Control & Instrumentation Engineer

EnergyX; Austin (TX); On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Healthcare benefits

Equity compensation

Employer 401K contributions

PTO and Sick Leave

Job summary

A leading energy materials company in Austin, Texas, is seeking an Instrumentation and Controls Engineer to join their innovative team. The role involves designing, developing, and implementing control systems, requiring a solid understanding of control theory and automation. Candidates must have at least 5 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree in engineering. The position offers a competitive salary, healthcare benefits, and opportunities to work on cutting-edge technologies.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in instrumentation and control engineering in an industrial setting.
• Experience with OPC UA and/or Modbus communication protocols.
• NFPA 70E electrical training is required.

Responsibilities

• Design and build E&I and control systems, including panel wiring and PLC programming.
• Conduct factory and site acceptance tests for control systems.
• Prepare project documentation, including control narratives and functional specifications.

Skills

Control theory

Process instrumentation

Automation systems

Problem-solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering

Tools

Ignition software

PLC programming

SCADA systems

Job description

Energy Exploration Technologies, Inc. (EnergyX) has a mission to become a worldwide leader in the global transition to sustainable energy. Founded in 2018, the company is fundamentally changing the way humanity is powering our world and storing clean energy with breakthrough lithium‑ion technology and energy storage solutions.

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Instrumentation and Controls Engineer to join our innovative engineering team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the design, development, and implementation of instrumentation and control systems for various industrial applications. This role requires a strong understanding of control theory, process instrumentation, and system integration.

Key Responsibilities

Design and Development

• Design and build E&I and control systems, including panel wiring, PLC programming, HMI development, and SCADA development and integration.
• Develop instrumentation specifications and selection criteria for various projects.
• Create and review P&IDs (Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams) and control schematics.
• Develop data visualization from MySQL databases in platforms such as Ignition, Grafana, or similar.

Testing and Commissioning

• Conduct factory acceptance tests (FAT) and site acceptance tests (SAT) for control systems.
• Integrate control systems with existing infrastructure and ensure seamless operation.
• Perform commissioning electrical work including sensor addition, sensor validation, and motor wiring.
• Perform general system commissioning, calibration, and troubleshooting.

Project Management

• Prepare project documentation, including control narratives, functional specifications, and user manuals.
• Compliance and Standards.
• Ensure all instrumentation and control designs comply with industry standards and safety regulations.
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in control technology and best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in instrumentation and control engineering, in an industrial setting.
• Strong understanding of process instrumentation, control theory, and automation systems.
• Experience with Ignition software including server commissioning, PLC communication, tag historian, and HMI design.
• Experience with OPC UA and/or Modbus communication protocols.
• Excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• 25% travel is required.

Certifications

• NFPA 70E electrical training is required.

Preferred Requirements

• Experience with DCS (Distributed Control Systems) and advanced control strategies.
• Familiarity with Linux based server commissioning.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity practices for industrial control systems.
• Familiarity with industry standards such as ISA, IEC, and NFPA.
• Experience with programming languages such as Python, C++, or MATLAB for control applications.
• Certification in control systems or instrumentation (e.g., ISA Certified Control Systems Technician) is a plus.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to shape the commercial direction of a fast‑growing energy materials company.
• Competitive pay.
• Healthcare (Health, Dental, Vision) with employer contribution.
• PTO and Sick Leave.
• Equity Compensation.
• Employer 401K contributions.
• A global platform with exposure to cutting‑edge technologies and top‑tier customers.

EnergyX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with EnergyX is governed on the basis of merit, competence, and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.