Mid Level Instrumentation and Control Engineer Jobs
Mid level instrumentation and control engineer jobs go to engineers ready to own projects end to end, make independent technical decisions, and mentor junior colleagues without close oversight. Roles are largely on-site and hybrid across Consulting & Professional Services, Manufacturing, and Agriculture & Farming, with employers like Prime Controls, Olsson, and Simplot Company hiring at this level now.
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What You'll Be Doing
Job Scope: This position will work with both local and remote design teams to lead the execution of Instrumentation scope of work. Your expertise in Instrumentation principles and practices, combined with your experience in the chemical industry, will be crucial in working with a project team of engineers and designers and driving to successful project completion.
Primary responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders, including all engineering disciplines, project managers, operations, and procurement, to ensure seamless project integration and successful project delivery.
- Lead and manage the execution of Instrumentation scope of work at the selected engineering service provider in all phases (Pre-FEED, FEED, and Detail Design).
- Define the discipline list of activities, list of deliverables, time schedule.
- Produce a detailed list of in / out critical information to be closely monitored.
- Report on actual progress and forecasting / check for discipline activities.
- Coordinate the evaluation of the design changes to the original scope of work and verify the implementation of those approved.
- Prepare and review engineering drawings, specifications and technical documents, ensuring compliance with industry standards, codes and regulations.
- Apply industry codes and standards relevant to the chemical industry, such as ISO, ANSI, IEEE and other applicable codes, in the design and evaluation instrumentation systems and equipment.
- Conduct thorough reviews and quality control checks to ensure compliance with design specifications and project requirements.
This position offers a highly competitive compensation package, including paid time off, health insurance benefits, and matching retirement contributions.
Ideal Background
Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electronic, Electrical, Instrument/Control, Chemical, Mechanical) with related field experience is preferred.
Registration: Professional Engineering registration is highly preferred.
Experience: This position requires a minimum of 5 years’ experience in instrumentation and controls engineering with a focus on the chemical industry.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Execution of instrument engineering experience in large capital projects is preferred.
- Ability to mentor and develop less experienced team members.
- Proven experience working on a project team of engineers, with excellent leadership and communication skills.
- Familiarity with capital stage gate process and understanding of project execution.
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Knowledge of safety regulations and standards related to instrumentation engineering in the chemical industry.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to sit for extended periods while working at a computer.
- Ability to stand, walk, and move between office, project, and industrial or manufacturing areas.
- Ability to use stairs and, when required, climb fixed or portable ladders and access platforms.
- Ability to work on uneven surfaces and bend, reach, or crouch to observe site conditions.
- Ability to wear and use required personal protective equipment (PPE), which may include safety glasses, hearing protection, hard hats, safety footwear, gloves, and other site-specific equipment.
- Physical requirements may vary based on project and site conditions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals to perform the essential functions of the position.
Hargrove Culture
We work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a “team mentality” so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company-wide level. We know that each person on our team contributes to the success of our company by pairing expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe.
Our safety culture protects and promotes the well-being of every person who works with us and every person touched by our work.
As a 100% Teammate owned company, we proudly offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible Teammates.
Equal Opportunity Employment Statement
Hargrove is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, sexual identity, marital or family status), disability, military service or obligations, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Hargrove is a drug-free workplace.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
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Mid Level Instrumentation and Control Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level instrumentation and control engineer job?
Position your existing experience around ownership and outcomes, not just task completion. Highlight projects where you led the instrumentation design, resolved control system issues independently, or reduced downtime through your own technical decisions. Applications that show you can work without close supervision and that connect your work to measurable results consistently outperform those that only list tools and technologies.
Which companies hire mid level instrumentation and control engineers?
Companies hiring mid level instrumentation and control engineers right now include Prime Controls, Olsson, and Simplot Company, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a mix of large industrial manufacturers, energy producers, and engineering services firms that run ongoing capital projects requiring experienced instrumentation professionals.
Are there remote mid level instrumentation and control engineer jobs?
Yes, though most roles in this field involve on-site or hybrid arrangements given the hands-on nature of the work. About 17% of mid level instrumentation and control engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with fully remote positions typically covering design, documentation, and systems engineering rather than field commissioning or plant operations.
How do I move up to a mid level instrumentation and control engineer role?
Progression from entry level to mid level comes from building depth in a specific area, such as process control systems, PLC or DCS programming, or loop tuning, while taking on increasing ownership of deliverables. Engineers who document measurable impact, such as improved system reliability or faster commissioning cycles, and who start guiding less experienced colleagues naturally develop the profile that mid level roles require.
Which industries hire the most mid level instrumentation and control engineers?
Mid Level instrumentation and control engineer roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Manufacturing, and Agriculture & Farming, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive consistent hiring at this level because their operations depend on precise process control, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement of automated systems across complex production and processing environments.