Instrumentation Specialist
Instrumentation SpecialistLocation: Baton Rouge, LAWorksite: Poly Plant or Chemical ComplexPosition Type: Long-Term ContractDuration: Multiple Years / OngoingWork Arrangement: On-siteEligibility: Local candidates onlyMaking sure you fit the guidelines as an applicant for this role is essential, please read the below carefully. Position OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Instrumentation Specialist to support operations and maintenance activities at an industrial facility in Baton Rouge. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of experience in instrumentation and process automation, with a strong background in manufacturing, petrochemical, chemical, refining, or similar industrial environments. This position will serve as a technical subject matter expert supporting maintenance and operations teams, troubleshooting complex instrumentation and control system issues, and providing technical guidance for maintenance, construction, turnaround, and project activities. Candidates may have started their careers as instrumentation technicians but should currently be operating at a specialist, engineer, coordinator, lead, or other senior technical levelKey ResponsibilitiesProvide subject matter expertise for instrumentation, control systems, analyzers, and related I&C equipment. Support maintenance and operations teams with complex troubleshooting and technical issuesMake field decisions regarding electrical, instrumentation, and controls construction requirementsConfirm compliance with applicable safety, LOTO, codes, standards, and design requirementsSupport and/or supervise PLC and DCS network installation, loop testing, and calibration activities. Coordinate between site engineering, home-office engineering, operations, maintenance, and construction contractorsReview detailed engineering and construction drawings for constructabilityCoordinate construction sequences and activities between on-site contractors. Review contractor plans, equipment requirements, and cycle times. Participate in maintenance design reviews, constructability reviews, turnarounds, and project activitiesSupport maintenance planning, scheduling, and management activities. Assist with identifying field conditions and recommending appropriate remediation stepsMonitor project/contract budgets and schedules and assist with evaluating change orders. Promote effective collaboration across teams and influence decisions without direct authority. Maintain a strong focus on Safety, Security, Health, and Environmental (SSHE) requirements. Required Qualifications10+ years of experience in instrumentation, process automation, electrical/instrumentation & controls, or a closely related field. Experience working in a manufacturing, chemical, petrochemical, refinery, oil & gas, or similar industrial facilityStrong knowledge of instrumentation and control systemsExperience with PLC, DCS, analyzers, loop testing, and calibrationAbility to interpret: Instrumentation and electrical installation plansSingle-line diagramsBlock diagramsLoop diagramsEngineering and construction drawingsTechnical specificationsEngineering details and designsKnowledge of LOTO procedures, SSHE requirements, applicable codes, and industry standardsExperience working with engineering and construction contractorsStrong communication and documentation skills. Ability to work effectively under tight deadlines, heavy workloads, and changing prioritiesProficiency with Microsoft OfficeTechnical degree in an appropriate discipline or equivalent professional experience. Must be local to the Baton Rouge area. xhyhwjd Preferred BackgroundExperience in one or more of the following environments is highly desirable: Chemical | Petrochemical | Manufacturing | Refining | Oil & Gas | Process Plants | Industrial FacilitiesWhat We're Looking ForThe successful candidate will be a senior-level instrumentation and controls professional who can operate independently in the field, provide technical guidance to maintenance and operations teams, coordinate with contractors and engineering groups, and support complex I&C activities from troubleshooting through construction and project execution.