Instrumentation Lead

Optimized Process Designs; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Optimized Process Designs (OPD) is seeking an Instrumentation Lead to guide the instrument scope across all phases of an EPC project from development through commissioning. You will own instrumentation specifications, drive procurement, and ensure adherence to ISA/API/ASME standards while coordinating with vendors and multiple internal teams.

The role requires SPI familiarity, experience with SPI databases, and a track record in actionable field installations.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or higher in an engineering or technology discipline.
• Experience with EPC project flow in refinery, chemical, power plant or midstream industries.
• Working knowledge of Codes and Standards such as API, PIP, ASME, ISA, etc.

Responsibilities

• Lead instrumentation scope throughout project lifecycle from development to turnover.
• Develop, review, and markup P&IDs ensuring compliance with standards.
• Own the specification, selection and procurement of instrumentation.
• Collaborate with vendors and procurement to obtain quotations and issue purchase orders.
• Review equipment packages and installation requirements for constructability.
• Coordinate with Process, Mechanical, Civil/Structural, Electrical, Procurement, Construction, and Commissioning teams.
• Maintain Instrument Indexes, Datasheets, Instrument Project Plans and SPI databases.
• Support construction and commissioning activities by resolving technical issues.
• Develop team capability through coaching and knowledge sharing.

Skills

SPI experience

P&ID knowledge

Vendor coordination

ISA standards

Fisher valve sizing

Education

Associate's degree or higher in engineering/technology

Tools

SmartPlant Instrumentation (SPI)

Fisher sizing software

Job description

Optimized Process Designs (OPD), a Koch Engineered Solutions company, is seeking anInstrumentation Leadto join their team. The role is responsible for leading and managing the specification and procurement of all instrumentation in an EPC project, from early development phase to commissioning and turnover. The ideal candidate for this role will have experience with customer interaction, detailed design to construction and has previously worked in SmartPlant Instrumentation (SPI). This role will not only be the point person on a project for Instrumentation, but will also participate in instrumentation specification and design.

This role will sit at our headquarters in Katy, TX Monday - Friday.

This role is not open to Visa sponsorship.

Our Team

Optimized Process Designs is an engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) firm executing on complex energy and infrastructure projects across North America. Their focus and expertise is in the natural gas, natural gas liquids, and petrochemical industries. OPD is part of the larger Koch organization which provides a variety of capabilities across many industries. OPD is known for technical excellence, disciplined project execution, and a culture that empowers engineers to take ownership and create long-term value.

What You Will Do

• Lead the Instrumentation scope throughout the project lifecycle, from project development through commissioning and turnover, ensuring safe and timely project execution.
• Develop, review, and markup P&IDs to ensure compliance with company, client, ISA, and applicable industry standards while maintaining accurate project documentation within SPI.
• Own the specification, selection and procurement of instrumentation, including control valves, regulators, flowmeters, and pressure, temperature, level and flow measurement devices.
• Collaborate with vendors and procurement teams to obtain quotations, perform technical bid evaluations, issue purchase orders, and ensure instrumentation is delivered to support project and field installation schedules.
• Review equipment packages and instrument installation requirements to ensure compliance with project specifications, client requirements, and constructability needs.
• Coordinate effectively with Process, Mechanical, Civil/Structural, Electrical, Procurement, Construction, and Commissioning teams to remove barriers and achieve project objectives.
• Ensure maintenance of accurate and timely Instrument Indexes, Datasheets, Instrument Project Plans and Trackers, and SPI databases in accordance with departmental and project standards.
• Support construction and commissioning activities by resolving technical issues and ensuring instrumentation readiness.
• Build trusted relationships with clients, vendors, contractors, and internal stakeholders through proactive communication and a commitment to delivering value.
• Develop team capability through coaching, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement of work processes and standards.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Associate's degree or higher in an engineering or technology discipline
• Experience with EPC project flow in refinery, chemical, power plant or midstream industries
• Working knowledge of Codes and Standards such as API, PIP, ASME, ISA, etc.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Experience using SmartPlant Instrumentation (SPI) software
• Experience with Fisher control valve sizing software
• Professional Engineering license

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy.

Who We Are

As a Koch Engineered Solutions company, Optimized Process Designs (OPD) provides clients with detailed engineering packages in all disciplines, single-point procurement for all equipment and materials, fabrication, and direct-hired construction services throughout the United States. We leverage in-house capabilities and provide services with faster speed to market to help deliver increased cost savings while minimizing risk.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how ourbusiness philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify.