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Instrumentation and Controls Engineer

Zachry Group
Charlotte, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 6/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/31/2026
Job Description

The Charlotte office of Zachry offers a unique opportunity to join a high-growth team at the center of critical infrastructure work across the region. Our team supports a large and expanding portfolio driven by strong, long-standing partnership with major utility providers. This gives our employees consistent exposure to high-impact, technically challenging projects with real visibility.

Because of the volume and continuity of work, team members in Charlotte benefit from both stability and variety—working on meaningful projects while continuing to develop new skills and advance their careers. The environment is fast-paced and collaborative, where individuals are empowered to take ownership, contribute ideas, and make a tangible difference from day one.

If you’re looking for a role where your work matters, your growth is supported, and your impact is visible, the Charlotte Zachry team is the place to be.

Zachry Engineering Corporation is seeking a talented, driven Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Engineer I to join our growing I&C team in Charlotte, NC. This early‑career opportunity offers hands‑on exposure to complex, high‑impact engineering design projects across the Power, Energy, and Industrial markets, working alongside experienced engineers in a collaborative, professional environment.

If you are eager to build a strong technical foundation, contribute to meaningful infrastructure projects, and grow your career with mentorship and real responsibility, Zachry Engineering is the place to start.

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do

As an I&C Engineer I, you will support the design and delivery of safe, reliable, and efficient control systems while developing technical and professional skills under the guidance of senior engineers.

You will:

Apply fundamental electrical, instrumentation, and controls engineering principles to support project deliverables

  • Assist with the design and specification of instrumentation used to safely operate industrial and process systems
  • Develop and maintain key I&C documents, including:
    • Instrument and I/O Lists
    • Wiring and interconnection schematics
    • Control system and instrumentation specifications
  • Prepare control narratives defining system operation, logic, and monitoring requirements
  • Collaborate within multidiscipline engineering teams to advance project designs from concept through execution
  • Assist with reviewing, analyzing, and integrating project design requirements
  • Learn how to select and adapt engineering approaches, tools, and techniques to meet project objectives
  • Support coordination efforts with project team members to achieve successful, timely design outcomes

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, or Process/Controls Engineering from an ABET‑accredited university
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly present technical information
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Ability to manage time effectively while supporting multiple projects concurrently
  • Commitment to understanding and complying with company policies, procedures, and engineering standards


Preferred Qualifications

  • Successful completion (or pursuit) of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam
  • Basic understanding of digital and analog control systems
  • Coursework or practical exposure to PLC, DCS, or control system programming

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