Instrument Engineer

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ScheduleJob Duties :

• Valid/Current TWIC Required

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Assignment Length:

6-month with potential for an additional 6-month extension. Job Summary Contract Instrument Engineer to support the end-to-end execution of minor capital projects (typically valued from $50k to $1M). Responsible for defining the project scope, performing detailed instrumentation design and review with operations and maintenance teams, and overseeing on-site installation and commissioning. This role requires a blend of technical expertise in field instrumentation and project management skills to navigate a complex operating environment. Key Responsibilities

• Project Lifecycle Management:

  Lead minor capital projects through all phases, from initial concept and justification to final startup and closeout.

• Technical Design & Specification:

  Develop engineering deliverables, including instrument data sheets, loop drawings, wiring diagrams, and P&IDs.

• Cost Estimation & Budgeting:

  Prepare Front-End Loading (FEL) studies and to secure project funding.

• Procurement & Vendor Coordination:

  Specify and select instrumentation equipment (e.g., control valves, transmitters, sensors) and manage relationships with external vendors.

• Field Execution:

  Oversee site construction activities, coordinate with maintenance and operations for system tie-ins, and lead loop checking and commissioning.

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Regulatory Compliance:

Ensure all project work adheres to Management of Change (MOC) processes and meets industry standards like

Overtime Status :

Non-ExemptRate Type :

HourlyTarget Pay Rate Range :

70.00 USD

• 100.

00 USD hr

Experience:

5-10+ years in the oil and gas or petrochemical industry, with a proven track record in project engineering.

• Technical Proficiency:

  Hands-on experience with field instruments (pressure, flow, level), control valves, and their integration with DCS/PLC systems.

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Soft Skills:

Strong project reporting skills and the ability to communicate technical requirements effectively to multi-disciplinary teams Bachelors degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Instrumentation Engineering.

Pay:

$70.00

• $100.

00 per hour

Work Location:

In person