Instrumentation Engineer - Energy

Larson Design Group; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Instrumentation Engineer to join their innovative team. This exciting role focuses on instrumentation design, calculations, and hardware specifications, offering a unique opportunity for professional growth. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, contributing to diverse projects while developing essential skills. With a commitment to employee ownership and a flexible work culture, this firm emphasizes personal and professional development, making it an ideal place for aspiring engineers to advance their careers.

Benefits

Flexible Work Environment

Paid Training for Licensures

Competitive Benefits

Bonus Plans

Company-funded ESOP

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering is required.
• EIT Certification preferred for this role.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain instrument databases and specifications.
• Design control panels and supervise wiring for field devices.
• Prepare technical reports and assist in project support.

Skills

Instrumentation Design

Control Systems

Database Management

Technical Reporting

ISA Standards

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

EIT Certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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Larson Design Group (LDG) is an award-winning, employee-owned Architecture, Engineering, and Consulting Firm. Guided by our core values, we’re expanding our team, opening new offices, and adding new offerings to provide responsive, innovative solutions to clients nationwide.

Our culture is driven by being 100% employee-owned, which influences our decision-making, motivates our teams, and enhances our productivity and retention. We work hard for our clients and each other, fostering a collaborative, enjoyable environment focused on delivering exceptional quality and enriching our communities.

We offer a flexible work environment, paid training for licensures, competitive benefits, bonus plans, and a company-funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), supporting your professional and personal growth.

Your Opportunity + Impact

This position involves instrumentation design, calculations, hardware specifications, and database updates. The Instrumentation Engineer I – III is a junior to mid-level role reporting to an Engineer IV or Department Manager. The role emphasizes learning, skill development, and increasing proficiency, with progression based on mastery rather than years of experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain instrument databases.
• Support and develop details for PID controls.
• Create instrument hardware specifications using ISA standards and industry norms.
• Participate in project support to develop professional skills.
• Assist in developing control strategies and functional specifications.
• Prepare instrument data sheets, specifications, and technical reports for review.
• Design and check control panels, including shop testing.
• Supervise IO wiring design for field devices such as motors and VFDs.
• Develop installation detail drawings.
• Support design team members.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Education And Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• EIT Certification preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of four years in the engineering field.
• Prior engineering experience preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Knowledge of instrumentation specifications.

Larson Design Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion, prohibiting discrimination based on protected characteristics.