Lead design and delivery of instrumentation and control systems for power, utility, and industrial projects. Develop I/O lists, wiring schematics, loop diagrams, control narratives, and specifications. Support PLC/DCS/SCADA design, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, participate in HAZOPs, mentor junior engineers, and support commissioning and field investigations.
Location: Charlotte, NC
Zachry Engineering Corporation is seeking an experienced, technically strong Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Engineer to join our growing Charlotte team. This role offers the opportunity to lead complex engineering design efforts supporting critical Power, Energy, and Industrial infrastructure projects for major utility and industrial clients. Working within a collaborative, high-performing environment, you will play a key role in developing innovative control system solutions, mentoring junior engineers, and driving project success from concept through execution.
If you are looking for an opportunity to take ownership of challenging projects, provide technical leadership, and make a visible impact on critical infrastructure, the Charlotte Zachry team is the place to build your career.
What You'll Do
As a Senior I&C Engineer, you will lead the design and delivery of safe, reliable, and efficient control systems while serving as a technical resource for project teams and clients.
Responsibilities
- Apply advanced instrumentation, controls, and electrical engineering principles to support multidisciplinary project execution
- Lead the design, specification, and integration of instrumentation and control systems for industrial and process facilities
- Develop, review, and approve key I&C deliverables, including:
- Instrument and I/O Lists
- Wiring and interconnection schematics
- Instrumentation and control system specifications
- Loop diagrams
- Control panel layouts
- Develop and review control narratives, cause-and-effect matrices, and system functional descriptions
- Perform instrument sizing, selection, and specification for process measurement and control applications
- Support PLC, DCS, SCADA, and plant control system design initiatives
- Coordinate with process, mechanical, electrical, civil, and piping disciplines to ensure integrated project execution
- Participate in client meetings, design reviews, HAZOP studies, and technical workshops
- Review and resolve complex technical issues while ensuring compliance with applicable codes, standards, and client requirements
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and designers
- Lead portions of project execution, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, and quality reviews
- Support startup activities, commissioning efforts, and field investigations as required
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, Process, or Controls Engineering from an ABET-accredited university
- 8+ years of Instrumentation & Controls engineering experience in Power Generation, Utilities, Industrial, Oil & Gas, Chemical, Process, or related industries
- Strong knowledge of instrumentation design, control systems, and industrial automation applications
- Experience developing engineering deliverables and technical specifications for complex projects
- Working knowledge of PLC, DCS, SCADA, and industrial communication systems
- Ability to lead technical activities across multiple projects simultaneously
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interface effectively with clients and project stakeholders
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Preferred Qualifications
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain licensure
- Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) certification
- Experience with major control platforms such as Emerson Ovation/DeltaV, Honeywell Experion, ABB, Siemens, Rockwell Automation, or Schneider Electric systems
- Experience supporting utility, power generation, renewable energy, or industrial infrastructure projects
- Prior experience leading engineering teams and mentoring junior engineers
- Familiarity with ISA, IEEE, NFPA, and applicable industry standards and codes
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