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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Hardware Design and Instrumentation Engineer - **Company:** E Tech Group - **Location:** Portsmouth, NH, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** AutoCAD, Complex Networks, Control Panels, ControlNet, DeviceNet, Ethernet, Hardware Design, Human-Computer Interaction, Network Topologies, System Testing, Process Control Systems, Allen-Bradley Factory Automation Equipment - **Published:** September 18, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/3d21f4cf-840a-4fff-8746-5ec75deaf71b ## About the Role We're seeking a Senior Hardware Design and Instrumentation Engineer to join our team. In this role, you'll bring a well-rounded engineering background and the ability to work independently across a variety of hardware design and instrumentation responsibilities, including instrument specification, panel design, field wiring design, instrument loop checks, equipment commissioning, and troubleshooting. You'll be part of a talented, collaborative team focused on developing thoughtful solutions for our clients' most complex automation challenges., * 5+ years of hands-on experience executing automation projects for process plants. * BS Engineering degree or equivalent educational background. * Knowledge of industry and regulatory standards, design criteria and codes relevant to Instrumentation and Controls: NFPA 70E & UL 508A * Demonstrated ability to develop process control system applications, utilizing Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) and Human Machine Interfaces (HMI), tuning control loops, providing control system startup services, troubleshooting existing control systems and providing control system qualifications. * Expertise with the design, implementation and troubleshooting of control system network topology, i.e. Ethernet, Ethernet/IP, ControlNet, DeviceNet, etc. * Knowledge of process instrumentation specification, installation & troubleshooting, and control panel design, check-out, commissioning & troubleshooting. * Experience making schematic modifications in AutoCAD. * Experience working around voltages <600 and familiar with lockout-tagout (LOTO) procedures required to do this safely. * Experience designing, testing, and troubleshooting electrical circuits including power distribution, protection, relaying, switching, and control signals: + 24VAC/VDC, 120VAC single phase, and 480VAC three phase power + 24VDC, 120VAC discrete control signals + 0-10 VDC, 4-20mA analog control signals + RTD and Thermocouple control signals + Power/signal bus communication networks such as ASi * Expertise with the selection, commissioning and troubleshooting of variable frequency drives (VFD), including parameter configuration (i.e. Allen-Bradley PowerFlex or Siemens Sinamics lines). * Hands-on experience rapidly troubleshooting and solving equipment & instrument-related issues during start-up and commissioning and perform complex system testing. * Experience working at customer sites supporting the installation & commissioning of equipment and systems. * A DNA comprised of collaboration and teamwork. You may have: * Experience with industry and regulatory standards: UL 1203, IEC 60204, and IEC 61508. * Professional Engineering (PE) License. * Experience configuring managed switches and their complex networks a plus. ## Description * Lead or work on a project team responsible for the design, configuration, and testing of control system hardware and instrumentation. * Understand project scope and exercise good time management skills to plan and coordinate work across multiple projects ensuring completion of all project deliverables to the satisfaction of the client. * Anticipate and provide solutions to project leadership and/or customer giving high priority to customer satisfaction offering strong technical expertise and advisement as part of the project team. * Troubleshoot control system instrumentation that is non-functional, out of spec, or in need of optimization. * Adapt to a flexible work schedule and travel, if necessary, to participate in the design, development, and start-up of control systems at the client's facility. * Act as a hardware and instrumentation Subject Matter Expert in the automation field. * Be an ambassador who embodies our Core Values, prioritizing the success of E Tech Group, our clients, and the professional development of our associates. ## Related Videos - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) - [The Gashlycrumb Tinies of AI Networking You Must Know (or Languish!)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2067-the-gashlycrumb-tinies-of-ai-networking-you-must-know-or-languish) - [WebAssembly Revolution: Elevating JavaScript's Reach and Performance](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1149-webassembly-revolution-elevating-javascript-s-reach-and-performance) - [Building a hypercar from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/607-building-a-hypercar-from-scratch) - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated)