Instrumentation Engineer - Petrochemical

Burrow Global•Deer Park, TX

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Burrow Global is seeking a results-driven Instrumentation Engineer for a long-term, in-plant assignment at a petrochemical plant in Deer Park, Texas. The engineer will design, implement, commission, and maintain instrumentation systems that monitor and control chemical processes, supporting safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations in compliance with industry standards and company procedures. The role covers instrumentation design and selection, control systems configuration, safety-critical systems, project delivery, commissioning, maintenance strategies, documentation, and multidisciplinary coordination. The engineer will support new plants, debottlenecking work, and revamps, as well as plant operations and process safety activities. The position requires site work and may involve travel to project sites for installation, testing, and commissioning.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in chemical, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, or a related engineering discipline.
At least 7 years of instrumentation and control experience in the petrochemical, oil and gas, or refining industries.
Experience with capital projects, plant commissioning, or operations.
Active TWIC card.
Strong understanding of process control concepts, instrument types, and control strategies, including SIS, ESC, DCS/PLC, and PI systems.
Familiarity with P&IDs, loop diagrams, instrument indexes, BOMs, and calibration procedures.
Baseline knowledge of electrical systems and the safety instrumented systems lifecycle.
Awareness of HAZOP/HAZID methods and risk-based instrumentation design.
Knowledge of IEC 61511/61508, ISA standards, relevant API standards, NFPA, and IECEx/ATEX where applicable.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with attention to detail.
Proficiency with engineering software, including AutoCAD, PFD/P&ID software, instrument datasheets, valve sizing tools, and control system software.
Data management and document control proficiency, including datasheets, calibration records, and commissioning documentation.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for preparing technical reports, specifications, and commissioning procedures.
Project management and coordination skills, including the ability to work across multidisciplinary teams.
Safety-focused mindset and commitment to process safety and risk management.
Self-motivated, organized, and able to handle multiple tasks and priorities.
Willingness to travel to project sites and perform on-site installation, testing, and commissioning as required.
Ability to wear personal protective equipment as required by site policies.

Nice To Haves

Advanced coursework or certifications in instrumentation, control systems, or process safety.

Responsibilities

Design, specify, and select instrumentation and control hardware for petrochemical processes, including field devices, control valves, actuators, transmitters, PLC, DCS, ESD, and SIS.
Develop and maintain process control philosophies, instrumentation standards, tagging conventions, datasheets, and instrument index standards in alignment with project and site requirements.
Create and review instrument specifications, datasheets, installation drawings, loop diagrams, cable schedules, instrument lists, and calibration procedures.
Perform instrument sizing and control valve calculations, considering flow, pressure, temperature, and process performance.
Participate in HAZOP and HAZID studies and support instrumentation integrity for safety-critical systems, including SIS, ESG/EFS, and F&G.
Lead instrument design deliverables for new plants, debottlenecking studies, and revamps; support front-end loading and detailed design phases.
Develop and execute FAT/SAT and commissioning test plans, and provide startup assistance for instrumentation systems.
Configure and adjust PLC/DCS systems, create control logic, and implement instrumentation calibration and maintenance strategies.
Support instrument loop checking, commissioning, FAT/SAT, and preparation of loop check sheets and commissioning handover packages.
Establish and monitor instrumentation asset maintenance plans, including calibration schedules, preventive maintenance, spares management, and retrofit planning.
Collaborate with process, electrical, mechanical, and safety engineers and operations personnel to optimize process performance and reliability.
Review and approve engineering deliverables and MOC requests affecting instrumentation, and contribute to risk assessments and change control.
Participate in project scheduling, cost estimation, and procurement activities for instrumentation equipment and services.
Maintain as-built documentation, vendor data, technical manuals, and CMMS entries; ensure accurate instrument tagging and data integrity.
Support instrumentation-related incident investigations and provide root-cause analysis and corrective actions.