Instrumentation and Controls Design Engineer - Industrial

Company Description

We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company.

We’re a people-centric firm, so it’s no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.

Job Description

Join our Industrial team, where innovation is cultivated in an environment of excellence within the industrial sector! Our offices serve as a professional collaborative environment for engineers and designers, providing an atmosphere that values our employees and embraces multiple “Best Places to Work” awards. As industrial facility professionals, we set trends, navigate diverse challenges, and reward ambitious employees. Experience the excitement of contributing to cutting-edge projects such as ethanol plant improvements, renewable natural gas plant greenfield designs, and ag-industrial process facility designs, among others. With a commitment to a flexible yet disciplined work culture, our close-knit camaraderie continually provides our community of accomplished professionals the keys to a successful career!

This is a facilities and process design consulting role focused on developing comprehensive engineering packages (FEED through IFC), technical specifications, and drawing sets. You will collaborate closely with internal process, mechanical, piping, and electrical disciplines, as well as clients, equipment vendors, and construction contractors. (Note: This is an engineering design and consulting role; it does not involve PLC ladder logic programming, HMI screen development, or control panel assembly).

Primary Responsibilities:

• Develop complete I&C engineering deliverable packages from preliminary design (FEED) through Issued for Construction (IFC).
• Coordinate closely with Process Engineering to develop, review, and markup P&IDs, ensuring proper instrumentation tagging and control strategies (ISA-5.1).
• Generate instrument indexes, I/O lists, and detailed instrument specification data sheets (ISA format).
• Select and specify process inline instrumentation, control valves, automated on/off valves, and safety devices for hazardous and demanding industrial environments.
• Design control system architecture diagrams, network topologies (copper, fiber, industrial wireless), and control room/rack layouts.
• Author Control System Philosophies, Control Narratives, and Functional Requirement Specifications (FRS) for third-party system integrators and panel builders.
• Produce and oversee the drafting of control panel layouts, wiring/interconnection diagrams, loop sheets, conduit/cable schedules, and installation details.
• Ensure designs adhere to applicable codes, including NFPA 70 (NEC Articles 500–505 for hazardous locations) and relevant ISA/IEEE standards.
• Support the bidding and procurement process, respond to contractor RFIs, review vendor shop drawings/submittals, and conduct occasional site visits for field observation and punch listing.

Qualifications

You are passionate about:

• Working collaboratively with others
• Having ownership in the work you do
• Using your talents to positively affect communities

You bring to the team:

• Experience: 5+ years of I&C engineering experience specifically within an engineering consulting, EPC, or multidisciplinary A&E design firm.
• Education: Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related ABET-accredited degree.
• Licensure: EIT/FE certification required; active Professional Engineer (PE) license or clear path toward obtaining a PE is strongly preferred.
• Technical Knowledge: Strong working knowledge of P&IDs, industrial instrumentation specification, loop designs, and hazardous area classifications (Class I, Div 1/2).
• Software Proficiency: Experience with CAD design tools (AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, and/or Revit) and Bluebeam Revu.
• Communication: Ability to clearly communicate technical concepts across multiple engineering disciplines, clients, and field contractors.

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Additional Information

Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come.

As an Olsson employee, you will:

• Receive a competitive 401(k) match
• Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
• Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles

In addition, full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.

Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.

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