Senior Instrumentation & Control Engineer

Zachry Group

. Lead the design and specification of instrumentation and control systems, including DCS, PLC, SIS, and SCADA systems .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeDowners Grove • Illinois • United StatesSenior💰 $148,600 - $202,400 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in instrumentation and control systems design, including DCS, PLC, and SIS, while ensuring compliance with industry standards and safety regulations. Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage large-scale EPC projects in the oil & gas and petrochemical sectors.

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Instrumentation And Control EngineeringDCS/PLC PlatformsSIS Design And SIL DeterminationEPC Project ManagementIndustrial Networking And Communication Protocols

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Hard Skills

Control Systems DesignInstrument Selection And SpecificationControl Valve Sizing And Performance AnalysisCybersecurity For Industrial Control SystemsDigital Transformation Initiatives

Soft Skills

CommunicationMentoringCommitment To Safety And QualityAbility To Manage Multiple Priorities

Tools & Technologies

HoneywellEmerson DeltaVYokogawaSiemensRockwell

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineer (PE) License

Industry Keywords

Oil & GasPetrochemicalPower IndustryRefinery Control SystemsLNG Control SystemsGas ProcessingPipeline Control SystemsISA StandardsIEC StandardsAPI Standards

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the design and specification of instrumentation and control systems, including DCS, PLC, SIS, and SCADA systems
Provide technical oversight for I&C deliverables in alignment with client requirements, industry codes, and Zachry standards
Serve as the primary technical authority for complex and critical control systems, including SIS and process control strategies
Review and approve instrument datasheets, control narratives, loop diagrams, cause & effect matrices, and P&IDs
Support FEED, detailed engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and startup phases
Collaborate with process, mechanical, electrical, and operations teams to ensure integrated system performance
Interface with clients, vendors, and contractors to resolve technical issues and support project delivery
Lead HAZOP, SIL, and LOPA design reviews and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements
Ensure designs comply with ISA, IEC, API, NFPA, and OSHA standards and codes
Support cybersecurity requirements for industrial control systems
Apply emerging technologies and best practices in digitalization, automation, and control optimization
Mentor multidisciplinary teams and drive engineering excellence across upstream, midstream, and downstream projects

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, or related field (required)
13+ years of experience in instrumentation and control engineering within the oil & gas, petrochemical, or power industry
Extensive experience with refinery, LNG, gas processing, or pipeline control systems
Proven experience leading large-scale EPC or EPCM projects
Strong knowledge of DCS/PLC platforms, including Honeywell, Emerson DeltaV, Yokogawa, Siemens, or Rockwell
Expertise in SIS design and SIL determination using IEC 61511 / IEC 61508
Experience with instrument selection and specification for pressure, flow, level, temperature, and analyzers
Experience with control valve sizing and performance analysis
Knowledge of industrial networking and communication protocols, including Modbus, Profibus, Ethernet/IP, and OPC
Familiarity with IIoT, advanced process control (APC), and digital transformation initiatives
Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced EPC environment
Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
Must be able to communicate in person, via telephone, and email; use manual and finger dexterity and multi-limb coordination; and may need to lift, carry, and move objects safely
Must possess vision, corrected or uncorrected, allowing clear visibility from 20 inches or less

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability coverage
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
Other ancillary benefits
Safe and drug-free work environment