Instrument & Controls Engineer - Brownsville, TX

Job Description

Job Description

Instrument & Controls Engineer

Position Overview
We are seeking a hands-on Instrument & Controls Engineer to design, commission, and maintain process control and safety systems for industrial operations. The role focuses on ensuring reliable, safe, and compliant performance of DCS/PLC systems, Fire & Gas (FGS) and Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS), and associated field instrumentation through design, troubleshooting, testing and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain instrument and control system designs, specifications, loop diagrams, cable schedules and wiring details for DCS/PLC and SIS installations.
• Configure, program and commission DCS and PLC systems (logic, HMI screens, alarms, interlocks) and perform FAT/SAT activities with vendors and project teams.
• Design, implement and test Fire & Gas systems (FGS), fire systems, gas detection and associated shutdown logic in compliance with relevant codes and standards.
• Lead field commissioning, loop checking, calibration and start-up activities for transmitters, flow meters, valves, actuators, and other field devices.
• Troubleshoot and debug control system issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions to improve reliability and uptime.
• Manage SIS lifecycle activities including Safety Requirements Specifications (SRS), SIL assessments, validation, proof testing and maintenance in accordance with IEC 61511/ISA standards.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation, instrument datasheets, control narratives, test procedures, and as-built records.
• Coordinate with project managers, operations, maintenance teams and vendors to resolve technical issues, support modifications and ensure safe handover to operations.
• Provide training and technical support to operations and maintenance personnel on control systems, SIS, FGS and instrument maintenance practices.
• Participate in HAZOPs, risk assessments and change control processes to ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Instrumentation, Electrical, Control Systems Engineering or related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum 3 years experience in instrument & controls engineering for process or industrial facilities, including hands-on commissioning and troubleshooting.
• Proven experience with Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) configuration and programming.
• Practical experience with Fire & Gas Systems (FGS), fire systems, gas detection and Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) including SIL lifecycle knowledge (IEC 61511/ISA).
• Strong troubleshooting and debugging skills across control logic, field devices, networks and HMI/SCADA systems.
• Experience with vendor FAT/SAT, loop checking, calibration and commissioning procedures.
• Knowledge of common control platforms (e.g., Honeywell, Emerson, ABB, Siemens, Rockwell) and PLC families (Allen-Bradley, Siemens).

Benefits

Salary: $100k-140k/year

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays

- For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa. This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 09/22/2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed. Everforth CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, status as a crime victim, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring process includes AI screening for keywords and minimum qualifications, and a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. A human recruiter reviews all results. Click here for details on our virtual recruiter .  Everforth CyberCoders will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local law, including but not limited to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. Everforth CyberCoders is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. Individuals needing special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment can contact a member of our Human Resources team at  View email address on ziprecruiter.com to make arrangements.

Salary

$100000 - $140000 USD per year