Field Engineer - Instrumentation and Electrical

Nikkiso Cryogenic Industries•Huntington Beach, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for installation, calibration, testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning of instrumentation, electrical, and control systems for skid-mounted and modular process packages executed in an EPC-style environment. This role plays a critical part in ensuring that all field devices, control systems, and electrical installations are delivered fully functional, compliant with engineering design, and ready for startup and operation. The technician will work closely with engineering, fabrication, vendors, and commissioning teams across shop and site environments. The ideal candidate brings strong hands-on experience in instrument calibration, loop checking, PLC-based systems, and rotating equipment packages, with a practical understanding of skid fabrication and integrated system commissioning.

Requirements

5–10+ years of experience in oil & gas, LNG, industrial gas, or process industries
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, instrumentation, or a related field.
Strong hands-on experience with: Instrument calibration (shop and field), Loop checking and commissioning, Electrical wiring, termination, and testing, PLC-based control systems (troubleshooting level)
Experience working with skid-mounted systems and modular process packages
Experience supporting rotating equipment systems strongly preferred
Ability to read and interpret: P&IDs, Loop diagrams, Wiring diagrams, Electrical drawings
Familiarity with EPC project workflows and field execution practices
Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic capability
Hands-on, execution-focused mindset
High attention to detail and documentation discipline
Ability to work independently in field and shop environments
Strong communication and coordination skills across engineering and field teams

Nice To Haves

Experience with major OEM equipment packages and controls
Experience supporting FAT, SAT, commissioning, and startup activities
Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, Ethernet/IP)

Responsibilities

Install, inspect, and commission field instrumentation including: Pressure, temperature, flow, and level instruments, Control valves, actuators, and positioners, Analytical and specialty instrumentation (as applicable)
Perform instrument calibration in shop and field environments, including: Transmitters, switches, gauges, RTDs and thermocouples, Flow meters (Coriolis, ultrasonic, differential pressure), Level instruments (radar, DP, ultrasonic)
Utilize calibration and diagnostic tools such as: HART communicators, Multifunction calibrators (e.g., Fluke), Loop calibrators and signal generators
Maintain calibration documentation and ensure traceability to standards
Perform end-to-end loop checks from field devices to control systems (PLC/DCS/HMI)
Verify: Signal continuity and integrity, Proper wiring, termination, and grounding, Correct scaling, ranging, and configuration
Execute pre-commissioning and commissioning procedures
Identify and resolve instrumentation and wiring issues
Support development and execution of loop check sheets and commissioning checklists
Support PLC-based control systems including: Verification of I/O mapping and signal integrity, Basic troubleshooting of PLC logic and communication issues, Upload/download of programs under engineering supervision
Work with common platforms such as: Allen-Bradley (Rockwell Automation), Siemens, Schneider Electric / Modicon
Assist with HMI/SCADA system validation and functional testing
Support debugging of control system issues during commissioning
Support installation and commissioning of rotating equipment packages, including: Pumps, compressors, expanders
Verify instrumentation and controls associated with rotating equipment: Vibration monitoring systems, Temperature, pressure, and shutdown instrumentation, Package control panels and interlocks
Assist in startup activities, operational checks, and troubleshooting
Coordinate with OEM representatives such as Atlas Copco and similar vendors
Install and inspect: Electrical panels, junction boxes, and marshalling cabinets, Cable trays, conduits, and field cabling
Perform cable pulling, termination, and continuity testing
Verify installations against electrical drawings and standards
Review and verify field installation against: P&IDs, Loop diagrams, Wiring diagrams, Cable schedules and I/O lists
Mark up redlines and support development of as-built documentation
Perform field inspections, punch listing, and close-out activities
Ensure compliance with: NEC, IEC, ISA standards, Project and client specifications
Support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT)
Execute commissioning procedures and assist in system startup
Troubleshoot instrumentation, electrical, and control issues during commissioning
Support handover to operations teams
Coordinate with: Process, Mechanical, and I&C Engineering teams, Fabrication shops and skid manufacturers, Construction and commissioning teams, Third-party inspectors and vendors
Provide field feedback to engineering for design improvements
Support resolution of technical issues during fabrication and site execution