
Instrument/Controls Engineer
Required skills
- Instrument/Controls Engineer
- capital projects
- instrument indexes
- datasheets
- I/O lists
- loop diagrams
- installation details
- field instruments
- control valves
- safety instrumented systems
Nice to have
- PE
- Senior level
- mentor junior engineers
Role summary
Audubon is seeking an Instrument/Controls Engineer in Houston, TX, to lead or support instrument and control system design for capital projects. Responsibilities include developing I&C deliverables, specifying field instrumentation, interfacing with control system vendors, and supporting DCS/PLC/SIS design. The role also involves participating in safety studies (HAZOP, LOPA, SIL) and reviewing vendor documents. Experience with industrial facilities, ISA standards, IEC 61511, and hazardous area requirements is essential. Experience with DCS/PLC platforms like DeltaV, Honeywell, or Allen-Bradley is required. Senior-level candidates will lead I&C scope, mentor junior engineers, and manage vendor interfaces.
Audubon is currently seeking an Instrument/Controls Engineer to join our team in our Houston, TX Office. The Instrument/Controls Engineer will lead or support instrument and control system design for capital projects. You’ll develop I&C deliverables, specify field instrumentation, and interface with control system vendors from design through startup.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop instrument indexes, datasheets, I/O lists, loop diagrams, and installation details
- Size and specify field instruments, control valves, and safety instrumented systems
- Support DCS/PLC/SIS design, configuration reviews, and FAT/SAT activities
- Participate in HAZOP, LOPA, and SIL classification/verification studies
- Review vendor documents and coordinate with electrical and process disciplines
- (Senior level) Lead I&C scope on projects, mentor junior engineers, and manage vendor interfaces
Health, Safety, and Environmental Responsibilities:
- All employees are responsible for supporting Audubon Companies’ Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies and procedures. This includes:
- Performing duties in a manner that protects personal and team health and safety
- Participating in required HSE training, meetings, and reporting activities
- Identifying and reporting hazards, near misses, and unsafe conditions
- Following safe work practices and complying with applicable regulatory requirements
EXPERIENCE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Chemical, or Instrumentation Engineering (PE a plus)
- 4–8 years (mid-level) or 8+ years (senior) of I&C experience in industrial facilities
- Knowledge of ISA standards, IEC 61511, and hazardous area requirements
- Experience with DCS/PLC platforms (DeltaV, Honeywell, Allen-Bradley, or similar)
- Strong understanding of P&IDs, control narratives, and instrument selection
No Recruiters, please!
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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