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When you join Design Group as a Sr. 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 ...

When you join Design Group as a Sr. 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 ...

When you join Design Group as a Sr. 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 ...

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How much do sr instrumentation engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for sr instrumentation engineer in the United States is $116,839.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $94,000.00 and $137,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

To thrive as a Sr Instrumentation Engineer, you need a strong background in instrumentation engineering, process control, and system integration, often supported by a bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering and relevant work experience. Proficiency with industry-standard tools like PLCs, DCS, SCADA systems, and familiarity with ISA standards or certifications such as CCST is typical. Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication are crucial for managing complex projects and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. These skills and qualifications ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of industrial processes, directly impacting organizational performance and safety.

What is the difference between Sr Instrumentation Engineer vs Instrumentation Engineer?

AspectSr Instrumentation EngineerInstrumentation Engineer
QualificationsBachelor's degree in Engineering, certifications like CSE, experience in project managementBachelor's degree in Engineering, entry-level certifications
Work EnvironmentDesign, oversee installation, troubleshooting in industrial plantsAssist in installation, maintenance, basic troubleshooting
ResponsibilitiesLead projects, develop instrumentation systems, ensure safety standardsSupport instrumentation tasks, perform routine checks

The main difference lies in experience and responsibility level. Sr Instrumentation Engineers typically lead projects and have advanced certifications, while Instrumentation Engineers focus on supporting roles and basic tasks. Both roles are essential in industrial settings, with the senior role requiring more expertise and leadership.

What does a Sr Instrumentation Engineer do?

A Sr Instrumentation Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and managing instrumentation systems used to monitor and control engineering processes, often in industries like oil and gas, manufacturing, or power generation. They oversee the selection and installation of instruments such as sensors, control systems, and measurement devices. In addition, they ensure all instrumentation meets regulatory standards and works efficiently, troubleshoot technical issues, and often lead or mentor junior engineers. Their role is crucial in optimizing operational performance and maintaining safety standards.

What are some typical challenges faced by a Sr Instrumentation Engineer when working on multidisciplinary project teams?

As a Sr Instrumentation Engineer, you will often collaborate closely with process, electrical, and mechanical engineers, which requires clear communication and strong coordination skills. A common challenge is ensuring that instrumentation designs integrate seamlessly with other engineering disciplines while meeting project specifications and safety standards. Managing conflicting priorities, addressing integration issues, and keeping up with technological advances in instrumentation are also key aspects of the role. Proactively engaging with team members and staying current on industry best practices can help overcome these challenges.
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Sr. I&C Engineer

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago


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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:

Sr. Instrumentation & ControlsEngineer

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 a Sr. 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 I&C 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.

  • Experience in executing I&C Design projects and willing to support the Semiconductor, Pharmaceutical, Mission Critical and other related industries with the highest level of quality, cost effectiveness, and a focus on safety.
  • Work with other licensed engineers and experienced designers to develop controls architecture, instrumentation and valve specification, industrial networking, panel design, and automation system development.
  • Excellent communication skills and be able to work with other engineering disciplines, sometimes across multiple offices.
  • Instrumentation and control system engineering design for industrial, manufacturing, and utilities projects.
  • Specifications including calculations for flow meters, analyzers, transmitters, and other field instruments;
  • Must understanding for area classification and mitigation strategies.
  • Perform control system studies including troubleshooting existing control systems, new system conceptual design and control system retrofits.
  • Develop controls/instrumentation engineering documentation including detailed instrument specifications and selection, logic diagrams, loop sheets, instrument lists, I/O lists, and instrumentation plan drawings.
  • Supervise and coordinating instrumentation/controls engineering/design efforts on multi-discipline engineering projects.
  • Be able to provide occasional Field support including on-site design or technical queries.
  • Provide training and mentoring of junior level instrumentation/controls engineers and designers.
  • Familiarity with industrial codes and standards including:
    • ISA
    • NFPA
    • NEC
    • UL508A
    • IEEE
  • Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, process flow diagrams, and electrical drawings.
  • Make an impact day-to-day with your skills and expertise, strengthening that relationship with our clients and team

What You'll Bring

  • Minimum of 10 years' experience in the engineering design of industrial control systems including instrumentation, control logic, PLC, SCADA and DCS based control systems, and control systems documentation.
  • Experience in SPI / InTools in preferred (Not required).
  • Demonstrated experience in cost estimating (engineering and capital costs), proposal development, marketing, and business development efforts for I&C projects is preferred.
  • Experience supervising engineers, designers, and drafters as part of a control system design team.
  • Safety Integrated System experience is preferred. Certificate 2 ISA/IEC 61511 SIL Specialist is a preferred (Not required).
  • Willing and able to travel as necessary for project requirements to include but not be limited to: project installation and start-up activities, client meetings, company sponsored meetings, trainings, industry related seminars, forums, or conventions, etc.
  • 4-year BS Engineering degree from an ABET school required.

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 Sr. 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 a Sr. 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.

Feel likeyou'reon the path to becoming aSr. Instrumentation & ControlsEngineerbutyou'renot quite thereyet?We'dlove 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 $120,000-$160,000. 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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