What is the role of a Instrumentation & Controls Engineer at Energy Impact Center?

The Instrumentation & Controls Engineer position at Energy Impact Center is a Full-time or part-time position opportunity in the Engineering field.

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Austin, Texas, 78701, United States

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Full-time or part-time position

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Compensation will be discussed during the hiring process.

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Instrumentation & Controls Engineer at Energy Impact Center

Instrumentation & Controls Engineer

Last Energy is seeking a hands-on Instrumentation & Controls Engineer to support the integration, deployment, and lifecycle management of industrial instrumentation, electrical, and control systems. In this role, you will serve as a technical integrator and field-oriented engineer, ensuring automation and control systems are correctly specified, installed, commissioned, and operated within a safety-critical nuclear environment.

This position is ideal for an engineer who thrives at the boundary between design intent and real-world execution working closely with vendors, fabricators, technicians, and operations to translate requirements into reliable, field-ready systems.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Control System Specification: Define functional requirements and performance expectations for PLCs, HMIs, remote I/O, motor controllers, VFDs, and safety devices.
Support vendor selection and review vendor deliverables for technical adequacy
PLC & HMI Oversight: Review, validate, and support PLC logic and HMI designs developed by vendors or integrators. Ensure systems are modular, testable, and aligned with operational and safety requirements
System Architecture & Integration: Integrate electrical, instrumentation, and automation components into cohesive control system architectures, ensuring interoperability across hardware, networks, and field devices
Automation Improvements: Identify opportunities to automate manual or error-prone processes to improve reliability, consistency, and operational margins
Instrumentation Specification: Select and specify field instrumentation (pressure, temperature, flow, level, etc.), including accuracy, environmental suitability, and interface requirements
Electrical & Controls Coordination: Provide technical direction for control panels, power distribution (24 VDC / 120 VAC), grounding, and signal interfaces. Review drawings and wiring packages produced by vendors or fabricators
Lifecycle & Obsolescence Management: Manage component lifecycles, including qualification of substitutes, vendor coordination, and long-term maintainability planning
Field Deployment: Support and oversee fabrication, installation, and wiring of control cabinets and field devices, working directly with electricians, technicians, and vendors
Commissioning & Startup: Lead or support Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), loop checks, and startup activities. Troubleshoot integration issues involving wiring, instrumentation, communications, and control logic
Operational Support: Provide expert troubleshooting for installed systems, resolving complex electrical, instrumentation, and controls issues during operations
Safety Integration: Ensure control and instrumentation systems meet safety basis requirements applicable to DOE Hazard Category 1, 2, or 3 nuclear facilities
Configuration Management: Maintain disciplined configuration control of hardware and software changes. Ensure as-built documentation reflects the installed configuration and approved modifications
Vendor & Stakeholder Engagement: Act as a technical interface between internal teams, vendors, and contractors to ensure safety, quality, and schedule expectations are met

Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related technical field
3+ years of experience supporting industrial electrical, instrumentation, and control systems in a hands-on or field-facing role
Practical experience working with PLC-based control systems (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley), including reviewing logic, supporting testing, and troubleshooting deployed systems
Strong understanding of industrial electronics, instrumentation, and low-voltage power distribution
Demonstrated experience working directly with vendors, integrators, technicians, and installers in commissioning or operational environments
Familiarity with industrial control system cybersecurity concepts and best practices (IEC 62443 knowledge is a plus)
Experience in nuclear, oil & gas, chemical processing, or other highly regulated, safety-critical industries
Working knowledge of industrial communication protocols such as Modbus, TCP/IP, Profinet, or Ethernet/IP

Instrumentation & Controls Engineer at Energy Impact Center – Austin, Texas

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