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Senior Instrumentation And Controls Engineer Jobs in Oregon

$84K - $129K/yr

This is expanding work in the Instrumentation and Controls Engineering group. You will work on major process controls engineering projects in the following areas: * Digital Systems -- PLC, DCS ...

$96K - $127K/yr

This is expanding our work in the Instrumentation and Controls Engineering group. Due to this influx of work, Sargent & Lundy has a need for additional I&C Engineers. This position will offer you the ...

$96K - $127K/yr

This is expanding our work in the Instrumentation and Controls Engineering group. Due to this influx of work, Sargent & Lundy has a need for additional I&C Engineers. This position will offer you the ...

$96K - $127K/yr

Seven or more years of experience in the design engineering of instrumentation and controls systems in a project team environment for commercial, industrial applications, with a focus on integrated ...

This is expanding work in the Instrumentation and Controls Engineering group. You will work on major process controls engineering projects in the following areas: * Develop and market high level ...

This is expanding our work in the Instrumentation and Controls Engineering group. Due to this influx of work, Sargent & Lundy has a need for additional I&C Engineers. This I&C position offers the ...

$165K - $253K/yr

This is expanding work in the Instrumentation and Controls Engineering group. You will work on major process controls engineering projects in the following areas: * Develop and market high level ...

$165K - $253K/yr

This is expanding work in the Instrumentation and Controls Engineering group. You will work on major process controls engineering projects in the following areas: * Develop and market high level ...

$118K - $180K/yr

A BS degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program * 10 or more years of experience in the design engineering of instrumentation and controls systems in a project team environment for ...

$118K - $180K/yr

This is expanding our work in the Instrumentation and Controls Engineering group. Due to this influx of work, Sargent & Lundy has a need for additional I&C Engineers. This I&C position offers the ...

$63 - $98/hr

This is expanding our work in the Instrumentation and Controls Engineering group. Due to this influx of work, Sargent & Lundy has a need for additional I&C Engineers. This I&C position offers the ...

$118K - $180K/yr

Essential skills and experience: * BS degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program. * 10+ years of experience in the design engineering of instrumentation and controls systems in a project ...

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How much do senior instrumentation and controls engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior instrumentation and controls engineer in Oregon is $123,532.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $99,400.00 and $144,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Senior Instrumentation and Controls Engineer do?

A Senior Instrumentation and Controls Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and managing systems that monitor and control engineering processes. They work with instruments and control systems to ensure the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of manufacturing or industrial facilities. Their work often involves selecting appropriate instrumentation, programming control systems, troubleshooting issues, and leading project teams. In addition, they may be involved in ensuring compliance with safety and industry regulations.

What are some common challenges faced by Senior Instrumentation and Controls Engineers in large-scale industrial projects?

Senior Instrumentation and Controls Engineers often encounter challenges such as integrating new technologies with legacy systems, managing tight project deadlines, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Collaboration across multidisciplinary teams—like process, electrical, and mechanical engineering—is crucial for successful system design and implementation. Balancing technical leadership with hands-on troubleshooting and mentoring junior engineers is also a key aspect of the role, especially when overseeing commissioning and startup phases.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Senior Instrumentation and Controls Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Senior Instrumentation and Controls Engineer, you need a solid background in electrical or control systems engineering, experience with instrumentation design, and typically a bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field. Proficiency in PLC/DCS programming, SCADA systems, and industry-specific standards (such as ISA or IEC), as well as relevant certifications like PE or ISA CAP, is highly valued. Strong problem-solving, project management, and communication skills help you lead teams and coordinate with multidisciplinary stakeholders. These competencies are crucial for ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable automation solutions in complex industrial environments.

What is the difference between Senior Instrumentation And Controls Engineer vs Instrumentation And Controls Technician?

AspectSenior Instrumentation And Controls EngineerInstrumentation And Controls Technician
CredentialsBachelor's degree in engineering, professional engineering license often preferredTechnical diploma or associate degree in instrumentation or related field
Work EnvironmentDesign, project management, system integration in industrial or manufacturing settingsInstallation, maintenance, troubleshooting of instrumentation systems on-site
Employer & Industry UsageEngineering firms, manufacturing plants, oil & gas, power generationIndustrial facilities, maintenance companies, plant operations

The Senior Instrumentation And Controls Engineer typically focuses on system design, project oversight, and engineering analysis, requiring higher education and certifications. In contrast, the Instrumentation And Controls Technician handles hands-on installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting tasks. Both roles are essential in industrial settings but differ in responsibilities, qualifications, and work scope.

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Infographic showing various Senior Instrumentation And Controls Engineer job openings in Oregon as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 94% Full Time, 4% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $123,532 per year, or $59.4 per hour.

