance with industry standards and regulations.

How does an instrument and controls engineer typically interact with other departments during a project?

Instrument and Controls Engineers regularly collaborate with multidisciplinary teams such as electrical, mechanical, and process engineers to ensure seamless integration of control systems within a project. They participate in design reviews, coordinate with procurement for selecting instrumentation, and support construction teams during installation and commissioning phases. Effective communication and teamwork are essential, as these engineers often serve as the bridge between technical design and practical implementation on site.

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

To thrive as an Instrument and Controls Engineer, you need a solid background in electrical engineering, instrumentation, process control, and typically a bachelor's degree in a related field. Familiarity with PLCs, DCS, SCADA systems, and relevant programming languages, as well as certifications like ISA CAP, are highly valued. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help you excel in project teams and troubleshooting scenarios. These skills and qualifications are crucial for designing, implementing, and maintaining reliable control systems that ensure safe and efficient industrial operations.

What cities in Texas are hiring for Instrument And Controls Engineer jobs?

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Infographic showing various Instrument And Controls Engineer job openings in Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 7% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution.

Instrument & Controls Technician

Corsicana, TX • On-site

Guardian Glass
10K+ employees

$26.50 - $35/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 13 days ago


Guardian Glass rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 33 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Guardian Glass is looking for a motivated Instrument and Controls Technician with a passion for safety to join our team in Corsicana, TX! Instrument Technicians are responsible for performing highly diversified maintenance to production machines and plant facility’s equipment, on mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic for both troubleshooting and repairs in support of efficiency and allowing our facility to create quality glass that meets our customers’ needs.

Shift : 10-hour shifts, Monday through Friday. Holidays, weekends, and overtime as needed.

Our Team

Who are Guardian Industries? When you are looking at a city’s skyline or any of the latest cars and trucks, chances are you’re seeing our products. Through Guardian Glass, a Guardian Industries company, we make high- performance, energy efficient glass for homes and buildings. SRG Global™, a Guardian Industries company, makes automotive trim products that define a vehicle’s DNA and help improve fuel efficiency.

And perhaps most of all, we make the ideas, formulas and processes that make these products possible. Guardian Industries is 18,000 people working to make products that improve people’s lives! To learn more, visit our website at: https://www.guardian.com .

What You Will Do
  • Operate and monitor automated float glass production lines (glass melting, forming, annealing lehr, cutting, edging, washing, and packaging).
  • Start up and shut down equipment per procedures; perform line changeovers and product grade changes.
  • Monitor process parameters (temperatures, conveyor speeds, atmosphere, level controls) and adjust controls to maintain product specifications and stable throughput.
  • Inspect glass for visual/functional defects and take immediate corrective actions; segregate nonconforming product and notify quality/engineering.
  • Perform routine preventive maintenance tasks and basic mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical troubleshooting; coordinate complex repairs with maintenance team.
  • Execute equipment reliability activities (daily checks, lubrication, filter changes, alignment checks) and report abnormal trends.
  • Follow and contribute to continuous improvement efforts (root cause analysis, Kaizen events, SPC, OEE improvement) to reduce downtime, scrap, and cycle time.
  • Maintain accurate production, maintenance, and quality records (shift logs, defect logs, downtime reasons, production counts).
  • Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory policies; use PPE and follow lockout/tagout, hot work, and confined-space procedures as required.
  • Train and mentor junior operators; participate in shift handovers and cross-functional meetings.
Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

One or more of the following:

  • Associate/Technical degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Systems, Instrumentation, or Electronic Technology
  • A minimum of two or more years of Electrical/Electronic/Controls troubleshooting experience in a manufacturing or military environment
  • Experience reading and following electrical and maintenance schematics/blueprints
  • Experience utilizing electrical test devices such as Ammeters, Voltmeters, and Ohmmeters
  • Experience in PLC systems, including understanding PLC ladder logic
  • Experience in computer skills with MS Word and Excel
What Will Put You Ahead
  • Experience in Fanuc or Industrial Robotics experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Experience working within a Power Plant, Pulp and Paper, Converting, Palletizing, and/or Automation Equipment operations
  • Experience with Servos and Servo Controllers
  • Experience with PLC programming logic and troubleshooting equipment while online with the PLC
  • Experience with systems integration to include advanced PLC troubleshooting experience and understanding Arrays and Servo control within the PLC logic
  • Experience with HMI Programming
  • (5) or more years of manufacturing or industrial experience inspecting, testing, troubleshooting, repairing, installing, and maintaining electrical and Instrumentation equipment

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .

Who We Are

As a Koch company, Guardian Glass is one of the world’s largest manufacturers of float, value-added and fabricated glass products and solutions. We produce high-performance glass for architectural, residential, interior, transportation and technical glass applications. You’ll find our glass in homes, offices and cars and in some of the world’s most iconic projects.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most.

Benefits and Wellness

Our benefits plan includes:

  • medical
  • dental
  • vision
  • flexible spending and health savings accounts
  • life insurance
  • ADD
  • disability
  • retirement
  • paid vacation/time off
  • educational assistance
  • infertility assistance
  • paid parental leave
  • adoption assistance

Specific eligibility criteria are set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter. Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information: http://www.kochcareers.com/doc/Everify.pdf

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