Instrumentation Engineer - Energy

Larson Design Group • Full-time • Pittsburgh, PA • $73k - $85k / year • 3m ago

About Us

At Larson Design Group (LDG), we’re more than an award-winning Architecture, Engineering, and Consulting firm; we’re a team of passionate professionals united by a bold purpose: creatively shaping our world. From designing innovative solutions to building stronger communities, we approach every project with vision, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence.

As a 100% employee-owned company, every success we achieve belongs to all of us. That ownership mindset drives our decisions, inspires creativity, and fosters a culture where your voice matters. At LDG, you’ll find a dynamic, people-focused environment where we work hard, share knowledge, and celebrate wins together. We offer a flexible work environment, paid training for required licensure, competitive benefits, bonus plans, and a company-funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) all designed to support your growth, both professionally and personally.

Your Opportunity + Impact

The Instrumentation Engineer is an experienced engineer responsible for leading instrumentation design, calculations, and technical deliverables for a wide range of projects. This position applies advanced knowledge of instrumentation systems, industry standards, and project execution to develop high-quality designs and documentation. The Instrumentation Engineer works with moderate independence, provides technical oversight of associates, and contributes to the development of control strategies and project-specific solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Leads instrumentation design activities, calculations, and documentation for assigned projects with minimal supervision.
Develops, maintains, and oversees instrument databases, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and alignment with project requirements.
Develops detailed P&ID instrumentation and control details, ensuring alignment with approved control strategies and design intent.
Develops instrument hardware specifications using ISA standards and other applicable industry standards.
Leads the development of control strategies and functional specifications in coordination with process, automation, and electrical disciplines.
Prepares instrument data sheets, specifications, and technical reports, and review the work of associates for quality, accuracy, and compliance.
Designs, reviews, and supports control panel layouts and documentation, including participation in and oversight of shop testing activities.
Supervises and reviews I/O wiring design for field devices, including motors and variable frequency drives (VFDs).
Develops, applies, and standardizes installation detail drawings and project-specific instrumentation details.
Provides technical guidance, mentoring, and day-to-day support to junior engineers and designers.
Reviews instrumentation deliverables prior to submission to ensure compliance with project scope, client requirements, and quality standards.
Coordinates with multidisciplinary project teams to resolve technical challenges and support efficient project execution.
Supports project planning efforts by contributing to scope development, schedules, and labor estimates for instrumentation activities.
Continues professional development by expanding technical expertise, leadership skills, and knowledge of emerging technologies.
Performs additional duties as assigned in support of project and departmental objectives.

Education and Experience

Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering field from ABET accredited school.
Experience: Minimum of five (5) years’ of job-related experience.
Licensure/Certification: Professional Engineer (PE), preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrates a strong desire to expand knowledge and take on new responsibilities within the engineering field.
Familiarity with AutoCAD, Rockwell Studio 5000, Allen Bradley, MATLAB, Siemens TIA or LabVIEW is a plus, but not required.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook).
Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks and meet project deadlines effectively.
Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a project team.
Exhibits strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with a commitment to technical excellence and innovation.

EEO Statement

Larson Design Group, Inc. is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization.

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