Instrumentation and Controls Engineer

At Salas O’Brien Company, we tell our clients that we’re engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That’s why we’re committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future. Building for the long-term means that all our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build unique, meaningful, and high-impact careers and they’ll receive great total rewards along the way.

About the role

Our Nashville office is seeking an Instrumentation & Controls Engineer to join the Industrial Division. The candidate will prepare and support instrumentation and controls deliverables such as instrument indexes, I/O lists, control narratives, loop diagrams, panel layouts, network architecture diagrams, cable schedules, and technical specifications. The candidate will work within a multi-disciplined team of experienced engineers to deliver projects that meet project objectives.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the preparation or modification of instrument and I/O lists, specifications, plans, network architecture, control narratives, construction schedules, studies, permits, and designs for assigned projects.
• Uses computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to prepare engineering and design documents.
• Assists in client contact and communication pertaining to specific projects.
• Conducts analysis and evaluation of breaker controls, process interlocks, industrial communications protocols, SCADA platforms, and safety instrumented systems (SIS).
• Integrates, interfaces, and evaluates programming logic within DCS and/or PLC platforms within industrial settings.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or Chemical Engineering or equivalent from an ABET-accredited school.
• Five years or more of experience within instrumentation and/or controls; related projects preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to exercise independent design decisions.
• Experience and detailed understanding of AutoCAD and/or REVIT designing software.
• Familiarity with Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) and capable of providing input with regard to instrumentation, tagging, and nomenclature.
• Familiarity with control system platforms (PLC/DCS/SCADA).
• Familiar with ISA and NEC codes and standards.
• Ability to simultaneously work on multiple projects within constraints of project deadlines.
• Ability and willingness to travel occasionally (10%) for field investigations, commissioning support, and client meetings.
• Excellent organizational and management skills.
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team, as well as effectively communicate with peers, owners, and contractors.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
• Professional development support
• Performance-based bonuses

Location: Nashville, TN