Leads instrumentation and controls engineering for EPC/EPCM projects across energy and industrial sectors. Responsibilities include developing and reviewing P&IDs, instrument datasheets, I/O lists, control narratives, loop drawings, and control architectures; supporting HAZOP, SIL, and functional safety reviews; coordinating with clients, vendors, and multidisciplinary teams; mentoring engineers; and serving as Engineer of Record with stamped deliverables.
Senior Instrumentation & Controls Engineer, P.E.
Location: Texas or Louisiana (Hybrid/Remote Considered)
Experience: 8+ Years
About Lauren
At Lauren, we believe the best work happens when people are motivated to do what they do best. That means creating an environment where team members work together, take ownership, and see their hard work all the way through to success.
We're into doing the right thing, even when it's hard. We value people who speak up, stay accountable, and look for better ways forward. We leverage each other's strengths, sweat the details, and take pride in the results we deliver.
If you're looking for a place where your judgment matters and your hard work actually pays off, you'll feel at home at Lauren.
The Opportunity
Lauren is seeking a Senior Instrumentation & Controls Engineer, P.E., to lead engineering activities on EPC/EPCM projects across the Oil & Gas, Midstream, Pipeline, LNG, and Industrial sectors. This role provides technical leadership from concept and detailed design through construction support, commissioning, and startup.
What You'll Do
- Lead Instrumentation & Controls engineering design and execution.
- Develop and review P&IDs, instrument datasheets, I/O lists, control narratives, loop drawings, and control system architecture.
- Support HAZOP, SIL, and functional safety reviews.
- Coordinate with clients, vendors, and multidisciplinary engineering teams.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers.
- Act as Engineer of Record and provide stamped deliverables where required.
What You'll Bring
- Active Texas Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred, or Louisiana PE with ability to obtain Texas comity.
- 8+ years of Instrumentation & Controls engineering experience.
- EPC/EPCM project delivery experience.
- Experience supporting Oil & Gas, Midstream, Pipeline, LNG, Petrochemical, or Industrial facilities.
- Strong knowledge of PLC, DCS, SCADA, and SIS systems.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and client-facing skills.
Why Lauren?
- High-impact projects with leading energy and industrial clients.
- Opportunity to shape and grow our U.S. engineering presence.
- Collaborative, entrepreneur-minded culture.
- Meaningful technical leadership and career growth opportunities.
- A team that values accountability, ownership, and delivering quality work.
Ready to build something meaningful? We'd love to hear from you.
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