I&C Designer

Job Title: I&C Designer

Job Description

The I&C Designer is a mid- to Sr-level role for an instrumentation and controls professional with 7-10 years of related experience. In this position, you produce high-quality design drawings and conceptual layouts, support engineering and field activities, and contribute to project planning and staffing. You work with a range of instrumentation and control systems, including pressure, flow, and temperature devices, and you collaborate closely with plant personnel, design engineers, and vendors. This role offers primarily remote work with occasional travel to project sites and offices as required by project needs.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed instrumentation and controls design drawings that meet project standards and specifications.
• Prepare layouts and conceptual designs for instrumentation and control systems in support of project objectives.
• Provide engineering services and technical field support throughout project execution.
• Conduct design and engineering calculations to ensure accuracy, safety, and compliance with applicable standards.
• Perform site walkdowns at construction sites to verify existing conditions, gather field data, and support installation planning; travel as required.
• Develop instrument datasheets and installation details for pressure, flow, temperature, and other instrumentation devices.
• Work with Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) to ensure accurate representation of instrumentation and control systems.
• Develop and review Distributed Control System (DCS) wiring diagrams and loop sheets to ensure proper connectivity and functionality.
• Provide schedule and staffing input for projects, supporting project planning and resource allocation.
• Lead projects with oversight, coordinating design activities and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
• Collaborate effectively with plant staff, design engineering teams, and vendors to resolve technical issues and support project delivery.
• Use CAD platforms or integrated design tools to create, revise, and maintain design documentation.

Essential Skills

• 7-10 years of related experience in instrumentation and controls design.
• Proficiency with CAD platforms or integrated design tools for creating and modifying design drawings.
• Hands-on experience with instrumentation services and field support activities.
• Experience working with pressure, flow, and temperature measurement devices.
• Ability to develop comprehensive instrument datasheets and detailed installation drawings.
• Experience conducting site walkdowns at construction sites to collect data and verify field conditions.
• Experience working with Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).
• Experience with Distributed Control Systems (DCS) wiring and loop sheets.
• Strong ability to build effective working relationships with plant staff, design engineering personnel, and vendors.
• Capability to provide schedule and staffing input and to lead projects with appropriate oversight.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Back ground in instrumentation and controls engineering or electrical design.
• Experience with distributed control systems and related control architectures.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD or similar CAD tools.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment while maintaining clear communication with project teams.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail in design and documentation.

Work Environment

This role operates primarily in a remote work environment, where you perform design and documentation tasks using CAD or integrated design tools. You will occasionally travel to project sites and offices for site walkdowns, field data collection, and in-person collaboration. The frequency and duration of travel depend on project requirements and may change over time based on project needs. Work involves close collaboration with plant staff, design engineering teams, and vendors, using digital communication and documentation tools to support efficient project execution.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Birmingham, AL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $58.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC-with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.