Job Details

Clayton Services is searching for an Instrument & Control Engineer to join a thriving company in North Houston. The Instrument & Control Engineer will be responsible for designing and supporting instrumentation, controls, and electrical power systems for process and energy projects.

Job Type: Direct Hire

Pay Rate: $150,000/year

Benefits: Competitive benefits package including stock options, performance-based incentive compensation, Paid Time Off, 401(k), Wellness Plan, Flexible Spending Account, and more.

Instrument & Control Engineer Responsibilities:

• Design, specify, and support instrumentation, control, and electrical power systems for industrial process and energy projects
• Prepare, review, and update P&IDs, control narratives, I/O lists, interlock matrices, cause and effect tables, and loop diagrams
• Size and specify instruments, control valves, and related components including pressure, flow, and temperature devices
• Develop and review instrumentation datasheets, wiring schematics, system architecture drawings, and termination drawings
• Design and specify motor control centers, electrical panels, one-line diagrams, and panel schedules
• Configure and support variable frequency drives for pump, compressor, and fan applications
• Select protective relays, circuit breakers, and switchgear for low- and medium-voltage power distribution systems
• Develop, configure, and optimize PLC logic, DCS strategies, HMI graphics, and alarm management systems
• Lead or support FAT, SAT, loop checks, calibration verification, control strategy tuning, and commissioning activities
• Troubleshoot instrumentation, control systems, MCCs, VFDs, and power distribution equipment in the field
• Support energization activities, insulation resistance testing, and pre-startup functional verification
• Maintain calibration records, backups, interlock documentation, drawings, schedules, and version control records
• Train operators and maintenance personnel on instrumentation, controls, VFD operation, MCC safety practices, and arc flash PPE requirements
• Collaborate closely with process engineers, project managers, vendors, clients, and plant personnel
• Other duties as assigned

Instrument & Control Engineer Skills and Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of industrial instrumentation, controls, and electrical engineering principles
• Hands-on experience with PLC programming, DCS configuration, and HMI development
• Knowledge of SIL/SIS design and industrial communication protocols
• Experience with control valve sizing, cavitation analysis, and instrumentation selection
• Strong understanding of MCC design, feeder coordination, arc flash labeling, and electrical panel design
• Ability to troubleshoot VFDs, control systems, and power distribution equipment
• Proficiency with applicable codes and standards including NEC, NFPA 70E, IEEE, ISA, API, and OSHA requirements
• Strong leadership, analytical, strategic, and organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively with internal teams and external partners
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to travel as needed and meet attendance requirements
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

Instrument & Control Engineer Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Instrumentation Engineering, Control Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited institution required
• Minimum 7+ years of experience in industrial instrumentation, control, and electrical engineering
• Experience with PLC platforms such as Siemens, Allen-Bradley, or Schneider preferred
• Experience with DCS platforms such as DeltaV, Client Experion, Yokogawa, or ABB preferred
• Experience with HMI development tools and industrial communication protocol configuration
• Industry experience in petrochemical, hydrogen, syngas, or process plant environments strongly preferred
• Professional Engineer license in Electrical Engineering preferred, ideally Texas PE or eligibility to obtain
• ISA Certified Automation Professional or similar certification is a plus
• Experience with SKM PowerTools, ETAP, SCADA integration, HAZOP reviews, and SIL classification studies is a plus
• Prior field commissioning experience in industrial plant environments preferred

Instrument & Control Engineer

• Immediate need. Apply today!