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Air Liquide

Design Specialist

Houston, TX · On-site

$100 - $150/hr

Develop, review, and modify piping and instrumentation diagrams in close collaboration with process ... Intergraph Smart 3D, or AutoCAD Plant 3D).* Strong command of 2D drafting platforms (e.g. AutoCAD ...

Air Liquide

Design Specialist

Houston, TX · On-site

Develop, review, and modify piping and instrumentation diagrams in close collaboration with process ... Intergraph Smart 3D, or AutoCAD Plant 3D). * Strong command of 2D drafting platforms (e.g. AutoCAD ...

VitalAire Canada Inc.

Design Specialist

Houston, TX · On-site

$90 - $120/hr

Develop, review, and modify piping and instrumentation diagrams in close collaboration with process ... Intergraph Smart 3D, or AutoCAD Plant 3D).* Strong command of 2D drafting platforms (e.g. AutoCAD ...

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Balazs

Design Specialist

Houston, TX · On-site

$120 - $150/hr

Develop, review, and modify piping and instrumentation diagrams in close collaboration with process ... Intergraph Smart 3D, or AutoCAD Plant 3D).* Strong command of 2D drafting platforms (e.g. AutoCAD ...

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How much do smart plant instrumentation jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for smart plant instrumentation in Texas is $39.63, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $28.33 and $50.74 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a smart plant instrumentation?

A Smart Plant Instrumentation (SPI) job involves managing and maintaining instrumentation and control systems in industrial plants using SPI software (formerly known as INtools). Professionals in this role develop and maintain databases for instrumentation, ensuring accurate documentation, calibration, and integration with other engineering tools. They collaborate with engineers and technicians to optimize plant performance, enhance automation, and ensure compliance with industry standards.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a smart plant instrumentation professional?

As a Smart Plant Instrumentation professional, your daily responsibilities include installing, calibrating, and maintaining control and measurement instruments crucial to automated plant operations. You will regularly troubleshoot issues, verify system integrity, and ensure all equipment meets performance and safety standards. Collaboration with engineering, operations, and maintenance teams is frequent to implement upgrades or resolve technical challenges. Your role is vital to keeping plant systems efficient, reliable, and in compliance with industry regulations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the smart plant instrumentation position, and why are they important?

To excel in Smart Plant Instrumentation, you need a solid background in industrial instrumentation, process automation, and control systems, usually backed by a degree in engineering or instrumentation technology. Familiarity with Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), and certification such as ISA CAP or similar is highly valued. Strong problem-solving abilities, effective communication, and attention to detail are key soft skills for this role. Mastery of these skills ensures efficient plant operations, minimizes downtime, and enables seamless integration of smart technologies in complex industrial environments.

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Infographic showing various Smart Plant Instrumentation job openings in Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, and 13% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $82,434 per year, or $39.6 per hour.

Principal Engineer, Instrumentation and Controls

Venture Global, Inc.

Houston, TX • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 2 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 Effects and Instrumentation.
    • Minimum 10 years' experience working with instrumentation and control systems.

    • Experience with: Plant Instrumented Control and Safety Systems (e.g. Distributed Control Systems (Mark VIe & Emerson Delta V), Safety Systems (Mark VIe, 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 systems Gas and Steam Turbines Generators, 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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