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Lead Instrumentation Engineer

The Woodlands, TX · On-site

Key Responsibilities: • Lead and oversee instrumentation engineering activities for complex industrial projects, ensuring adherence to project scope, objectives, schedules, and man-hour budgets ...

Hargrove & Associates Inc.

Familiarity with project scope, specifications and design criteria upon assignment to a project ... and instrumentation engineering. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities * Knowledge and ...

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How much do project instrumentation engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for project instrumentation engineer in the United States is $104,896.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $77,500.00 and $131,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a project instrumentation engineer?

Project Instrumentation Engineers are professionals responsible for designing, specifying, and overseeing the installation and maintenance of instrumentation systems used to monitor and control engineering processes within a project. They ensure that instruments such as sensors, control systems, and measurement devices are correctly integrated to meet the project’s technical and safety requirements. Their role often involves collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring compliance with industry standards throughout a project's lifecycle.

How does a project instrumentation engineer typically collaborate with other engineering disciplines during a project?

Project Instrumentation Engineers work closely with process, mechanical, and electrical engineers to ensure that instrumentation systems are properly integrated into overall plant or system designs. They often participate in multidisciplinary meetings to coordinate specifications, resolve interface issues, and align project timelines. Effective collaboration and communication are essential, as these engineers must translate process requirements into instrumentation solutions while ensuring compliance with industry standards and project objectives.

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

To thrive as a Project Instrumentation Engineer, you need a solid background in instrumentation engineering principles, process control, and project management, typically supported by a relevant engineering degree. Familiarity with industry-standard tools such as PLC/DCS systems, AutoCAD, and software for instrumentation design, along with certifications like ISA CAP or PMP, is often required. Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and effective communication skills distinguish top performers in this role. These competencies are crucial for designing, implementing, and managing complex instrumentation projects that meet safety, quality, and timeline objectives.

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Associate Instrumentation Engineer

Lisle, IL • On-site

Brindley Engineering
Civil Engineering Construction • 51 - 200 employees
Learn more about Brindley Engineeringexternal

$90K - $130K/yr

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 28 days ago

Job description


The associate instrumentation engineer is responsible for generating instrumentation project deliverables and working with the project instrumentation designers for new or updated process instrumentation. Other duties include performing project site surveys of existing instrumentation to be replaced or re-designed, performing client documentation searches, marking up drawings or data sheets for as found instrumentation and wiring details.
Job Duties/Responsibilities:
  • Review project requirements and scopes of work
  • Attend client technical meetings and field walk down meetings
  • Perform instrument site surveys and walkdowns
  • Develop and prepare as built or as found instrumentation documentation
  • Perform client instrument documentation searches to find required project documents
  • Generate instrumentation data, sheets, loop drawings, installation details, instrument lists, DCS/PLC I/O lists and P&ID's
  • Provide technical support for field execution, including outage / turnaround projects

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Education:

BSc in Instrument, Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical) Engineering
  • Experience:

Min Yr = 3+
  • Licensure:

E.I.T. Preferred
  • Technical Skills:

Knowledge of ISA, API and ASME instrumentation standards
Working knowledge of SPI preferred
  • Management:

Experienced working with other disciplines required
  • Other Skills:

Strong organizational, written and verbal communication skills
Professional Development Opportunities:
  • Develop instrumentation knowledge skills
  • Develop instrument project skills
  • Develop skills used to generate instrument deliverables
  • Develop client and site skills

Individual field assignments typically each have their own unique requirements. Prior to deployment on any field assignment, you must be able to meet all client-specific site requirements. Should you be unable or unwilling to meet assignment-specific requirements, your continued employment would then be subject to the availability of other assignments whose requirements can be met. These unique requirements may include:
  • You must possess physical mobility (on the ground and at heights).
  • You may be required to pick up, lift, carry, and move up to 50 lbs.
  • You may be required to work at heights, climb ladders and stairways, and may occasionally work off platforms/scaffolding/ladders using the appropriate and required fall protection.
  • You must be able to work in all weather conditions (including heat, rain, cold, and wind) while wearing the appropriate PPE. This may include but not be limited to a hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs, masks/respirators, hi-vis safety vests, leather gloves, and leather, steel-toed work boots.
  • You may be required to position yourself to work in confined spaces
  • You may be required to adhere to a client's random drug testing program prior to entering their site.
  • You may be required to meet a client's facial hair safety policy prior to entering their site.

Pay Range: $90,000 - $130,000 annually
The above pay range represents a general guideline; however, Brindley considers several factors when determining base salary that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to the candidate's depth of experience, skill set, certifications, specific work location, and current market conditions. Employees may be eligible for discretionary bonus and/or other applicable incentive compensation plans in addition to base pay to reward individual contributions and allow employees to share in company results.
In addition, BE provides a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees, including health, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, 401(k) savings plan with employer matching, company paid holidays, paid parental leave, compensatory time off, and paid time off (PTO). Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
Brindley Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
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