Senior Instrumentation and Controls Engineer

Job Description

Role Overview

WSP is not just a place to work, it is a promise of a living, dynamic environment where people collaborate, innovate, build enduring relationships, excel, and grow professionally in a strong culture.


Our team is seeking an energetic and responsive, full time, Senior Instrumentation and Controls (I&C) Engineerfor our multidisciplinary Process Infrastructure and Design team based in Tempe, Arizona; South Jordan, Utah; or Houston, Texas. The team you will join will offer interesting diversity of global clients and projects in Environmental Infrastructure facilities, Oil & Gas, surface and underground mine infrastructure including dewatering, material handling, fuel and lube, maintenance shops, and pumping stations, industrial facilities, water and waste water industries, landfills and contaminated soil sites.

Are you looking for an opportunity to make an impact with an established engineering consulting firm that values its employee's enthusiasm, technical contributions, and a great culture to allow for growth in your career? Do you have the desire to learn and the drive to excel and thrive in an engaged, collaborative environment? We encourage you to apply for this opportunity.

Location : Depending on candidate preference, this individual can work in our Tempe, AZ, South Jordan, UT or Houston, TX offices.

Your Impact

• Development a variety of I&C design documents such as: design drawings, technical specifications and design basis calculations with a high level of competence and minimal oversight.
• Demonstrate clear and prompt communication and foster leadership
• Work independently and collaborate in cross-discipline team to meet project goals.
• Compliance with Codes and Standards, governing regulations, industry practices, and internal procedures.
• Develop and perform quality reviews for detailed engineering documents and technical specifications.
• Mentor junior team members in technical excellence and career growth.
• Review of instrument and control systems vendor drawings and interface with suppliers, clients, other engineering disciplines, detailers/designers.
• Participate in the development and design review of piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs).
• Prepare and review control deliverables such as Control Narratives, Cause and Effect diagrams, System Architecture Diagrams, Instrument Location Layouts, Installation Details, Wiring & Interconnection Diagrams, PLC Layouts, and Loop Drawings.
• Prepare and review instrument datasheets, I/O lists, instrument index, instrument selection, hazardous area classification
• Provide configuration of and develop programming for controls equipment, including PLCs, HMIs, DCS Systems, SCADA, etc.
• Participate in client and project review meetings.
• Prepare technical bid evaluation and attend FAT.
• Collaboration with project management/engineering discipline to develop project budgets, schedule, prepare scoping documents, design criteria and list of project deliverables.
• Promote engineering professionalism and maintain positive relationships internally and externally.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering (or related field) from ABET accredited program.
• 5 - 7+ years of relevant experience
• Advanced knowledge of Instrumentation Engineering is essential.
• Advanced knowledge of applicable design standards governing corresponding design work, such as API, NFPA, ISA, PIP, IEC, IEEE, ISO, NACE, NESC.
• Strong written and verbal communication and people management skills.
• Strong understanding of Field instrumentation.
• Strong understanding of control systems (PLC, DCS) and industrial networking protocols.
• Demonstrate advanced ability to work with others in supplying information and seeking assistance as necessary.
• A team player attitude and be able to work with multiple projects.
• Must pass background check.

Desired Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) registration, or the ability to secure this registration within twelve (12) months of hire is a plus
• Master of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering (or related field) from ABET accredited program
• An up-to-date NCEES record
• Design-Build project execution experience
• Lead the design and specification of field instrumentation, control valves, and analyzers for oil & gas, mining, heavy industries, water industries and process facilities.
• AutoCAD, Revit, and other design program competence

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About Us

About WSP
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career.


At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?


WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.


The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.


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