Instrumentation Associate

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Optimized Process Designs (OPD), a Koch Engineered Solutions company, is seeking an Instrumentation Associate to join our growing team. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants hands‑on experience supporting EPC projects from early design through commissioning and turnover. In this role, you will work closely with experienced engineers and cross‑functional teams to support the specification, procurement, and implementation of instrumentation systems used in industrial facilities.

This position is based at our headquarters in Katy, TX Monday‑Friday.

This role is not open to visa sponsorship.

• Review and markup P&IDs to ensure instrumentation meets company, client, and ISA standards
• Responsible for the selection and specification of instrumentation such as transmitters, gauges, and switches for pressure, level, temperature, and flow applications
• Work with instrument vendors to request quotes and support technical bid evaluations
• Develop and maintain instrument datasheets
• Review equipment vendor packages to confirm instrumentation compliance with project requirements
• Collaborate with engineers across disciplines (Process, Mechanical, Civil/Structural, etc.) to support coordinated project design

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or other engineering discipline
• Experience in the specification of instruments

• Experience with instrumentation database and sizing software(s)
• Working knowledge of Codes and Standards such as API, PIP, ISA, ASME, ISO, etc.

We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength – focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance.

Specific eligibility criteria are set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please  for additional information.

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