Senior Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Engineer

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Waterford, NY, USA
In-Office
93K-136K Annually
Senior level
Chemical
The Role
The Senior I&C Engineer will specify and select instrumentation, provide design support, troubleshoot issues, and maintain documentation for various projects while coordinating with maintenance personnel for reliability and performance improvements.
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Job Title:Senior Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Engineer

Summary:Reporting to the Engineering Facilities Manager, the Senior Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Engineer will specify, review, and select instrumentation for projects of varying scale, provide preliminary design, and support installation and startup. The role includes daily troubleshooting, maintaining engineering standards, improving reliability, and developing maintenance procedures. Proficiency in creating and managing documentation such as P&IDs, loop sheets, and specifications is essential.
Please note that this role requires on-site presence five days per week, Monday through Friday.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We cannot sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Responsibilities Include:

Project Support

  • Specify, review, and select instrumentation for projects (from single instruments to large-scale installations).
  • Provide preliminary design for instrumentation systems.
  • Offer technical support during installation and startup phases.
  • Ensure compliance with plant engineering standards during project execution.
     

Plant Operations & Troubleshooting

  • Deliver day-to-day technical support for plant instrumentation.
  • Collaborate closely with hourly maintenance personnel to resolve instrumentation issues.
  • Diagnose and troubleshoot instrumentation failures to minimize downtime.
     

Standards & Reliability

  • Maintain and update plant engineering standards for instrumentation.
  • Lead initiatives to improve reliability and performance of plant instrumentation.
  • Develop and implement best practices for instrumentation maintenance.
     

Documentation & Procedures

  • Create and maintain accurate instrumentation documentation:
  • Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)
  • Loop sheets
  • Instrument specifications
  • Develop and maintain plant maintenance procedures for instrumentation systems.
     

Continuous Improvement

  • Identify opportunities for system upgrades and modernization.
  • Support reliability programs and preventive maintenance strategies.
  • Stay current with industry standards and emerging technologies in instrumentation.
  • Other Duties as assigned

Qualifications:

The following are required for the role

  • B.S. Degree in Engineering or related discipline; equivalent education and relevant experience will also be considered. 
  • Minimum 5 years of technical experience in industrial or manufacturing environments 
  • Knowledge of industrial instrumentation (pressure, temperature, flow, level). 
  • Ability to specify and select instruments and design instrumentation systems 
  • Knowledge of PLCs, DCS, control loops, and signal types (analog, digital, HART) 
  • Proficiency in creating and maintaining P&IDs, loop sheets, and specifications 
  • Understanding of ISA standards, NEC, and safety codes 
  • Troubleshooting and root cause analysis for instrumentation/control systems 
  • Project management for instrumentation scope, including contractor/vendor coordination 
  • Strong communication, problem-solving, and ability to prioritize under pressure 
  • Commitment to continuous learning and adaptability to new technologies

The following are preferred for the role:

  • Proficiency in process design (P&IDs, PFDs, equipment sizing/arrangements) 
  • Knowledge of continuous and batch chemical processes 
  • Experience with hazardous area classifications and intrinsic safety 
  • Preventive maintenance and reliability improvement (e.g., MTBF analysis) 
  • Familiarity with advanced signal protocols (Foundation Fieldbus, ASi) 
  • Budgeting and cost estimation for instrumentation work 
  • Proficiency with CAD tools, instrumentation databases, and asset management systems 
  • Experience with calibration software and diagnostic tools 
  • Knowledge of Distributed Control Systems (e.g., DeltaV, Centum, Provox) 
  • Understanding of process safety management (MOC, PHA) 
  • Strong computer skills (MS Office, AutoCAD) 

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What We Offer:Base Pay Range: $92,500 - $135,850

The actual salary offered is determined by factors including but not limited to education, experience, skill sets, and geography. Local geographic pay differentials may not be reflected in the above pay range and will be discussed with you by a member of the HR team when applicable. If you are interested in this position, we’d ask that you apply! #BePartoftheSolution

Additionally, this role is eligible for incentive or sales variable compensation payments. The amount of these incentives is based on the terms of the Company's incentive plans, the Company's financial performance, and/or individual employee job performance. 

At Momentive, compensation is one part of your overall package. We offer a fantastic variety of total rewards and development programs to support your unique needs for overall well-being and personal career aspirations.  

  • Health, dental & vision insurance, including critical illness coverage and optional orthodontia coverage. 

  • Paid parental leave for the birth of a child; adoption and surrogacy reimbursement.  

  • Short term disability with 100%  base salary coverage. 

  • Company funded counseling (EAP) and assistance finding care for children, parents, or pets. 

  • 25 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) plus paid holidays. Additional time off with years of service. 

  • 401k savings plan with 5% employer match plus additional contribution based on years of service. 

  • Student debt pay-off program. 

  • Professional development programs and courses. 

  • Wellness programs and financial education. 

Refer to the Hiring Process tab on our Careers page for a detailed description of the physical job requirements and location details for candidates considering relocation. 

About Us:

Momentive is a premier global advanced materials company with a cutting-edge focus on silicones and specialty products. We deliver solutions designed to help propel our customer’s products forward—products that have a profound impact on all aspects of life, around the clock and from living rooms to outer space. With every innovation, Momentive creates a more sustainable future. Our vast product portfolio is made up of advanced silicones and specialty solutions that play an essential role in driving performance across a multitude of industries, including agriculture, automotive, aerospace, electronics, energy, healthcare, personal care, consumer products, building and construction, and more. 

  

Momentive believes a diverse workforce empowers our people, strengthens our business, and contributes to a sustainable world. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employerQualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by law.  

 

To be considered for this position candidates are required to submit an application for employment and be of legal working age as defined by local law. An offer may be conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.   

 

Note to third parties: Momentive is not seeking or accepting any unsolicited assistance from search and selection firms or employment agencies at this time.

Skills Required

  • B.S. Degree in Engineering or related discipline
  • Minimum 5 years of technical experience in industrial or manufacturing environments
  • Knowledge of industrial instrumentation (pressure, temperature, flow, level)
  • Ability to specify and select instruments and design instrumentation systems
  • Knowledge of PLCs, DCS, control loops, and signal types (analog, digital, HART)
  • Proficiency in creating and maintaining P&IDs, loop sheets, and specifications
  • Understanding of ISA standards, NEC, and safety codes
  • Troubleshooting and root cause analysis for instrumentation/control systems
  • Project management for instrumentation scope, including contractor/vendor coordination
  • Strong communication, problem-solving, and ability to prioritize under pressure
  • Commitment to continuous learning and adaptability to new technologies

Momentive Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Momentive and has not been reviewed or approved by Momentive.

  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Time off is portrayed as generous, with multiple weeks of PTO to start and additional paid holidays. Accruals increase with service, reaching higher totals at long tenure.
  • Retirement Support Retirement offerings feature a dollar‑for‑dollar 401(k) match paired with an additional employer retirement contribution that scales with service. This combination is positioned as a core element of total rewards.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid maternity leave at full pay for a defined period and paid parental leave for birth, adoption, or foster placement are highlighted. Fertility coverage and access to care resources further bolster family support.

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The Company
HQ: Niskayuna, NY
3,911 Employees

What We Do

As a premier global high-performance silicones and specialties company, Momentive creates solutions that improve quality of life for people and enable a more sustainable future. Our products are the result of a tireless pursuit of progress where the sun never sets on our global marketing and R&D efforts, resulting in innovations that help propel our customers’ businesses forward and positively impact all aspects of life – today, tomorrow, and into the future.

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