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Position Summary

TRS Staffing Solutions is seeking an experienced Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Engineer to support government and federally regulated engineering and construction projects. This role is responsible for the design, specification, implementation, and commissioning of control systems and instrumentation across the full project lifecycle—from conceptual design through detailed engineering, construction, and startup/commissioning.
The ideal candidate will have experience working within government or U.S. federal project environments and be familiar with compliance, documentation, and quality standards required for regulated facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support I&C engineering activities from conceptual design through detailed engineering, construction, and startup
• Develop and review control system architectures, instrumentation specifications, and design documentation
• Prepare and review P&IDs, instrument datasheets, loop diagrams, control narratives, and cause & effect matrices
• Perform instrument sizing, selection, and specification for process, mechanical, and electrical systems
• Design and integrate PLC, DCS, and SCADA systems in accordance with project requirements
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards (ISA, NEC, NFPA, IEEE, government regulations)
• Support procurement activities, including vendor evaluations, technical bid reviews, and equipment selection
• Provide engineering support during construction, including responding to RFIs, reviewing submittals, and resolving field issues
• Lead or participate in factory acceptance tests (FAT), site acceptance tests (SAT), and commissioning activities
• Support startup, system validation, and turnover to operations
• Interface with multidisciplinary teams including process, mechanical, electrical, construction, and project controls
• Maintain adherence to project schedules, budgets, and quality standards

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Controls Engineering, or a related discipline
5–10+ years of I&C engineering experience supporting engineering and construction projects
Experience working on government, federal, or regulated projects
Demonstrated experience supporting projects from conceptual design through startup/commissioning
Strong knowledge of control systems (PLC, DCS, SCADA)
Familiarity with industry codes and standards (ISA, NEC, NFPA, IEEE)
Ability to develop and review detailed engineering documentation
Strong communication and coordination skills in multidisciplinary environments


Preferred Qualifications

Professional Engineer (PE) license or progress toward licensure
Experience with EPC or design-build project execution
Familiarity with cybersecurity requirements for control systems (e.g., NIST, NERC CIP, or similar)
Experience supporting DOE, DoD, or other federal agency projects
Background in industrial, energy, or infrastructure projects


Work Environment

Office-based engineering role with periodic field/site assignments
May require travel to project sites for construction support and startup activities
Collaborative, fast-paced environment supporting complex government projects

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