What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instrumentation and Control Engineer position at ACCIONA?
ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet.
Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.
Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Technical Lead – Desalination
We are looking for an Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Technical Lead to support the delivery of the Corpus Christi Desalination Plant.
This role serves as the technical authority for instrumentation, automation, PLC, and SCADA systems, ensuring that plant control and monitoring systems are safe, reliable, integrated, and aligned with operational and performance requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead technical oversight of instrumentation, PLC, SCADA, HMI, and industrial network systems
- Ensure alignment between process, electrical, mechanical, and automation systems
- Review and approve engineering designs, control philosophies, and vendor deliverables
- Support procurement, construction, commissioning, and start-up activities
- Act as the main escalation point for complex I&C and automation issues
- Ensure compliance with safety, cybersecurity, quality, and regulatory standards
What We’re Looking For
- Degree in Electrical, Automation, Instrumentation & Controls Engineering, or related field
- Proven experience in industrial, water, wastewater, or desalination facilities
- Strong knowledge of PLC/SCADA-based process control systems
- Experience with automation integration, commissioning, and industrial networks
- Background in EPC or design-build projects preferred
- Desalination or advanced water treatment experience is a plus
Acciona offers a competitive salary, relocation assistance where relocation is required and approved, 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental, vision, life, short and long-term disability benefits, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, and more.