Staff Instrumentation Engineer

Company: Brindley Engineering
Location: Lisle
Posted on: February 14, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Description: The Staff 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 working on multiple projects. Job Duties/Responsibilities: •Lead instrumentation projects and prepare project scope of work •Attend client technical meetings and field walk-down meetings •Develop and produce instrumentation design solutions and deliverables •Perform selection and sizing of process instrumentation •Generate instrumentation data, sheets, instrument sizing calculations, loop drawings, installation details, instrument lists, DCS/PLC I/O lists, and P&ID’s •Work with piping group for in line instrumentation piping designs, level designs, flow metering straight runs and control valve stations. Minimum Qualifications: •Education: BSc in Instrument, Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical) Engineering •Experience: Min Yr = 8 •Licensure: P.E. Preferred •Technical Skills: Knowledge of ISA, API, and ASME instrumentation standards Working knowledge of SPI and instrument vendors sizing software •Management: Experience leading small teams and working with other disciplines •Other Skills: Strong organizational, written and verbal communication skills Professional Development Opportunities: •Develop instrumentation knowledge skills •Develop instrument group deliverables and technologies to generate them •Development of training and mentoring for internal team growth •Development in technologies used for instrumentation designs 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. Pay Range: $110,000 - $150,000 annually The above pay range represents a general guideline; however, Brindley considers several factors when determining base salary that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to the candidate's depth of experience, skill set, certifications, specific work location, and current market conditions. Employees may be eligible for discretionary bonus and/or other applicable incentive compensation plans in addition to base pay to reward individual contributions and allow employees to share in company results. In addition, BE provides a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees, including health, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, 401(k) savings plan with employer matching, company paid holidays, paid parental leave, compensatory time off, and paid time off (PTO). Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. 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. BE participates in E-Verify. For additional information regarding E-Verify, please go to www.e-verify.gov.

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