Instrumentation Specialist

ICM Inc; Colwich (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

ICM Inc in Colwich, Kansas, is seeking an Instrumentation Specialist I for recent graduates or early-career engineers. In this role, you will gain hands-on technical knowledge and support instrumentation engineering across various projects.

Your responsibilities will include collaborating with clients, troubleshooting technical issues, and contributing to project deliverables. An Associate's degree in Engineering is required; 0-3 years of related experience preferred.

Qualifications

• 0-3 years of instrumentation or related technical experience preferred.
• Strong recent graduates with relevant coursework, internships, and project experience encouraged to apply.
• Must possess a current, valid driver's license with no restrictions.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day instrumentation engineering activities.
• Partner with clients and internal teams for control design and documentation.
• Provide engineering support as projects move from design to execution.

Skills

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD or similar design tools

Math and technical problem-solving

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Associate’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Launch Your Engineering Career as an Instrumentation Specialist I

Are you a recent graduate or early-career engineer ready to turn what you learned in the classroom into real-world project experience? In this role, you will work alongside experienced professionals, build hands‑on technical knowledge, and contribute to meaningful engineering projects from day one. If you are curious, detail‑oriented, and excited to grow your career in automation and instrumentation, we would love to hear from you.

As an Instrumentation Specialist I, you will support instrumentation engineering work across a variety of projects while learning from a collaborative team. This is a strong opportunity for someone early in their career who wants to develop technical expertise, work with clients and field teams, and build a foundation in control design, electrical specifications, and project execution.

• Support day-to-day instrumentation engineering activities while learning team processes, tools, and project standards.


• Partner with clients, contractors, and internal teams to help develop control design and electrical specification documentation for projects.


• Provide engineering support to clients, contractors, and field personnel as projects move from design into execution.


• Help troubleshoot technical issues and support field teams with practical solutions when challenges arise.


• Contribute to the development of instrumentation specifications and detailed control designs for engineering projects.


• Assist with developing instrument take-offs based on project P&IDs and related design documents.


• Prepare or support the preparation of instrument data sheets, loop diagrams, and other core project deliverables.


• Help optimize instrumentation systems for performance, reliability, compliance, and cost-effectiveness.


• Learn and support internal project systems such as PIDMO and PROCORE to help teams stay organized and efficient.


• Assist with gathering and reviewing vendor quotes based on project instrumentation specifications.


• Support proposal development and budgeting activities for instrumentation-related projects.


• Collaborate with vendors and cross-functional teams to help procure materials and equipment while building your technical and project knowledge.


• Provide for long‑term development of the Instrumentation Engineering Team and its personnel.

Education:

Associate’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field required.

Knowledge & Experience:

0-3 years of instrumentation or related technical experience preferred; strong recent graduates with relevant coursework, internships, co‑ops, or hands‑on project experience are encouraged to apply.

Industrial plant experience is a plus but not required for candidates with strong technical potential and a willingness to learn.

Skills & Abilities:

• Comfort using Microsoft Office and standard computer applications.


• Exposure to AutoCAD or similar design tools is helpful.


• Experience or interest in the ethanol or industrial process industry is beneficial.


• Familiarity with the National Electric Code (NEC) is helpful.


• Strong math, science, and technical problem‑solving skills.


• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality work.


• Ability to manage deadlines and stay organized in a project-based environment.


• Strong organizational skills and the ability to keep track of multiple details.


• Ability to balance multiple tasks and adapt as project priorities evolve.


• Clear written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.


• Ability to learn quickly, apply feedback, and work independently after onboarding and training.

Must possess current, valid driver's license with no restrictions.