Job Description
Instrumentation Engineer III
(Power Generation / EPC)
Long-term contract in Birmingham, AL
Very competitive pay, time-and-a-half for OT, Mob/Demob, and strong per diem.
Join a fast-growing EPC firm (projected to double in size over the next 18 months) supporting power generation projects, including gas turbines, renewables, and battery energy storage systems (BESS). You'll be part of a collaborative team delivering full construction packages for critical infrastructure supporting data centers and energy systems.
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Requirements:
Please send me your resume to lmccarron@jsginc.com
Per diem is strong.
Rates are open.
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering (or related)
7+ years of instrumentation & controls experience in industrial or power environments
Experience in EPC project environments strongly preferred
Working knowledge of:
o PLCs, DCS architecture, SCADA, EMS/PMS systems
o Field instrumentation (pressure, flow, temperature, level, etc.)
Proficiency with AutoCAD, Plant 3D, ElecDes, or similar design tools
Strong understanding of NEC, IEEE, ISA, and related industry standards
Experience mentoring or guiding junior engineers/designers
PE license preferred or actively pursuing
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Responsibilities:
Develop detailed instrumentation design deliverables, including:
o Instrument location plans
o Interconnect diagrams
o Loop diagrams / loop sheets
o Instrument datasheets
o Cable schedules
o Material take-offs (MTOs)
o P&IDs
Design and implement instrumentation systems for process control and monitoring
Perform engineering calculations to validate design integrity
Support development of complete, field-ready construction packages
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (mechanical, electrical, civil)
Support field activities including startup and commissioning
Interface with vendors and support equipment selection
Participate in design reviews and safety reviews (HAZOPs)
Identify and communicate scope changes and design updates
Mentor and support the development of junior engineers and designers, providing technical guidance and fostering best practices
Contribute to efficient project execution across multiple schedules
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Technical Skills & Knowledge
Knowledgeable in electrical design software (e.g., AutoCAD, Plant 3D, and ElecDes)
Proficiency in PLCs, DCS System Architecture and optimization, OT, SCADA systems,
EMS/PMS and field instrumentation, including industry approved protocols.
Strong understanding of NEC, IEEE, ISA, and other relevant codes and standards.
Ability to produce efficient, constructible designs with attention to cost and schedule.
Experience with EPC project workflows and documentation standards.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, & Outlook)
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Benefits (through JSG):
JSG offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance options, short-term disability, 401(k), weekly pay, and more. Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JSG provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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