Instrumentation & Controls Engineer

NV5; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Medical, dental, and supplemental保险

Employee Assistance Program

Company paid Life & AD&D

Company paid Disability

401K Plan

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Job summary

NV5 LNG Engineering in Portsmouth, NH seeks an Instrumentation & Controls Engineer to contribute from FEED through commissioning on LNG and natural gas projects nationwide.

The role requires hands-on design of control systems, PLC/SCADA programming, and integration with field instrumentation. Travel is 10–20% across the continental US, with a focus on safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of industrial controls experience; 8+ years preferred.
• Hands-on design, programming, installation, debugging and maintenance of control systems.
• Experience with DCS/PLC/RTU/SCADA and Allen-Bradley ControlLogix is a plus.
• Strong analytical thinking and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead selection, procurement and installation of hardware for automation systems.
• Design control panels, networks, and field wiring for instrumentation.
• Develop and implement process control narratives and P&ID coordination.
• Create PLC and HMI software for LNG peak-shaving plants; travel for commissioning.
• Collaborate with project teams, clients, and vendors; ensure health, safety and quality standards.

Skills

Industrial controls engineering

PLC programming

DCS/SCADA/RTU

Allen-Bradley ControlLogix

Electrical instrumentation

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

HART Communicators

Fluke process meters

Job description

Position Summary

We are seekingan Instrumentation & Controls Engineer to join our team of experienced engineering professionals. This position provides the opportunity to contribute to a variety of controls engineering projects from initial concept (FEED) through design, procurement, construction, and commissioning. The successful candidate will work closely with engineers, designers, clients, and vendors to deliver effective engineering solutions for Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) and natural gas projects nationwide.

This role is based in ourPortsmouth, NH office.

About NV5 LNG Engineering

At NV5, we engineer transformative LNG solutions to address industry pressing challenges head-on.

Our innovative approach includes the design and installation of liquefaction equipment at gas utility sites, enabling utilities to purchase natural gas at opportune moments when prices are low and compress it into liquefied natural gas (LNG). By compressing natural gas into LNG, utilities can effectively store it, ensuring availability during peak usage periods and mitigating the impact of price fluctuations.

Join us in revolutionizing natural gas delivery, as we harness the power of technology to meet the evolving needs of a dynamic energy landscape.

Responsibilities

• Lead the selection, procurement, and installation of hardware for industrial automation equipment and instrumentation systems.
• Design control system panels, networks, field junction boxes, and other control system hardware components.
• Develop and implement process control system narratives.
• Assist with the development of Piping and Instrument Diagrams and ensure adherence to ISA standards for the process industry.
• Develop PLC programming software and HMI operating screens for LNG peak-shaving plants. Travel to client sites to deploy, debug, and test control system software during commissioning.
• Utilize various electrical and controls test equipment such as Fluke process meters, HART Communicators, etc., to assess control system equipment and diagnose faults.
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplined team of project managers, engineers, designers, technicians, purchasers, and other internal staff.
• Regularly interface with clients, suppliers, and third-party subcontractors.
• Understanding and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and quality standards.
• Travel is typically between 10% to 20% but varies each year depending on site commissioning activities. Travel in continental US only.

Requirements

• Minimum 4 years of industrial controls engineering experience, with preference given to candidates possessing 8 or more years of relevant experience. Additional experience will be considered in lieu of a bachelor's degree.
• Hands-on experience designing, programming, installing, debugging, and maintaining industrial control systems (DCS, PLC, RTU, or SCADA) is preferred. Experience with Allen Bradley ControlLogix (or equivalent) is a plus.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with PLC functions and integrated controls equipment.
• Experience coordinating fire and gas detection systems with PLC, SCADA, DCS, and emergency shutdown systems is a plus.
• Ability to set priorities, to be self-disciplined, and consistent.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively individually or within a multi-disciplined project group.
• Computer literacy in MS Office and general computer use is a must.
• Experience with AutoCAD (preferably AutoCAD Electrical) is a plus.

Benefits

NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, dental, and supplemental insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company paid Life & AD&D
• Company paid Disability
• 401K Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off

Company Overview

NV5 delivers technology-enabled engineering, consulting, and geospatial solutions that help clients plan, design, and optimize infrastructure, buildings, utilities, and environmental systems. We bring together technical expertise, data, and innovative thinking to create resilient, high-performance assets. As part of TiC Solutions, alongside Acuren, we share a purpose: to shape and strengthen the physical world.

Our work starts with our people. We invest in their growth and never compromise on safety. We work as one team across disciplines and geographies, bringing diverse perspectives and a shared purpose to complex challenges.

At NV5, we take pride in high-quality work that creates lasting value for our clients. We challenge the status quo, continuously improve, and turn insight into smarter designs, plans, and solutions. Join us to contribute your expertise and collaborate with our teams to help shape the infrastructure and systems the world relies on.