Field Engineer - Instrumentation and Electrical

Company Overview Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases is a leading provider of cryogenic pumps, heat exchangers, process systems, services, and solutions for the LNG and industrial gases industry. We are a subsidiary of Nikkiso Company Ltd, a leading industrial manufacturer headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, with over $1.5 B in annual revenue, 8000 + employees worldwide, and publicly traded on the Tokyo Stock Exchange. Job Overview Responsible for installation, calibration, testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning of instrumentation, electrical, and control systems for skid-mounted and modular process packages executed in an EPC-style environment. This role plays a critical part in ensuring that all field devices, control systems, and electrical installations are delivered fully functional, compliant with engineering design, and ready for startup and operation. The technician will work closely with engineering, fabrication, vendors, and commissioning teams across shop and site environments. The ideal candidate brings strong hands-on experience in instrument calibration, loop checking, PLC-based systems, and rotating equipment packages, with a practical understanding of skid fabrication and integrated system commissioning. Responsibilities Instrument Installation & Calibration Install, inspect, and commission field instrumentation including: Pressure, temperature, flow, and level instruments Control valves, actuators, and positioners Analytical and specialty instrumentation (as applicable) Perform instrument calibration in shop and field environments , including: Transmitters, switches, gauges RTDs and thermocouples Flow meters (Coriolis, ultrasonic, differential pressure) Level instruments (radar, DP, ultrasonic) Utilize calibration and diagnostic tools such as: HART communicators Multifunction calibrators (e.g., Fluke) Loop calibrators and signal generators Maintain calibration documentation and ensure traceability to standards Loop Checking & Functional Testing Perform end-to-end loop checks from field devices to control systems (PLC/DCS/HMI) Verify: Signal continuity and integrity Proper wiring, termination, and grounding Correct scaling, ranging, and configuration Execute pre-commissioning and commissioning procedures Identify and resolve instrumentation and wiring issues Support development and execution of loop check sheets and commissioning checklists PLC & Controls System Support Support PLC-based control systems including: Verification of I/O mapping and signal integrity Basic troubleshooting of PLC logic and communication issues Upload/download of programs under engineering supervision Work with common platforms such as: Allen-Bradley (Rockwell Automation) Siemens Schneider Electric / Modicon Assist with HMI/SCADA system validation and functional testing Support debugging of control system issues during commissioning Rotating Equipment & Package Integration Support installation and commissioning of rotating equipment packages , including: Pumps, compressors, expanders Verify instrumentation and controls associated with rotating equipment: Vibration monitoring systems Temperature, pressure, and shutdown instrumentation Package control panels and interlocks Assist in startup activities, operational checks, and troubleshooting Coordinate with OEM representatives such as Atlas Copco and similar vendors Electrical Installation & Verification Install and inspect: Electrical panels, junction boxes, and marshalling cabinets Cable trays, conduits, and field cabling Perform cable pulling, termination, and continuity testing Verify installations against electrical drawings and standards Drawings, Documentation & QA/QC Review and verify field installation against: P&IDs Loop diagrams Wiring diagrams Cable schedules and I/O lists Mark up redlines and support development of as-built documentation Perform field inspections, punch listing, and close-out activities Ensure compliance with: NEC IEC ISA standards Project and client specifications Commissioning, FAT & SAT Support Support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) Execute commissioning procedures and assist in system startup Troubleshoot instrumentation, electrical, and control issues during commissioning Support handover to operations teams Coordination & Field Interface Coordinate with: Process, Mechanical, and I&C Engineering teams Fabrication shops and skid manufacturers Construction and commissioning teams Third-party inspectors and vendors Provide field feedback to engineering for design improvements Support resolution of technical issues during fabrication and site execution Qualifications 5–10+ years of experience in oil & gas, LNG, industrial gas, or process industries Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, instrumentation, or a related field. Strong hands-on experience with: Instrument calibration (shop and field) Loop checking and commissioning Electrical wiring, termination, and testing PLC-based control systems (troubleshooting level) Experience working with skid-mounted systems and modular process packages Experience supporting rotating equipment systems strongly preferred Ability to read and interpret: P&IDs Loop diagrams Wiring diagrams Electrical drawings Familiarity with EPC project workflows and field execution practices Preferred Qualifications Experience with major OEM equipment packages and controls Experience supporting FAT, SAT, commissioning, and startup activities Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, Ethernet/IP) Desired Attributes Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic capability Hands-on, execution-focused mindset High attention to detail and documentation discipline Ability to work independently in field and shop environm