Staff Instrumentation Engineer

Brindley Engineering Corporation; Lisle (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Paid parental leave

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Brindley Engineering Corporation in Lisle, Illinois, is seeking a Staff Instrumentation Engineer responsible for leading instrumentation projects and developing design solutions. The ideal candidate should possess a BSc degree and over 8 years of experience with expertise in DCS and PLC systems.

The position includes opportunities for professional development and a comprehensive benefits package. Applicants should have strong leadership and communication skills and be ready to oversee multiple projects in varying environments.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8+ years of relevant experience.
• P.E. licensure preferred.
• Experience leading small teams.
• Strong organizational, written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead instrumentation projects and prepare project scope of work.
• Attend client technical meetings and develop instrumentation design solutions.
• Select and size process instrumentation.
• Generate instrumentation data sheets and installation details.

Skills

Knowledge of ISA standards

API standards

ASME instrumentation standards

DCS systems

PLC systems

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

BSc in Instrument, Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical Engineering

Tools

SPI software

Instrument vendor sizing software

Job description

Job Description

The Staff Instrumentation Engineer is responsible for reviewing client requirements and standards for new or updated process instrumentation and developing instrumentation solutions, including detailed designs, specifications, and sizing of process instrumentation such as control valves and on/off automated valves. The role requires experience with DCS and PLC systems and the ability to work on multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead instrumentation projects and prepare project scope of work.
• Attend client technical meetings and field walk‑down meetings.
• Develop and produce instrumentation design solutions and deliverables.
• Perform selection and sizing of process instrumentation.
• Generate instrumentation data sheets, instrument sizing calculations, loop drawings, installation details, instrument lists, DCS/PLC I/O lists, and P&ID’s.
• Work with the piping group for inline instrumentation piping designs, level designs, flow metering straight runs, and control valve stations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: BSc in Instrument, Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical Engineering.
• Experience: Minimum 8+ years.
• Licensure: P.E. Preferred.
• Technical Skills: Knowledge of ISA, API and ASME instrumentation standards.
• Working knowledge of SPI and instrument vendor sizing software.
• Management: Experience leading small teams and working with other disciplines.
• Other Skills: Strong organizational, written and verbal communication skills.

Professional Development Opportunities

• Develop instrumentation knowledge and skills.
• Develop instrument group deliverables and technologies to generate them.
• Training and mentoring for internal team growth.
• Develop in technologies used for instrumentation designs.

Physical and Site Requirements

• Must possess physical mobility on the ground and at heights.
• May be required to pick up, lift, carry, and move up to 50 lbs.
• May be required to work at heights, climb ladders and stairways, and occasionally work off platforms/scaffolding/ladders using the appropriate fall protection.
• Must work in all weather conditions while wearing appropriate PPE (hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs, masks/respirators, hi‑vis safety vests, leather gloves, steel‑toed boots).
• May be required to position in confined spaces.
• May be required to adhere to a client’s random drug testing program prior to entering their site.
• May be required to meet a client’s facial hair safety policy prior to entering their site.

Pay Range

$110,000 - $150,000 annually (subject to various factors such as experience, certifications, location, market conditions).

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance; life and disability insurance; 401(k) savings plan with employer matching; company paid holidays; paid parental leave; compensatory time off; and paid time off (PTO). Additional details provided upon offer.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Brindley Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or other protected characteristics as outlined by federal, state, and local laws. BE participates in E‑Verify.