Intrument Engineer

Job Details

Instrument Engineer | Contract| TWIC Required
6 month contract with the possibility of a 6 month extension
Quintana, TX


Job Description

• Instrument Engineer to support the end-to-end execution of minor capital projects (typically valued from $50k to $1M).
• Responsible for defining the project scope, performing detailed instrumentation design and review with operations and maintenance teams, and overseeing on-site installation and commissioning. This role requires a blend of technical expertise in field instrumentation and project management skills to navigate a complex operating environment.

• Project Lifecycle Management: Lead minor capital projects through all phases, from initial concept and justification to final startup and closeout.
• Technical Design & Specification: Develop engineering deliverables, including instrument data sheets, loop drawings, wiring diagrams, and P&IDs.
• Cost Estimation & Budgeting: Prepare Front-End Loading (FEL) studies and to secure project funding.
• Procurement & Vendor Coordination: Specify and select instrumentation equipment (e.g., control valves, transmitters, sensors) and manage relationships with external vendors.
• Field Execution: Oversee site construction activities, coordinate with maintenance and operations for system tie-ins, and lead loop checking and commissioning.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all project work adheres to Management of Change (MOC) processes and meets industry standards like

• Experience: 5-10+ years in the oil and gas or petrochemical industry, with a proven track record in project engineering.
• Technical Proficiency: Hands-on experience with field instruments (pressure, flow, level), control valves, and their integration with DCS/PLC systems.
• Soft Skills: Strong project reporting skills and the ability to communicate technical requirements effectively to multi-disciplinary teams