Instrumentation & Controls Engineer

Barry Wehmiller Group

Portland, OR • On-site

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago


Job description

About Us:

BW Design Group is a fully integrated architecture, engineering, construction, system integration, and consulting firm committed to helping our clients realize their most critical goals from Strategy to Commercialization. As the only firm born from a manufacturing technology company to become an independent and fully integrated firm, we combine deep domain expertise in the manufacturing environment with an approach that is built to serve the dynamic needs of our clients. Rooted in our distinct culture of Truly Human Leadership, we cultivate the leaders who will define tomorrow and partner with our clients in the food & beverage, life sciences, industrial, and advanced technology industries to build the future of manufacturing and technology.


 

Barry-Wehmiller is a diversified global supplier of engineering consulting and manufacturing technology for the packaging, corrugating, sheeting and paper-converting industries. By blending people-centric leadership with disciplined operational strategies and purpose-driven growth, Barry-Wehmiller has become a $3 billion organization with nearly 12,000 team members united by a common belief: to use the power of business to build a better world.


 

Job Description:

Instrumentation & Controls Engineer

Who You'll Work With

You will join one of our 45 offices in the US, be part of a committed team of over 1500 professionals, and work in teams and directly with our clients doing work that is shaping the world around us. You will be welcomed into a rapidly growing business and team and empowered to make an impact. You will be valued, cared for, and challenged on your path to becoming a world-class professional consultant and surrounded by leaders who are committed to creating an environment that enables you to realize your own success and fulfillment.

When you join Design Group as an Instrumentation & Controls Engineer, you are joining a team that will challenge you and position you for growth. In this role, you will work with a team of industry experts to help the world's leading companies solve their most difficult problems. You will join our Architecture/Engineering Process Practice and partner with seasoned leaders, technical specialists, and subject matter experts to deliver the highest quality solutions to our clients with consistency and accuracy.

What You'll Do

You'll work individually and in teams to support capital projects and implement solutions for our clients. Together, you will help our clients make critical changes to improve their performance and realize their most important goals.

  • Develop and design control systems for our clients in the food and beverage, consumer health, life science, or advanced technology sectors

  • Provide engineering solutions for control systems and PLC\SCADA interface systems that meet and exceed our clients' requirements for safety and optimization

  • Lead design and estimation for the preliminary and detailed phases of projects

  • Conduct system and facility engineering job walk assessments

  • Develop and design engineering solutions for equipment optimization

  • Design systems that will monitor pressure, temperature, humidity, and flow in a manufacturing environment

  • Conduct root cause failure analyses

  • Document process requirements for instrumentation equipment

  • Interface effectively with engineering design team members and client representatives

  • Make an impact day-to-day with your skills and expertise, strengthening that relationship with our clients and team

What You'll Bring

  • A minimum of three years of experience leading I&C design and estimation for the programming phase of projects

  • Experience with Rockwell Automation hardware and software

  • Experience with mechanical, electrical and process (MEP) systems and working with MEP engineers and technicians

  • Experience with multi-disciplinary large capital projects involving owners, general contractors, contractors, and system integrators

  • A sound understanding of design/build (engineering and construction)

  • A solid understanding of complex process systems architecture & design, instrumentation, device selection, networking, PLC & I/O architectures, P&IDs, data sheets, and SCADA

  • A working knowledge of environments common in large industrial applications such as dry/wet mechanical, awn, gas/chem distribution, HVAC, and clean room environmental control

  • Proficiency in written and verbal technical communication, including generating reports and conducting group presentations.

  • A willingness to travel for project requirements including installation and start-up activities, client and company sponsored meetings, trainings, industry related seminars, forums, and conventions

  • A bachelor of science in electrical, chemical, or mechanical engineering, OR a degree emphasizing process control and instrumentation, OR equivalent work experience in process control and instrumentation in life science or advanced technology manufacturing

  • A professional engineer (PE) license or an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification (preferred)

Our culture and commitment to our people is what sets us apart. We foster an environment of mutual respect, integrity, and unconditional interest in the individual and collective success of our professionals. Our model and entrepreneurial mindset offer a rewarding, challenging, and highly flexible path. As a Instrumentation & Controls Engineer, you will build a meaningful and fulfilling career with the support of professional development resources and mentorships including our First Year Experience program, Individual Development Plans, and Career Path resources and tools. You will be surrounded by exceptional talent who will support your development as both a world-class engineer and a highly effective leader.

Feel like you're on the path to becoming an Instrumentation & Controls Engineer but you're not quite there yet? We'd love to connect with you to see if we can take you from where you are today and grow you into a Design Group Engineering Consultant.

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The approximate pay range for this position is $80,000-$130,000. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as geographic location of the position.


 

At Barry-Wehmiller we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work-therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process.

Barry-Wehmiller is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V This organization uses E-Verify.


 

Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments.


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Design Group