Overview
Instrumentation & Controls Engineering Project Manager
We are seeking a Project Manager with expertise in Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) to lead and manage complex automation and SCADA projects across industrial and municipal sectors. The ideal candidate will have a background in process automation, controls engineering, and project lifecycle management, and will serve as the primary liaison between internal teams, clients, and subcontractors.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage I&C and SCADA projects from initiation to close-out, ensuring scope, schedule, and budget compliance.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary teams including engineers, programmers, electricians, and field technicians.
- Oversee the design, integration, programming, testing, and commissioning of control systems (PLC, DCS, HMI, SCADA).
- Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
- Review and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and control system documentation.
- Prepare project documentation including schedules, status reports, change orders, and cost estimates.
- Enforce company standards and contribute to the development of PLC / DCS control standards.
- Support procurement of instrumentation and control equipment and manage vendor relationships.
- Participate in field activities including system testing, startup, troubleshooting, and training.
- Ensure adherence to safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
- Provide leadership and mentorship to junior staff and technicians.
Qualifications
Required :
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Instrumentation, or related field.5+ years of experience in I&C project management within industrial or municipal sectors.Strong understanding of control systems (PLC, SCADA, HMI, DCS) and process automation.Experience with major PLC platforms (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Schneider, etc.).Proven experience managing multi-disciplinary technical teams and subcontractors.Familiarity with Water / Wastewater, Automotive, or Petrochemical environments.Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.Ability to travel regionally to client sites as needed.Valid Driver's License.Preferred :
PMP (Project Management Professional) Certification.Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or Certified Automation Professional (CAP).Knowledge of industry standards including ISA, NFPA, NEC.Experience writing or enforcing PLC / DCS control standards.Application
To apply, please send resume to : pd@libertyjobs.com
Location
Tampa, FL
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