Engineer II Instrumentation & Control

Zachry Group•Houston, TX

About The Position

Zachry Engineering Corporation is hiring an Engineer II I&C to join its Instrumentation and Control Department in Houston, Texas. The role supports challenging design projects across multiple industries and involves independently completing assigned engineering work within established project expectations. The engineer uses judgment to evaluate and adapt standard techniques, procedures, and criteria, and receives technical guidance on unusual or complex problems and supervisory approval for proposed project plans. The position produces instrumentation engineering and design deliverables, including Instrument Indexes, control system and Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems (CEMS) data sheets, I/O lists, and Process Control Narratives. The engineer applies knowledge of I&C engineering concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures; stays current with new controls engineering techniques; and may prepare and provide technical training to company personnel or customers. Work also includes studies, specifications, proposal evaluations, estimates, and possible recommendations for purchasing control system components. The role may involve work in an office, warehouse, and trailer or building at construction sites. Travel and work in both office and field environments are expected. Zachry Group states that it is dedicated to a safe and drug-free work environment and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline from an accredited engineering program.
Strong background in instrumentation and control systems.
2–5+ years of instrumentation and controls engineering experience.
Training and experience with distributed control systems, including ABB, Emerson Ovation, Siemens T3000, MarkVIe, or GE MicroNet.
Knowledge of control systems for gas boilers and turbines.
Ethics, professionalism, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
Advanced oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work in a collaborative, transparent, teamwork-based culture.
Proficiency with engineering and computer software such as MS Office, AutoCAD, 2D and/or 3D CAD, BlueBeam, Revit, or NavisWorks.
Ability to independently organize and prioritize assignments, coordinate multiple tasks, attend to detail, and manage conflicting priorities and deadlines.
Understanding of, acceptance of, and adherence to company policies and procedures, including business objectives and goals.
Willingness to travel and work in office and field environments.

Nice To Haves

Licensed Professional Engineer.

Responsibilities

Plan and conduct engineering work requiring independent judgment in evaluating, selecting, adapting, and modifying standard techniques, procedures, and criteria.
Complete assigned projects independently as a competent engineer in conventional aspects of the subject matter, following project responsibilities and general expectations.
Produce instrumentation engineering and design deliverables, including Instrument Indexes and control system and CEMS data sheets.
Produce control design deliverables, including I/O lists and Process Control Narratives.
Apply I&C engineering concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures in the engineering services industry.
Maintain current knowledge of new and innovative techniques in controls engineering.
Prepare and provide technical training to company personnel and customers in areas of responsibility.
Perform studies, prepare specifications, evaluate proposals, and develop estimates.
May recommend control system components for purchase.
Travel and work in office and field environments as needed.