Instrument Engineer

Job Overview

Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities

• Apply Cajun and/or client engineering, design, and drafting standards in the development of instrumentation deliverables.
• Become familiar with project scope, specifications, design basis, and client requirements upon assignment.
• Identify, communicate, and help manage scope changes and design changes in a timely manner.
• Develop preliminary designs, instrument indexes, material take-offs, and estimate-level deliverables appropriate to the phase of the project.
• Prepare detailed design calculations, sketches, and supporting documentation for instrumentation systems and associated materials.
• Ensure calculations and technical documents are organized clearly for efficient review, drafting support, and client deliverables when required.
• Produce practical, cost-effective designs that emphasize constructability, maintainability, safety, and client satisfaction.
• Review and check calculations prepared by others for technical accuracy, code compliance, and sound engineering practice.
• Support designers and drafters by resolving routine layout, detailing, and installation issues and by providing clear sketches and direction for drawing development.
• Cook with other engineering disciplines to ensure timely exchange of information and integrated project execution.
• Communicate design concerns, scope changes, and technical issues to the lead or senior engineer as they arise.
• Aid in developing instrument packages, scopes of work, specifications, and supporting documents for procurement and subcontract inquiries.
• Review vendor drawings and interdisciplinary documents for instrumentation requirements and integration.
• Develop construction and installation specifications for instrumentation systems and equipment.
• Perform field investigations to gather site data, verify existing conditions, support tie-ins, and provide construction support during execution.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to less experienced engineers, designers, and drafters.
• Develop conceptual layouts, system approaches, and cost studies to support efficient and practical engineering solutions.

Basic Qualifications

• Strong experience in instrument specification, datasheet development, and equipment requisitioning.
• Proven ability to perform technical bid evaluations and vendor comparisons.
• Familiarity with a wide range of industrial instrumentation equipment and applications.
• Strong understanding of instrument selection criteria based on process conditions and service requirements.
• Experience working with vendors, suppliers, and procurement teams.
• Understanding of how instrumentation interfaces with control systems (PLC/DCS).
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, MicroStation, or similar tools (for reviewing and supporting design deliverables).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, or a related discipline from an accredited university is required.
• Professional Engineering registration is highly preferred but is not required.