Instrumentation & Controls Engineer - Central Region

Location: Kansas City, MO, us

Company Description

CRB is a leading provider of sustainable Engineering, Architecture, Construction and Consulting solutions to the global life sciences and food and beverage industries. Our employees provide best-in-class solutions that drive success and positive change for our clients, our people and our communities. CRB is a privately held company with a rich history of serving clients throughout the world, consistently striving for the highest standard of technical knowledge, creativity and execution.

Job Description

As an Automation, Instrumentation, and Controls (AIC) Engineer II at CRB, you will play a key role in designing high-performance processes and facilities that make a lasting impact. You’ll contribute to both small and large-scale projects, supporting all phases of design and documentation within a multidisciplinary team. Your expertise in mechanical system controls, process automation, and regulatory standards will help solve complex challenges with a balance of technical precision and design excellence.

Key Responsibilities 

• Collaborate with senior engineers to execute design tasks and project deliverables.
• Design automation systems of moderate complexity, ensuring compliance with applicable codes and coordination across disciplines.
• Develop documentation including narratives, reports, drawings, and diagrams for construction.
• Perform engineering calculations such as control element sizing and instrumentation selection.
• Conduct field investigations to integrate new designs with existing systems.
• Utilize platforms such as Microsoft Office, BIM software, and vendor tools to complete work.
• Coordinate effectively with internal and external teams, including architects, engineers, vendors, and construction partners.
• Support and lead small projects through all design phases: programming, planning, feasibility, scope development, detailed design, construction documentation, and administration.
• Mentor entry-level staff and delegate basic tasks as needed.
• Participate in professional development activities to expand technical knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an ABET-accredited program in Chemical, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience, preferably in a design firm setting.

Preferred Qualifications 

• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and Microsoft Office.
• Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam registration or completion.
• Experience with instrumentation and controls engineering calculations.
• Familiarity with control system schematics, panel fabrication drawings, and field wiring plans.
• Ability to read and interpret Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).
• Working knowledge of electrical codes, building codes, and industry standards.
• Strong coordination skills with cross-discipline teams and external stakeholders.
• Ability to perform design calculations under the guidance of senior engineers.

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Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

CRB is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. Employment is contingent on background screening.

CRB does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of CRB without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of CRB. Please, no phone calls or emails.

CRB offers a complete and competitive benefit package designed to meet individual and family needs.

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