Senior Instrumentation & Controls Engineer

Stantec•Austin, TX

About The Position

We have an immediate opening for a Senior Instrumentation & Controls Engineer Discipline Lead to manage a team of engineers and designers and to lead the design and delivery of complex industrial and high-tech facility projects. This role is ideal for a seasoned engineer with deep expertise in I&C systems, strong project leadership experience, and the ability to guide teams across the full project lifecycle. You will play a critical role in designing, specifying, and overseeing instrumentation and control systems for advanced manufacturing environments including semiconductor, pharmaceutical, chemical, and mission-critical facilities.

Requirements

Strong leadership and project management skills with the ability to drive complex projects to completion
Deep technical knowledge of instrumentation and control systems within industrial and high-tech environments
Ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams and communicate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Experience managing client relationships and delivering high-quality engineering solutions
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail in fast-paced project environments
Ability to mentor, guide, and develop junior engineering staff
Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
10+ years of experience in instrumentation & controls and electrical system design
Experience in semiconductor, advanced manufacturing, oil & gas, petrochemical, pharmaceutical, biotech, or industrial processing environments
Strong knowledge of NFPA 70 (NEC), NFPA 497, UL 508A, UL 698A, and ISA standards
Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, and BIM coordination tools
Experience with PLC programming, ladder logic, and HMI/SCADA systems
Experience designing industrial communication networks including Ethernet, Modbus, Profibus, DeviceNet, fiber optics, and wireless systems
Experience with SCADA and industrial control systems supporting complex process environments such as UPW, wastewater treatment, bulk chemical systems, and facility monitoring systems
Proven ability to lead projects, manage client relationships, and mentor junior staff

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (P.E.) license preferred

Responsibilities

Discipline Lead responsible for staffing, team building, team development, and thought Leadership
Lead the design and specification of instrumentation and control systems for industrial and high-tech facilities
Develop P&IDs, PFDs, loop diagrams, wiring schematics, PLC/DCS system designs, instrument data sheets, and installation details
Create logic diagrams, sequences of operation, and I/O databases to support system functionality and integration
Oversee electrical and I&C system design from concept through construction, including one-line diagrams, equipment layouts, and construction specifications
Develop raceway, conduit routing, and overall system layout plans in coordination with multidisciplinary teams
Support execution of I&C and electrical project delivery plans across all project phases
Interface directly with clients to manage scope, schedule, and technical delivery
Lead coordination with mechanical, electrical, process, and architectural teams
Mentor and guide junior engineers and designers
Participate in site visits, commissioning support, and client coordination
Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and client requirements
Travel occasionally to support project and client needs and meet site badging requirements
Participate in proposal development and budget adherence