Instrumentation Lead: EPC / SPI Specialist

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) 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.