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Lead Instrumentation Engineer

Johnson Service GroupBirmingham, AL🇺🇸United StatesPosted Oct 12, 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This Lead Instrumentation Engineer role offers a fantastic opportunity to shape critical power generation infrastructure with a rapidly growing EPC firm, leveraging your expertise in a hybrid environment. You'll thrive here if you possess strong instrumentation and controls experience, enjoy mentoring junior engineers, and are eager to contribute to impactful projects while benefiting from very competitive compensation and overtime pay.

Quick Overview

Seniority
Mid Senior
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
Birmingham, AL, United States
Posted
21 hours ago
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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.

Requirements: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering (or related) 7+ years of instrumentation && contr ols experience in industrial or power environments Experience in EPC project environments strongly preferred Working knowledge of: PLCs, DCS architecture, SCADA, EMS/PMS systems 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 Responsibilities: Develop detailed instrumentation design deliverables, including: Instrument location plans Interconnect diagrams Loop diagrams / loop sheets Instrument datasheets Cable schedules Material take-offs (MTOs) P&&IDs Design and implement instrumentation systems for process contr ol 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 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) 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. D#650

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