Senior Instrument Engineer – Process Automation & Safety

Keystone Engineering Inc; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An engineering company is seeking an experienced Instrument Engineer for their Metairie office. The role involves developing instrumentation systems for complex processes in petrochemical settings and requires a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field along with 7+ years of industry experience. The ideal candidate will be proficient with PLCs and DCS systems and possess strong communication skills. This full-time position offers opportunities for occasional travel for site inspections.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant experience in the petrochemical or process manufacturing industries.
• Experience with hazardous area classification and intrinsically safe systems.
• Ability to lead project communications.

Responsibilities

• Develop and specify instrumentation systems for complex control applications.
• Support field installation, calibration, and commissioning of instruments.
• Ensure instrumentation systems comply with industry codes and standards.

Skills

Instrumentation systems design

PLC and DCS systems

Strong written and verbal communication

Self-motivated and organized

Education

Bachelor's degree in Instrumentation, Electronics, or Electrical Engineering

Tools

SPI (SmartPlant Instrumentation)

AutoCAD

Job description

An engineering company is seeking an experienced Instrument Engineer for their Metairie office. The role involves developing instrumentation systems for complex processes in petrochemical settings and requires a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field along with 7+ years of industry experience. The ideal candidate will be proficient with PLCs and DCS systems and possess strong communication skills. This full-time position offers opportunities for occasional travel for site inspections.