Instrumentation and Controls Designer - Houston

Hatch Ltd.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Hatch is seeking an Instrumentation & Controls Designer in Houston to join the Project Delivery Group. You will develop 3D models, 2D drawings, and MTO deliverables using Bentley software while coordinating with lead engineers to ensure timely completion and high-quality design deliverables.

The role requires extensive experience in industrial plant layout and instrumentation, with proficiency in SP3D, SPR, and related Bentley tools.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Instrumentation/ Electronics Engineering or equivalent.
• More than 10 years of engineering design experience.
• Experience with Bentley Raceway and Cable Management (BRCM) 3D modeling.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to and promote Hatch safety culture.
• Designer develops 3D models, 2D drawings, and MTO deliverables in Bentley environment.
• Coordinate with lead engineer/designer for timely deliverables.
• Review and ensure quality of designs produced by self and team.
• Prioritize actions to achieve deliverables on schedule.
• Prepare design concepts for internal and client reviews.
• Produce detailed engineering drawings and documentation; develop with BRCM.
• Perform 3D model clash detection and coordinate with other disciplines.
• Extract 2D drawings from 3D model for instruments, cable trays, lighting, grounding, equipment.
• Perform plant layout and instrumentation design using 3D tools (Bentley, Smart Plant).
• Contribute to multidisciplinary design solutions and Hatch quality standards.
• Estimate quantities from 3D models and drawings (MTO).
• Resolve design issues across project lifecycle.
• Apply industry codes and standards.
• Manage project schedule across disciplines.

Skills

Engineering design

Coordination

Communication

Quality assurance

Industrial layouts

Project management

Education

Diploma in Instrumentation/ Electronics Engineering

Tools

Bentley MicroStation

SP3D

BRCM

SmartPlant Review

COMOS

SmartPlant SP3D

SharePoint

BlueBeam

Scope List

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Instrumentation and Controls Designer - Houston

Date: Aug 14, 2026

Location: Houston, TX, US

Company: Hatch

Requisition ID:100942

Job Category:Engineering; Instrumentation & Controls

Location:Houston,TX,United States

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining , energy , and infrastructure ,our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally.

Join our Project Delivery Group (PDG), a dynamic team of professionals passionately committed to world-classproject delivery across the globe.With expertise in sustainable studies, asset building and operations, and industry-leading efficiencies, our best-in-class team leverages methodologies, governance and systems that are unparalleled in theengineering space. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

Looking to take the next step in your career? Hatch is currently seeking a highly motivated Instrumentation & ControlsDesigner to join our Project Delivery Group (PDG) in Houtson, TX.

Hatch is a Global EPCM company looking for a dynamic leader to utilize his technical & leadership skills to positively make an impact on our operations.

PDG helps clients reach their business goals through a range of strong technical capabilities. We ensure world-class project delivery through the skills of our people, methodologies, governance, and systems. Our engineering and project management and construction disciplines ensure safe, efficient, and sustainable delivery of projects globally across the metals and mining, infrastructure, and energy sectors.

We manage our clients’ entire project lifecycle from studies to building assets, operating the assets, and developing efficiencies. Join our team and become part of a community that strives for positive change–providing the best solutions for our clients’ toughest challenges!

As the successful candidate, you will:

• Adhere to and promote the Hatch corporate safety culture.
• Designer is responsible for development and production of 3D model, 2D drawings and MTO deliverables in Bentley environment
• Coordinate work with the lead engineer/ designer, including taking responsibility for timely completion of deliverables.
• Review check and be responsible for quality of designs performed by self and of others in the design team, if required.
• Prioritize project or program discipline actions for the purpose of achieving deliverable quality and adherence to schedule.
• Prepare design concepts for internal and client reviews in collaboration with discipline lead.
• Produce detailed engineering design drawings and documentation for the project. Develop deliverables usingBRCM.
• Perform 3D model clash detection and coordinate design with other disciplines through Interactions and Design Reviews.
• Extraction of 2D drawings from 3D model and preparation of 2D layouts for Instruments (Inline and Off-Line), cable trays, lighting, grounding, equipment etc.
• Perform complex plant layout and Instrumentation systems using 3D design modeling tools (Bentley & Smart Plant suite)
• Contribute to the development of different multidisciplinary design solutions. Provide guidance on Hatch quality standards.
• Responsible for design work related to quantity estimation effort on project or program including direct quantity (MTO) take-off from a 3D model, 2D drawings, sketches and historical data.
• Resolve design issues throughout project lifecycle as required.
• Apply industry best practices, applicable codes, standards.
• Manage the schedule on project or program including multidiscipline interactions, if required.

You bring to the role:

Essential

• Diploma in Instrumentation/ Electronics Engineering or equivalent.
• More than 10 years of engineering design experience.
• Bentley Raceway and Cable Management (BRCM) 3D modeling experience or equivalent software.
• Extensive experience with MicroStation 3D, SP3D & Proficient in Smart Plant Review (SPR) or equivalent software
• Possesses design and modeling skills for Industrial plant layout, design, and detailing.
• Sound knowledge of industry or regulatory codes and standards.
• Experience with multidisciplinary design coordination.
• Sound knowledge of workflows for Instrumentation systems.
• Understanding of other discipline requirements.
• Willingness to stretch, take ownership, quality conscious.
• Openness to multitasking.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills

Preferred

• COMOS Plant Engineering Software experience.
• SmartPlant SP3D modeling experience.
• Experience within a large project, multidisciplinary EPCM environment.
• Exposure to software platforms viz. SharePoint, Blue Beam, Scope list.
• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.