Instrumentation & Controls Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Chelmsford; On-site; USD 120,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading chemical engineering firm is seeking an Instrumentation & Controls Engineer in Chelmsford, MA. In this role, you will design and implement instrumentation systems for various projects, requiring a Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of experience. The position offers a competitive salary and the chance to work with innovative technologies in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for growth

Work with high-caliber teams

Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands-on experience in Instrumentation and Controls Engineering.
• Knowledge of hazardous area classification and UL-508A standards.
• Understanding of DCS/PLC hardware.

Responsibilities

• Develop project documents including schematics and control panel layouts.
• Specify and select instrumentation for various applications.
• Commission instrumentation systems onsite.

Skills

Instrumentation skills

Control systems knowledge

Process engineering experience

Mechanical integration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Electrical, or Computer Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Procore

BlueBeam PDF

SocketWorx smart P&ID

Job description

Instrumentation & Controls Engineer – Chelmsford, MA
$120,000 – $135,000/year | Permanent | Full-Time

Company Overview
We are a leading chemical process engineering and construction firm with decades of experience delivering customized design/build projects. Our team supports innovative industries such as life sciences, chemical manufacturing, and environmental remediation, helping scale new technologies from concept to market.

Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled Instrumentation & Controls Engineer with experience in instrumentation, control systems, process engineering, and mechanical integration. This role involves designing, specifying, procuring, and implementing instrumentation systems across all project phases—from conceptual design to commissioning.

The ideal candidate is hands-on, self-motivated, and thrives in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities and challenging deadlines.

Key Responsibilities
• Develop and maintain project documents (Instrument Location Plans, I/O Lists, Equipment Database, Control Panel Layouts, Schematics, Loop Diagrams).
• Create and manage equipment datasheets, specifications, and bid packages.
• Specify and select suitable instrumentation for various chemical and mechanical applications, including installation details, materials of construction.
• Support procurement through vendor selection and technical bid evaluations.
• Participate in the design and execution of automated systems and control strategies.
• Commission instrumentation systems onsite, ensuring compliance with hazardous area classifications (intrinsically safe, explosion-proof).
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate mechanical, process, and automation systems.
• Troubleshoot analog/discrete signals and communication types (HART, Profibus, DeviceNet, Ethernet I/P, Modbus).
• Perform service work and troubleshooting for control systems using multimeters and other diagnostic tools.
• Travel regionally during project commissioning phases.

Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Electrical, or Computer Engineering.
• 2+ years of hands-on experience in Instrumentation and Controls Engineering.
• Knowledge of hazardous area classification and UL-508A industrial control panel standards.
• Understanding of DCS/PLC hardware and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Access, Project).
• Experience with Procore, BlueBeam PDF, and SocketWorx smart P&ID.

Why Join Us?
• Work with a high-caliber team on innovative projects that bring new technologies to market.
• Exposure to diverse industries with opportunities for growth.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.