New Grad Instrument & Controls Engineer – Global Facilities

Burns & McDonnell; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Disability insurance

Time off

ESOP

401(k)

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell in Chicago, IL is seeking an Assistant Instrument & Controls Engineer to assist design teams across EPC stages for refinery and chemical projects. You will help prepare instrumentation deliverables, control system data sheets, I/O lists, and P&ID collaboration, while supporting FATs and vendor reviews.

Requirements include a bachelor’s in engineering, EIT, strong communication, and proficiency in AutoCAD/MicroStation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in engineering required with ABET preferred.
• EIT certification preferred and GPA 3.0+ encouraged.
• Strong communication and analytical skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist instrumentation engineering deliverables: Instrument Index, Data Sheets, Installation Details, Location Plans, Wiring & Loop Diagrams.
• Support control systems data sheets and FAT coordination.
• Assist with I&C purchase specs, bids, and vendor documentation reviews.
• Collaborate with Process Engineering on P&ID development and KTQ tasks.
• Participate in design reviews and ensure safety/compliance.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or a related field

ABET accreditation strongly preferred

Engineers in Training (EIT) Certification

Minimum 3.0 GPA strongly preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

2D & 3D rendering programs

Job description

Burns & McDonnell in Chicago, IL is seeking an Assistant Instrument & Controls Engineer to assist design teams across EPC stages for refinery and chemical projects. You will help prepare instrumentation deliverables, control system data sheets, I/O lists, and P&ID collaboration, while supporting FATs and vendor reviews.

Requirements include a bachelor’s in engineering, EIT, strong communication, and proficiency in AutoCAD/MicroStation.