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Instrumentation & Controls Engineer

Full-time

Exxon Mobil

About us

For well over a century, ExxonMobil has been at the heart of creating and growing a modern world. We embrace the power and promise of technology, pushing the boundaries of what's possible. For billions around the world, lives are better and last longer because of the innovative problem solving and reliable energy we provide. And when it comes to developing industrial solutions to reduce carbon emissions, ExxonMobil is truly the leader.




We don't stop at "good enough." We are committed to doing what's right, even if it's difficult or unpopular. We hold ourselves to high standards, challenge what's possible and invest in innovation to meet society's critical needs.




Real change begins with bold questions, drive, and ambition. Here, your talent, determination and contributions shape how far you'll go and the impact you'll make along the way.




Our future success depends on exceptional people. We invest in developing talent through meaningful work, challenging assignments, mentorship, and experiences that help build the next generation of leaders.

Our Culture




We are uniquely ExxonMobil. Integrity, care, excellence, resilience and courage, these core values determine how we work every day. At ExxonMobil, our values aren't just words- they're how we show up, focused on delivering the right answer, the right way, every day.

What role you will play on our team

Provide instrument engineering expertise at the ExxonMobil site in Baytown,Tx

What you will do

The work includes engineering design, configuration, programming, maintenance, trouble-shooting, failure analysis, performance analysis in support of safe and reliable operations of instrumentation equipment within the Complex, including:

  • Field instrumentation for process measurement (e.g. Pressure, Temperature, Level, and Flow) as well as specialty measurements (density, vibration) and control valves, shutdown valves, and their transmission systems (e.g. 4-20mA, HART, ProfiBus)
  • Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS)
  • Machinery controls and protection systems
  • Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC's) for monitoring and control of packaged systems
  • Instrumentation cabling, wiring, junction box, power supply and distribution, UPS, and associated TCP/IP, SCADA, Modbus networking (switches, routers, Ethernet, fiber optics, etc.) and transmission systems.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Sizing and specifying various types of instrumentation for new or existing instruments undergoing a change
  • Supporting the maintenance team and interfacing with vendors and contractors to maintain, troubleshoot, repair/replace, configure/tune/program, test/commission/de-commission, etc.
  • Supporting development of equipment strategies, understanding the impact of equipment sparing, redundancy, reliability, availability, maintainability, and maintenance cost in support of operations excellence and capital efficiency
  • Participating in activities related to safety, risk assessment and safety incident investigations related to instrumentation equipment.
Primary contributions will be at the individual contributor level with close interfaces within the immediate work group and interfaces with other disciplines within engineering and maintenance.

About you

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronic, or related Engineering discipline.
  • 3+ years of experience in the petrochemical, refining, or chemical industry.
  • Knowledge of process measurement technologies including pressure, temperature, level, and flow.
  • Experience specifying and applying instrumentation, control valves, and shutdown systems.
  • Ability to read and interpret P&IDs and familiarity with ISA/API standards.
  • Understanding of field instrumentation, signal transmission, communications, and process safety requirements.
  • Experience troubleshooting instrumentation and control systems and resolving field issues.
  • Working knowledge of DCS, SIS, and industrial control systems from major vendors (e.g., Honeywell, Emerson, Yokogawa, Schneider Electric, HIMA).
  • Familiarity with safety design principles, HAZOPs, risk assessments, SIL processes, and hazardous area classifications.
  • Strong understanding of equipment specifications, standards, and reliability strategies.
Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with SmartPlant Instrumentation (SPI) or similar engineering software.
  • Knowledge of SCADA, industrial networking, and system integration.
  • Familiarity with Industrial Control Systems Cybersecurity (ICS/OT Security).
  • Experience with machinery and fired equipment control and monitoring systems.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Your benefits

An ExxonMobil career is one designed to last. Our commitment to you runs deep: our employees grow personally and professionally, with benefits built on our core categories of health, security, finance, and life.

We offer you:

  • Pension Plan: Enrollment is automatic and at no cost to you. The basic benefit is a monthly annuity to be paid to you in retirement for the rest of your life.
  • Savings Plan: You can contribute between 6% and 20% of your pay and are encouraged to enroll right away. If you contribute at least 6% to your savings plan, the Company will contribute a 7% match.
  • Workplace Flexibility: We have several programs such as "Flex your Day", providing ad-hoc flexibility around when and where you work, as well as longer-term programs such as leaves of absence and part-time work.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
  • Culture of Health: Programs and resources to support your wellbeing.
  • Employee Health Advisory Program: Provides confidential professional counseling for you and your family, including tools and resources promoting mental health and resiliency at no additional cost to you.
  • Disability Plan: Income replacement for when you cannot work due to illness or injury occurring on or off the job. Enrollment is automatic and at no cost to you.
More information on our Company's benefits can be found at

Please note benefits may be changed from time to time without notice, subject to applicable law.

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EEO Statement

ExxonMobil is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or physical or mental disability.

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Job ID: 108755

Nearest Major Market: Houston
Job Segment: Instrumentation, Controls Engineer, Testing, Electrical, Engineer, Engineering, Technology
Vacancy posted 6 days ago
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