SeniorPrincipal Instrumentation & Controls Engineer

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Position: Senior/Principal Instrumentation & Controls Engineer (Denver CO Austin TX Muscatine IA or Chicago IL)

Job Overview:
We are seeking a highly experienced Senior/Principal Instrumentation & Controls Engineer to lead the design development and implementation of advanced process instrumentation and control systems across a diverse portfolio of infrastructure and energy projects. This role provides technical leadership and strategic direction for complex projects involving municipal water and wastewater systems power generation industrial automation microgrids and combined heat and power (CHP) systems.

As a senior technical authority you will oversee full project lifecyclesfrom concept through commissioningwhile mentoring engineering teams interfacing with clients and ensuring high-quality compliant and innovative control system solutions.

This is a direct-hire position.

Key Responsibilities:
Technical Leadership & System Design
Lead the evaluation design and optimization of plant control and instrumentation systems across multiple industries
Provide subject matter expertise in Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)
Oversee development and review of key engineering deliverables including P&IDs I/O lists instrument data sheets cable schedules and procurement specifications
Direct the creation and validation of control logic including ladder logic functional block diagrams and SAMA diagrams
Ensure successful system integration testing installation and commissioning in collaboration with site engineering teams
Establish and enforce engineering standards best practices and quality control processes
Project Execution & Strategy
Lead complex multi-disciplinary engineering projects from planning through execution and closeout
Perform and oversee technical analysis design computations and cost evaluations to support decision-making
Evaluate design alternatives and recommend optimal solutions based on technical feasibility cost and risk
Provide technical oversight during bid evaluations vendor selection and procurement processes
Identify and drive process improvements innovation and standardization across projects
Client Engagement & Business Development
Serve as the primary technical interface with clients utilities and stakeholders
Lead client meetings presentations and technical discussions both onsite and remotely
Support business development efforts including proposal development scope definition and cost estimation
Build and maintain strong client relationships through responsive communication and delivery excellence
Leadership & Mentorship
Mentor and guide junior and mid-level engineers designers and technicians
Provide technical direction and oversight to ensure accurate translation of engineering designs into construction documents
Foster a collaborative high-performance engineering culture across teams
Documentation & Quality Assurance
Ensure completeness and accuracy of all engineering documentation including calculations reports and technical memoranda
Maintain compliance with internal QA/QC standards and industry regulations
Oversee documentation throughout the project lifecycle to ensure traceability and quality

Qualifications:
Education & Licensure
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or related field from an ABET-accredited institution (BSEE preferred)
Professional Engineer (PE) license required
Masters degree preferred
Experience
10 years of progressive experience in control systems engineering with a focus on industrial utility or infrastructure projects
Proven experience leading complex engineering projects and multidisciplinary teams
Extensive background in control system design integration and commissioning
Technical Skills
Deep expertise in:
o Distributed Control Systems (DCS)
o Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)
o Industrial automation and process control systems
Strong working knowledge of:
o P&IDs I/O lists instrumentation design and control system documentation
o Power generation systems water/wastewater systems or industrial processes
Experience with engineering design tools and industry standards

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