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Sr. Instrumentation Engineer

Brindley Engineering
Brindley Engineering Salary
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 12/5/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/4/2026

Job Description:

The Sr. Instrumentation Engineer is responsible for reviewing client requirements and standards for new or updated process instrumentation and developing instrumentation solutions to include detailed designs, specifications, and sizing of process instrumentation, including control valves and on/off automated valves. Must be experienced with DCS and PLC systems. Must be capable of managing multiple projects and mentoring intermediate and junior instrument engineers.  


Job Duties/Responsibilities:

•Prepare instrumentation proposals based on client RFQs and standards

•Lead instrument projects and manage client technical meetings and presentations

•Develop and manage instrumentation design solutions and deliverables

•Lead selection and sizing of process instrumentation and interface with instrument vendors

•Lead field and technical evaluations of instrumentation projects

•Provide technical support for field execution, including outage/turnaround projects


Minimum Qualifications:

•Education: BSc in Instrument, Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical) Engineering

•Experience: Min Yr = 10

•Licensure: P.E. Preferred

•Technical Skills: Knowledge of ISA, API, and ASME instrumentation standards

Knowledge of SPI and instrument vendors sizing software 

•Management: Experience mentoring and leading teams required

•Other Skills: Strong organizational, written and verbal communication skills


Professional Development Opportunities:

•Assist with developing instrument group standards and work process

•Assist with Developing instrument group deliverables and technologies to generate them

•Field evaluations, RCFA, modelling & calculations

•Development of training and mentoring platforms for internal team growth

•Development of subject matter expertise in multiple areas


Individual field assignments typically each have their own unique requirements.  Prior to deployment on any field assignment, you must be able to meet all client-specific site requirements.  Should you be unable or unwilling to meet assignment-specific requirements, your continued employment would then be subject to the availability of other assignments whose requirements can be met.  These unique requirements may include:

•You must possess physical mobility (on the ground and at heights).

•You may be required to pick up, lift, carry, and move up to 50 lbs.

•You may be required to work at heights, climb ladders and stairways, and may occasionally work off platforms/scaffolding/ladders using the appropriate and required fall protection.  

•You must be able to work in all weather conditions (including heat, rain, cold, and wind) while wearing the appropriate PPE. This may include but not be limited to a hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs, masks/respirators, hi-vis safety vests, leather gloves, and leather, steel-toed work boots.  

•You may be required to position yourself to work in confined spaces

•You may be required to adhere to a client’s random drug testing program prior to entering their site.

•You may be required to meet a client’s facial hair safety policy prior to entering their site.


Brindley Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.


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