Instrumentation & Control Engineer III

About the role

Zachry Engineering Corporation (ZEC) is currently accepting applications for an I&C Engineer III to join our Instrumentation & Controls Department in Omaha, NE. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to challenging and rewarding projects supporting power generation, industrial, and energy clients.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and perform instrumentation and controls engineering assignments requiring independent judgment and application of engineering principles.
• Develop and review instrumentation engineering deliverables, including Instrument Indexes, Instrument Data Sheets, Loop Diagrams, Wiring Diagrams, Instrument Location Plans, and Specifications.
• Develop control system design deliverables including I/O Lists, Cause & Effect Matrices, Control Narratives, and Logic Diagrams.
• Support the design and implementation of Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), Human Machine Interfaces (HMI), and related control system technologies.
• Coordinate with process, mechanical, electrical, civil, and structural disciplines to ensure integrated project execution.
• Review vendor documentation and technical proposals for instrumentation and control system equipment.
• Perform field investigations, site walks, and support startup and commissioning activities as required.
• Prepare engineering studies, technical reports, project estimates, and equipment specifications.
• Assist with control system troubleshooting and provide technical solutions during project execution.
• Evaluate and apply applicable codes, standards, and industry best practices.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and designers.
• Participate in client meetings, design reviews, and project planning activities.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related engineering discipline from an accredited university.
• 5-10+ years of instrumentation and controls engineering experience.
• Strong understanding of instrumentation design, control systems engineering, and industrial automation.
• Experience with Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and/or PLC-based control systems.
• Knowledge of process instrumentation including pressure, temperature, flow, and level measurement technologies.
• Experience developing engineering deliverables such as Instrument Indexes, I/O Lists, Control Narratives, and Instrument Data Sheets.
• Familiarity with industrial, utility, energy, power generation, manufacturing, or process facilities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a collaborative engineering environment.
• Proficiency with engineering software including Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and related design tools.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple assignments and meet project deadlines.
• Willingness to travel periodically for client meetings, field investigations, and commissioning support.

Preferred:

• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain licensure.
• Experience supporting power generation facilities, including fossil, renewable, and combined-cycle power plants.
• Experience with control systems such as ABB, Emerson Ovation, Siemens T3000, Honeywell, Allen-Bradley, Schneider Electric, or similar platforms.
• Experience with Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems (CEMS).
• Startup, commissioning, and field support experience.
• Previous EPC or consulting engineering experience.

Working Conditions

Physical Demands:

• Employee must be able to effectively communicate in person, by telephone, and electronically.
• Position may require standing, walking, climbing ladders or stairs, and occasional lifting of equipment or materials during site visits.

Work Environment:

• Employee will work in a combination of office and field environments.
• Field assignments may occur at industrial facilities, manufacturing plants, utility stations, and power generation facilities.
• Exposure to varying weather conditions, elevated noise levels, and active construction environments may be required.