Instrumentation & Controls Engineer II

AtkinsRéalis; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) with vesting

Paid time off

Flexible work options

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking an experienced Instrumentation & I&C Engineer II for our Bothell, WA team. You will support instrument selection, I&C calculations, HMIs, and control logic, contributing to fast-track project execution.

The role requires 2–8 years in power plant or industrial environments, familiarity with DCS/PLC, and proficiency with design software such as AutoCAD and SmartPlant Instrumentation. Strong teamwork and timely delivery are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Chemical, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited recognized institution.
• Two to eight years of power plant, industrial, operations and/or construction engineering experience or equivalent.
• Control system engineering experience - DCS and/or PLC experience preferred.
• Experience with I&C related design software packages is preferred.
• Familiarity with codes associated with the I&C discipline (NEC, ASME, NFPA, ISA) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance in instrument selection for P&ID development.
• Provide I&C engineering calculations using approved procedures, software, and company formats.
• Assist in control system engineering functions such as HMI graphics design, control logic development, communications link development and system configuration.
• Utilizing instrumentation design software, catalog instrumentation information and develop instrument data sheets.
• Develop project-specific I&C equipment specifications based on project scope documents.
• Generate bid tab evaluations and purchase requisitions for specified equipment.
• Review vendor drawings for correctness and contract requirements, and incorporate this information into the I&C design documents.
• Coordinate major I&C vendors and function as primary Company liaison.
• Check work of other members of the Engineering / Design Team.
• Provide project instrumentation and controls support to Construction and Start Up personnel as required.

Skills

Instrument selection

I&C calculations

HMI design

DCS/PLC experience

Microsoft Office

Team collaboration

Education

B.S. in Chemical/Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SmartPlant Instrumentation

Job description

Job Description Overview

Our Engineering group in Bothell, WA, USA is looking for a full-time experienced Instrumentation & Controls Engineer II to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have an I&C background coupled with experience with plant design software to produce design documentation in the fast-track project execution environment.

Your role

• Provide assistance in instrument selection for P&ID development.
• Provide I&C engineering calculations using approved procedures, software, and company formats.
• Assist in control system engineering functions such as HMI graphics design, control logic development, communications link development and system configuration.
• Utilizing instrumentation design software, catalog instrumentation information and develop instrument data sheets.
• Develop project specific I&C equipment specifications based on project scope documents.
• Generate bid tab evaluations and purchase requisitions for specified equipment.
• Review vendor drawings for correctness and contract requirements, and incorporate this information into the I&C design documents.
• Coordinate major I&C vendors and function as primary Company liaison.
• Check work of other members of the Engineering / Design Team.
• Provide project instrumentation and controls support to Construction and Start Up personnel as required.

About you

• Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited recognized institution.
• Two to eight years of power plant, industrial, operations and/or construction engineering experience or equivalent.
• Control system engineering experience - Distributed Control System (DCS) and/or Programmable Logic Control (PLC) experience preferred.
• Experience with I&C related design software packages is preferred.
• Basic understanding of thermal cycles and process and/or I&C equipment used in power plants preferred.
• Should have a familiarity with codes associated with the I&C discipline (NEC, ASME, NFPA, ISA, etc.).
• Capable of working under tight deadlines, while also achieving objectives.
• Proficient in computer software applications such as Microsoft Office.
• Previous experience with plant design software such as SmartPlant Instrumentation and AutoCAD software packages is preferred.
• Proactive in obtaining needed information and support to complete work on time.
• Flexible in balancing workload and priorities across multiple projects.
• Passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam or have a valid Professional Engineering License.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written forms.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Rewards & benefits

At AtkinsRéalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.

Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits.

You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.

About AtkinsRéalis

We’re AtkinsRéalis , a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.Find out more.

Additional information

Expected compensation range is between $80,000 - $120,000 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

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