Instrument Engineering Specialist, Sr.

Post Date

Jul 10, 2026

Location

Houston,
Texas

ZIP/Postal Code

77043
US
Sep 14, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract-to-perm

Category

Electrical Engineering

Req #

HOU-a98e3386-93ec-4039-9a64-6b3cb207385c

Pay Rate

$75 - $94 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

An EPC firm in Houston, TX is seeking an Instrument Engineering Specialist, Sr, to join their team. This individual is responsible for performing instrument engineering assignments associated with designing equipment, components, structures or systems.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Under general supervision, prepare basic to advanced level specifications for project assignments detailing client performance requirements, specific component needs, design requirements, applicable design codes, and vendor drawing requirements.
- Prepare engineering sketches, perform engineering calculations and develop analysis models for moderately complex project assignments.
- Review and/or approve vendor drawings for compliance with project specifications.
- Interact and communicate effectively with clients, subcontractors, vendors and other consultants.
- Set realistic expectations and ensure assigned projects are completed according to schedule and within budget.
- Adhere to company quality standards and follow engineering checking and approval procedures.
- Comply with all company and client health, safety, security and environmental (HSSE) standards as well as federal and local HSSE regulations.
- Actively participate in company and client hazard identification and observation programs, and immediately report any unsafe acts, conditions or incidents to your supervisor.
- Interact with drafting/design group to develop and review engineering drawings.
- Visit job-sites to evaluate site, project requirements, and conditions.
- Visit vendor facilities to inspect equipment for compliance with requirements/specifications.
- Prepare inquiry and purchase requisitions as well as bid tabulations associated with equipment purchases.
- Perform checking of engineering drawings and mathematical calculations.
- Adhere to safe design practices, while focusing on identifying cost saving opportunities.
- Manage workload, budgets and project resources, requesting assistance as necessary.

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Required Skills & Experience

High School diploma OR GED

Industry experience

Field experience

8+ years of experience

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Smart Plant Instrumentation (SPI), Control Valve Sizing, Meter Sizing and Relief Valve Sizing software experience

Working knowledge of the design of instrumented control and safety systems

Working knowledge of instrument and electrical design codes (ISA, NEC, API, etc.)

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.