Last Energy

Last Energy

Instrumentation & Controls Engineer

Austin or Bryan, TX

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 190 days ago
CybersecurityPLCElectrical EngineeringControlsTCP/IPCommunication

About the role

  • In this role, you will serve as a technical integrator and field-oriented engineer, ensuring automation and control systems are correctly specified, installed, commissioned, and operated within a safety-critical nuclear environment.

Responsibilities

  • Last Energy is seeking a hands-on Instrumentation & Controls Engineer to support the integration, deployment, and lifecycle management of industrial instrumentation, electrical, and control systems.
  • This position is ideal for an engineer who thrives at the boundary between design intent and real-world execution - working closely with vendors, fabricators, technicians, and operations to translate requirements into reliable, field-ready systems.
  • Support vendor selection and review vendor deliverables for technical adequacy
  • Review, validate, and support PLC logic and HMI designs developed by vendors or integrators.
  • Support and oversee fabrication, installation, and wiring of control cabinets and field devices, working directly with electricians, technicians, and vendors
  • Lead or support Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), loop checks, and startup activities.
  • Maintain disciplined configuration control of hardware and software changes.

Nice to have

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related technical field
  • 3+ years of experience supporting industrial electrical, instrumentation, and control systems in a hands-on or field-facing role
  • Practical experience working with PLC-based control systems (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley), including reviewing logic, supporting testing, and troubleshooting deployed systems
  • Strong understanding of industrial electronics, instrumentation, and low-voltage power distribution
  • Demonstrated experience working directly with vendors, integrators, technicians, and installers in commissioning or operational environments
  • Familiarity with industrial control system cybersecurity concepts and best practices (IEC 62443 knowledge is a plus)
  • Experience in nuclear, oil & gas, chemical processing, or other highly regulated, safety-critical industries
  • Working knowledge of industrial communication protocols such as Modbus, TCP/IP, Profinet, or Ethernet/IP

This listing is sourced directly from Last Energy's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.