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Instrumentation & Controls Engineer

ApTask Global WorkforceManassas, VA🇺🇸United StatesPosted 22 Jul 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This hybrid role offers a fantastic opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge control systems for complex facilities, leveraging your 6+ years of experience in industrial automation. You'll thrive here if you possess a strong understanding of PLC systems and a knack for designing intricate engineering solutions, with a competitive hourly rate of $71.

Quick Overview

Salary
$71/hr
Work Type
Hybrid
Level
Mid Senior

Job Description

Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) is seeking an Instrumentation & Controls Engineer for a position with a Global Professional Services Firm located in Manassas, VA. This is a 12+ month contract opportunity.

We are seeking an experienced Instrumentation & Controls Engineer to support the design, development, and implementation of advanced control systems for complex manufacturing and process facilities. In this role, you will lead and contribute to the engineering of instrumentation, automation, and safety systems that support high-tech environments.

Responsibilities:
  • Participate in the development of proposals, budgets, and schedules for process-specific work
  • Design of facility control systems, fire alarm systems, chemical controls, Toxic Gas Monitoring (TGM), and SCADA
  • Develop P&IDs, loop drawings, and detailed wiring diagrams
  • Perform sizing and selection of instruments, control devices, and valves, including preparation of data sheets
  • Review vendor submittals and design deliverables to ensure compliance with client requirements, applicable codes, and standards
  • Initiate and develop Sequence of Operation (SOO) documents
  • Participate in technical and business presentations with clients and internal teams

Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or an associated Mechanical or Chemical Engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited university
  • Engineer in Training (EIT) certification
  • 6+ years of experience in industrial control systems engineering and design
  • Working knowledge of PLC systems, industrial networks, cybersecurity, motor control and power distribution systems
  • Experience designing PLC-based systems (Allen-Bradley, Schnieder Modicon and Siemens)
  • Understanding of national codes and standards including NFPA 70 and UL 508A
  • Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills in multidisciplinary environments

Desired skills:
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain licensure in the State of Virginia
  • 2+ years of experience with semiconductor manufacturing tools (design, installation or cleanroom use)
  • Familiarity with BIM and CAD platforms such as Revit, AutoCAD and Navisworks
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook) and project scheduling/delivery tools
  • Experience leading teams and managing engineering design efforts
  • A forward-thinking mindset with a passion for learning, innovation and continuous improvement
  • Industrial design experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, semiconductor facilities, data center, or similar environments
  • Ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary and global teams
  • Passion for buildings, construction, and engineered systems

Pay range: up to $71.06 per hour

Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) employees will be considered for this position.

If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, apply today!

Aptask Global Workforce (AGW)

ApTask Global Workforce (AGW) is a certified Minority and Veteran workforce solutions company. AGW delivers operational, clinical, lab and professional talent with a strong focus on healthcare and life sciences. The company supports clients with reliable staffing, program expertise and a commitment to quality, speed and consistent delivery.

Benefits of working with ApTask Global Workforce include:
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)

Our team stays close to the process and is here to guide you every step of the way. To learn more, please visit our website

ApTask Global Workforce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

Skills

AutoCAD
BIM
CAD
SCADA
Microsoft Office
Revit

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