Instrument Engineer

Instrument Engineer NSB Omega is searching for an Instrument Engineer for our Client in Quintana, TX. Assignment Description 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.

• Regulatory Compliance:

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

• 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.

• 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.

Duration 6 Months(With Possibility of Extension) Location Quintana, TX