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Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Engineer – Westlake, LA

Industry: Oil & Gas

Type: Long-Term Contract (Potential for Full-Time Conversion)

Our client, a major player in the Oil & Gas sector, is seeking a skilled Instrumentation & Controls Engineer to join their team in Westlake, Louisiana . This position is offered as a long-term contract with the potential for full-time conversion . Compensation includes a competitive hourly rate , overtime (time-and-a-half) , and a comprehensive benefits package .

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage project execution in alignment with standard project development processes and engineering best practices.
• Develop high-quality project cost estimates and support annual capital planning and ongoing funding approvals.
• Collaborate across disciplines—mechanical, civil, electrical, and instrumentation—to ensure technical accuracy, cost efficiency, and alignment with operational needs.
• Create and maintain project execution plans and schedules; manage project scope, budget, and change control.
• Provide engineering and construction support during scheduled maintenance and turnarounds.
• Balance competing priorities and manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and deliverables.
• Interface with internal stakeholders, technical consultants, and operations teams to ensure seamless project integration.
• Oversee the Management of Change (MOC) process for assigned projects.
• Design or review the design of Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS).
• Provide technical support for plant instrumentation and control issues.
• Design and implement reliable, cost-effective instrumentation and control systems.
• Assist in creating process design specifications, as well as training and operational documentation.
• Draft detailed specifications for procurement and construction; perform and lead Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT).
• Conduct audits of control loops and instrumentation installations to ensure compliance and performance.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, or Civil Engineering (or a related field).
• 5–10 years of engineering experience, preferably within the Oil & Gas or industrial sectors.
• At least 2 years of focused experience in instrumentation and controls, including engineering or maintenance roles.
• Practical knowledge of Safety Instrumented Systems and their full life cycle phases.

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