Senior Instrument, Electrical, Controls Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Nexus Engineering Group is hiring a senior Instrument, Electrical & Control (IEC) Engineer to support a long-term assignment at our client's chemical-processing facility in Deer Park, TX. As the IEC discipline expert on site, you'll lead the design, integration, and commissioning of electrical and instrumentation systems on complex, higher-value projects — owning your scope from concept through handover. You'll work shoulder-to-shoulder with Project Managers, contractors, and client stakeholders, with the autonomy to drive technical decisions and the visibility to shape how projects get executed.

What You'll Do

• Lead electrical, instrumentation, and control system design — including specifications, diagrams, hardware/software integration, and component sourcing.
• Oversee installation, configuration, calibration, and commissioning of field instruments and control systems through handover.
• Conduct risk assessments, ensure code and RAGAGEP compliance, and implement safety protocols on every project.
• Troubleshoot complex technical issues and serve as the go-to resource for resolution.
• Identify and own opportunities for process optimization, system upgrades, and reliability improvements.
• Prepare and maintain comprehensive project documentation — specifications, test results, maintenance records, and user manuals.
• Partner with Project Managers, engineers, technicians, contractors, and client stakeholders to deliver on schedule.
• Represent the discipline as an SME in internal and external industry forums.

What You'll Bring (Required)

• 5–10+ years of experience as an Electrical or Instrumentation Engineer (or similar role) in industrial engineering design, with delivery responsibility through construction and commissioning.
• Demonstrated experience leading IEC scope on cross-functional project teams, including technically complex or higher-value projects.
• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent professional experience) in Engineering, Automation, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Proficiency with SAP, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), and AutoCAD.
• Ability to drive and walk within an active chemical-processing facility and to work in both office and plant environments with required safety dress code.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to communicate complex technical subject matter to non-technical stakeholders.

Nice to Have (Preferred)

• Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation & Controls, or a related discipline.
• Prior experience in chemical processing facilities.
• Working knowledge of automation systems, including PLCs, SCADA, DCS, and HMI.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or other recognized industry certifications in a relevant discipline.

Competitive Benefits

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Why Nexus?

Nexus Engineering Group, a distinguished independent full-service engineering, procurement, and construction management (EPCm) firm, provides comprehensive support to clients from concept through startup. With over a decade of demonstrated engineering and design success, Nexus stands out as the firm of choice for those valuing integrity and expertise.

At Nexus, you will be part of a talented and passionate team dedicated to excellence and innovation. We foster a collaborative and engaging work environment, making it a place where you’ll enjoy contributing to impactful projects. Joining Nexus means aligning with a firm renowned for its creativity, dedication, and relentless focus on achieving client goals.

Equal Opportunity Employer & Reasonable Accommodation

Nexus Engineering Group, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Nexus Engineering Group is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualifies individuals with disabilities throughout the application and hiring process. If you require and accommodation to participate in any part of the recruitment process please contact us at View email address on ziprecruiter.com . 

Sponsorship & Work Authorization

Nexus Engineering Group does not provide employment visa sponsorship of any kind, including CPT, OPT, or employment-based visas. Candidates must be currently authorized to work in the United States and must be able to maintain that authorization throughout employment without any action, filing, or sponsorship by the company. This requirement applies both at the time of hire and on a continuing basis for the duration of employment. 

Third‑Party Agency Notice

Nexus Engineering Group does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from external recruiters or agencies. We only engage approved third‑party partners under a written agreement initiated by our Talent Acquisition team for specific searches. Any resumes submitted without prior authorization or a current agreement will not be eligible for placement fees and will be considered the property of Nexus Engineering Group.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.