I and C Engineering Professional Career Level

Spectraforce Technologies; Corvallis (OR); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectraforce Technologies, Inc. seeks a Career-Level Instrumentation & Controls Engineer to support site-based projects in Corvallis, Oregon.

In a hybrid role, you will design control systems, develop P&IDs, SOO, and lead system integration while coordinating with stakeholders to meet schedules and design requirements. The ideal candidate has a PE license, a ABET-accredited engineering degree, and at least six years of I&C experience, with NFPA/UL508A knowledge, strong analytical skills and

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience working with Instrumentation and Control systems.
• Solid understanding of NFPA and UL508A standards and requirements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Design facility control systems and SCADA projects.
• Develop P&IDs, loop drawings, control panels, and detailed wiring diagrams.
• Formulate Sequences of Operation (SOO) for complex systems.
• Develop and implement instrumentation controls for manufacturing process equipment and associated safety/automation systems.
• Provide in-process support of controls within an active manufacturing environment.
• Participate in the development of project proposals, budgets, and schedules for process-specific scopes.
• Deliver technical and business presentations to internal teams and external clients.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Forward-thinking mindset

Education

ABET-accredited Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Navisworks

PLC programming

SCADA programming

HMI programming

Job description

I and C Engineering Professional Career Level

Duration:11+ Months
Location: Corvallis, OR (Hybrid)
Position Overview

We are seeking a Career-Level Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Engineer to support site-based projects for state-of-the-art industrial and commercial facilities. In this role, you will collaborate closely with key project stakeholders in a fast-paced, dynamic environment to maintain project schedules, satisfy design requirements, lead system integration, and execute programming tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Design & Engineering:

  • Design facility control systems and SCADA projects.
  • Develop Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), loop drawings, control panels, and detailed wiring diagrams.
  • Formulate Sequences of Operation (SOO) for complex systems.

• Process & Safety Automation:

  • Develop and implement instrumentation controls for manufacturing process equipment and associated safety/automation systems.
  • Provide in-process support of controls within an active manufacturing environment.

• Project Management & Collaboration:

  • Participate in the development of project proposals, budgets, and schedules for process-specific scopes.
  • Deliver technical and business presentations to internal teams and external clients.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.
• Licensure: Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Experience: Minimum of 6 years of experience working with Instrumentation and Control systems.
• Standards: Solid understanding of NFPA and UL508A standards and requirements.

• Skills:

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Forward-thinking mindset with an eagerness to learn best practices and contribute innovative ideas.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical & Software Expertise:

  • Development and programming experience for PLC, SCADA, and HMI devices.
  • Familiarity with AutoCAD, Revit, and/or Navisworks.
  • Basic understanding of industrial cybersecurity principles and best practices.
  • Knowledge of gas and life safety systems and standards.

• Industry Experience:

  • Background in industrial design within pharmaceutical manufacturing, semiconductor facilities, data centers, or similar advanced technology environments.
  • Passion for buildings, construction, and control systems.

• Leadership & Teamwork:

  • Proven ability to lead small design teams.
  • Strong ability to collaborate effectively across multi-disciplinary teams.