Senior Instrument and Controls Engineer at GHD in Houston, Texas

Job Description:

Job Description



Help us build the future and we'll help you build a rewarding and purposeful career.


Our global network is made up of architects, designers, planners, engineers, and environmental scientists all working towards the same goal.

Join a team that brings inspirational architecture, landscapes, townscapes and places to our world, and we'll provide you unlimited space to grow.


Who are we looking for?


Our Americas Engineering Design Organization is looking to grow and diversify our offering into areas where we can provide more low carbon solutions for our clients, including Hydrogen, Ammonia, CO2, RNG, Natural Gas, NGL and LNG. As such, we are seeking a Senior Instrumentation & Controls Engineer located in either Houston, TX or Baton Rouge, LA office. The position will entail solving problems, performing analyses needed to generate solutions, and interacting with all levels of personnel both internal and external to the Group and Company. The Senior Instrument and Controls Engineer will perform instrument engineering assignments associated with designing equipment, components, infrastructures and / or systems.


In the problem solving business, it helps to be restlessly curious to deliver community change.


Our vision is to ensure energy, water and urbanization are made sustainable for generations to come.

You can lead the way into a new future for our industry, inspiring the next generation of driven and committed people in the process.


Learn about leadership opportunities with GHD.



Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:

• Lead instrument effort to provide project Instrument and Controls Design Engineering (FEL and detail design) for small to medium sized projects by working with project managers, project team members, end users and other design discipline engineers / design leaders.
• Prepare engineering sketches, perform engineering calculations, and perform checking of engineering drawings.
• Review and mark-up of instruments and controls on P&IDs to ensure compliance with company, client and ISA standards.
• Prepare intermediate to advanced level data sheets and specifications for project assignments detailing client performance requirements, specific component needs, design requirements, applicable design codes, and vendor drawing requirements.
• Review and approve the selection of instrumentation suitable for different area classifications, such as Class 1 - Div1, Class 1 - Div2, and General Purpose.
• Responsible for the selection and specification of various types of instrumentation for equipment's, which include transmitters, gauges, switches, etc., for Pressure, Level, Temperature & Flow applications.
• Prepare inquiry and purchase requisitions as well as bid tabulations associated with equipment purchases.
• Review and/or approve vendor drawings for compliance with project specifications.
• Actively participate in client hazard identification and observation studies (HAZOP).
• Verify accuracy and completeness of all deliverable products and services in assigned areas of responsibility.
• Provide oversight of design staff engaged on projects along with the ability to mentor technical support staff.
• Plan and manage workload, budgets and project resources.
• Set realistic expectations and ensure assigned projects are completed according to schedule and within budget.
• Work closely with the GHD teams to develop proposals and refine instrumentation design, ensuring alignment with project specifications, client best practices, and industry standards.
• Compile discipline-specific man-hour estimates and Total Installed Cost estimates based on client provided project scope.
• Maintain accurate documentation of instrumentation activities, including design changes, testing results, and project progress reports.
• Provide engineering technical support to clients during all phases of project execution. (Design, construction, commissioning and startup)
• Assist in the development of internal design guidelines, specifications, and design control procedures.
• Manage client relationships and develop repeat business opportunities.

What you will bring to the team:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical/Instrument Engineering
• Professional Engineering (PE) License is required
• 15 years of industrial engineering and design experience
• Background performing related design and engineering consulting services for a wide variety of industrial clients
• Strong working knowledge of P&ID's, instrumentation and control systems design (PLC/PAC/RTU/DCS/HMI/SCADA), networking, process automation, etc.
• Strong working knowledge of instrument and electrical design codes (ISA, NEC, API, etc.)
• Familiarity with instrumentation used to measure and control flow, temperature, pressure, level and analytical properties
• Experience in proposal preparation, budget control, performance analysis and contract management
• Strong understanding of contractual agreements, accurate record keeping and documentation
• Proficiency in problem solving and troubleshooting
• Sense of urgency and good organizational skills required to work with multiple projects and conflicting priorities
• Positive attitude, good interpersonal skills, and validated time management and organizational skills
• Effective communication with subordinates, peers, and superiors
• Proficiency in MS Office software

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As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status or veteran status. Apply Now