Instrumentation Engineer — Specs, Procurement & Field Support

Cajun Industries, LLC; Baton Rouge (LA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Cajun Engineering Solutions is seeking a detail-oriented Instrumentation Engineer focused on specification, datasheet development, and procurement for industrial projects. You will work with project teams, vendors, and procurement to ensure proper selection and compliance with client requirements.

The role emphasizes instrument package development, technical evaluation, and support for bid processes, with strong preference for candidates having electrical capabilities.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in instrument specification, datasheet development, and equipment requisitioning.
• Experience with technical bid evaluations and vendor comparisons.
• Familiarity with ISA, API, NEC standards as applicable.
• Experience interfacing instrumentation with PLC/DCS systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop instrument datasheets, specifications, and procurement packages.
• Coordinate with project teams, vendors, and procurement for equipment delivery.
• Prepare instrument indexes, material take-offs, and estimate-level deliverables.
• Review vendor drawings and ensure instrument requirements and integration.
• Provide guidance to designers and drafters on instrumentation details.
• Develop construction and installation specifications for instrumentation systems.

Skills

Instrument specification

Datasheet development

Vendor evaluation & procurement

Technical bid evaluations

Process instrumentation interfacing

Project coordination

Analytical & communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Instrumentation Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

Cajun Engineering Solutions is seeking a detail-oriented Instrumentation Engineer focused on specification, datasheet development, and procurement for industrial projects. You will work with project teams, vendors, and procurement to ensure proper selection and compliance with client requirements.

The role emphasizes instrument package development, technical evaluation, and support for bid processes, with strong preference for candidates having electrical capabilities.