Job Title: Instrumentation and Controls Engineer
Company: Hazen Research, Inc.
Location: Golden, Colorado (On-site)
Job Type: Full-time
About Hazen Research:
Hazen Research, Inc. is a leading provider of analytical and process research services to the mining, chemical, environmental, and energy industries. We specialize in building pilot plants that help scale innovative processes from lab to production. Our engineering team works hands-on to design, build, and automate unique process systems for clients around the world.
We are seeking an Instrumentation and Controls Engineer to support the design and automation of pilot-scale systems. This is a full-time, on-site position at our facility in Golden, Colorado.
Responsibilities:
•Design and implement automation and control systems for pilot plants
•Develop and maintain PLC code using CoDeSys (IEC 61131-3)
•Specify and integrate industrial instrumentation (temperature, flow, pressure, level, etc.)
•Develop Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) and create associated I/O lists and control logic
•Configure IoT devices for data acquisition, remote monitoring, and integration with control systems
•Assist in control panel design and field wiring layout
•Support commissioning, testing, troubleshooting, and documentation of systems
•Collaborate with mechanical and process engineers on cross-functional project teams
Qualifications:
•B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Controls, Mechatronics, or related field
•3+ years of experience in industrial automation or controls engineering
•Proficiency in PLC programming using CoDeSys
•Experience with IoT hardware and industrial protocols (Modbus, Ethernet/IP, MQTT, etc.)
•Ability to develop P&IDs and interpret process control systems
•Hands-on experience with instrumentation setup, wiring, and calibration
•Strong communication and problem-solving skills
Preferred Qualifications:
•Experience with pilot plant operations or custom process systems
•Familiarity with SCADA or HMI development
•Knowledge of hazardous area classification or intrinsic safety principle
What We Offer:
•Competitive salary and benefits
•Opportunities to work on cutting-edge process technologies
•A collaborative, hands-on engineering environment
•Beautiful location at the foot of the Rocky Mountains in Golden, CO