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The Controls & Instrumentation Engineer will collaborate across teams to ensure reliable operation, system optimization, and documentation standards are consistently met.\nResponsibilities Select and size instrumentation and control devices based on application requirements for mechanical and process systems.\nDevelop and maintain engineering documentation including P&IDs, control schematics, panel layouts, and installation drawings.\nCreate instrument datasheets, generate RFQ packages, and perform technical bid evaluations to support procurement efforts.\nCoordinate with vendors, contractors, and internal teams to validate system designs and ensure alignment with quality and documentation standards.\nSupport the design of scalable, plant-wide control network architectures with a focus on high reliability and uptime.\nCollaborate with HMI and software development teams to improve usability and streamline data exchange.\nAssist field teams and contractors during construction phases, providing technical guidance and troubleshooting support.\nDevelop construction documents in both 2D and 3D formats that accurately define scopes of work and system layouts.\nProvide controls expertise during system outages and operational incidents to ensure timely resolution.\nManage multiple project scopes under tight deadlines while maintaining technical accuracy and adherence to standards.\nQualifications Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Automation, Control Systems, or similar) or equivalent experience.\n2–5 years of relevant experience in controls or instrumentation engineering, preferably in automation or electromechanical systems.\nStrong understanding of control valve sizing, instrumentation datasheets, and ANSI standards.\nAbility to interpret mechanical, plumbing, and process drawings to appropriately size and select sensors and instrumentation.\nExperience using tools such as SPI (InTools) for managing instrument data, terminations, and calibration ranges.\nFamiliarity with industrial network protocols including Ethernet/IP, Profinet, and Serial Communications.\nWorking knowledge of PLC platforms (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Beckhoff) and HMI software (Ignition, WinCC preferred).\nProficient in selecting and specifying circuit protection, wiring, sensors, PLC hardware, remote I/O, and instrumentation.\nFamiliarity with Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD for drafting and model integration.\nExperience with modern programming languages (Python, Java, C, VB) and relational databases (MSSQL, MySQL, Access) is a plus.\nSeniority level Mid-Senior level\nEmployment type Contract\nIndustry Motor Vehicle Manufacturing\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Talent Groups","rawCompany":"talent groups","city":"Austin","state":"TX","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-09T08:00:06.585Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2199.05","title":"Mechatronics Engineers","slug":"mechatronics-engineers"},{"code":"17-2141.00","title":"Mechanical Engineers","slug":"mechanical-engineers"},{"code":"49-9012.00","title":"Control and Valve Installers and Repairers, Except Mechanical Door","slug":"control-and-valve-installers-and-repairers-except-mechanical-door"}],"industries":[{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"},{"code":"334513","title":"Instruments and Related Products Manufacturing for Measuring, Displaying, and Controlling Industrial Process Variables","slug":"instruments-and-related-products-manufacturing-for-measuring-displaying-and-controlling-industrial-process-variables"},{"code":"334519","title":"Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing","slug":"other-measuring-and-controlling-device-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Controls Engineer","description":"Overview Type: Contract to Hire | Onsite/Hybrid | No C2C\nIndustry: Manufacturing\nOur client is looking for a dynamic Controls & Instrumentation Engineer to help build and optimize the intelligent systems that power mission-critical operations — from HVAC and chilled water to compressed air and beyond.\nThis role focuses on the design, specification, and implementation of control systems and instrumentation across complex mechanical and process environments, including HVAC, chilled water, compressed air, and related systems. 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