Job Description

Senior Instrumentation & Control (I&C) Systems Engineer, P.E.

Locations: Cleveland, OH | Detroit, MI | Louisville, KY | Lexington, KY | Nashville, TN
Work Arrangement: Hybrid flexibility available

Overview

A multidisciplinary engineering organization is expanding its controls team and is looking for an experienced Instrumentation & Control (I&C) Systems Engineer with a Professional Engineer (P.E.) license. This role is centered on delivering control system designs for municipal and industrial water-related infrastructure projects across the Midwest.

This is a lead-level position where you’ll guide technical execution, support junior staff, and work directly with clients and project stakeholders. The role blends design leadership, technical oversight, and field involvement across the full project lifecycle.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead the development of control system designs for water and wastewater facilities
• Create and refine technical documentation, including design narratives and engineering reports
• Produce and review P&IDs, control architecture diagrams, and detailed installation drawings
• Develop specifications for instrumentation, control panels, and system components
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure cohesive system integration
• Provide oversight and mentorship to junior engineers and design staff
• Interface directly with clients, contractors, and external engineering partners
• Support project budgeting through development of cost estimates
• Review vendor submittals and contractor deliverables for technical accuracy
• Participate in system validation activities including factory acceptance testing (FAT), site acceptance testing (SAT), and commissioning/startup support

What You Bring

• 10+ years of experience in instrumentation and control system design (flexible for strong candidates)
• Active Professional Engineer (P.E.) license
• Solid understanding of applicable codes and standards such as National Fire Protection Association guidelines and the National Electrical Code
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across technical and non-technical teams
• Experience working with design tools such as AutoCAD or AutoCAD Plant 3D, or willingness to ramp up quickly

Nice to Have

• Background in electrical engineering or power distribution systems
• Hands-on experience with PLC or HMI configuration and implementation
• Familiarity with control system integration in industrial or municipal environments

Why This Role Stands Out

• High-impact projects tied to critical infrastructure
• Opportunity to lead projects while staying technically hands-on
• Exposure to full project lifecycle—from concept through commissioning
• Collaborative environment with strong cross-discipline interaction
• Flexible work structure with hybrid options