NiSource

Instrumentation & Control Engineer

NiSource$69K — $144K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or engineering technology from an ABET-accredited program
  • 1+ years of relevant experience for Engineer 1; 2+ for Engineer 2; 3+ for Engineer 3; 5+ for Senior Engineer
  • Knowledge of AC and DC electricity
  • Proficient with electronic test equipment and PC software
  • Strong interpersonal, problem-solving, and communication skills
  • Demonstrated knowledge of gas measurement principles and AGA guidelines for higher engineering levels

Responsibilities

  • Provide training and support to junior instrumentation and control personnel
  • Design gas measurement and control systems within budget and regulatory standards
  • Manage SCADA construction projects with contractors and internal teams
  • Develop maintenance procedures and provide technical support for implementation
  • Test and operate various electronic and communications equipment
  • Respond to emergencies providing assistance during and after hours
  • Prepare reports and budgets as required for regulatory compliance

Benefits

  • Training and professional development opportunities
  • Participation in conferences and educational programs
  • Focus on operational excellence and safety
  • Collaboration with various departments and stakeholders
  • Involvement in state and federal regulatory compliance activities
Full Job Description
Job Summary
Design and install systems that will allow the company to measure, monitor, and control the flow of gas at company facilities and provide support to Operations in the maintenance of those facilities. Drive operational excellence and standardization through continuous improvement efforts and effective partnerships across NiSource. Ensure that work is in accordance with all applicable company and regulatory requirements while ensuring safe, reliable service to customers in an efficient and economical manner.

This role is open to candidates within the Virginia NiSource service territory. Candidates must reside within 50 miles of the designated work location to be considered.

Essential Functions

  • Provide training and guidance to new and less experienced I&C personnel.
  • Develop equipment replacement strategies and design gas measurement, monitoring, control, and field SCADA systems, along with associated software programming, in conformance with Company Standards, AGA/API codes, field conditions, and within budget constraints.
  • Plan and manage large scale field SCADA construction projects in coordination with outside contractors, company employees, and customers, including developing specifications, estimating, and procurement of measurement, monitoring, and control applications
  • Develop control and measurement operating and maintenance procedures and provide technical support to various departments to implement those procedures
  • Configure, test, evaluate, and operate various types of electronic and communications equipment
  • Respond to emergencies and provide technical assistance to Field Operations problems during and after normal working hours.
  • Leverage best practices and change management to develop, coordinate, and conduct training for field personnel
  • Lead or participate in special projects.
  • Prepare reports and annual budgets as required by the department or regulatory agencies.
  • Maintain customer-focused working relationships with Operations and Engineering partners, seeking and incorporating stakeholder feedback, to align objectives and department goals to ensure compliance requirements and corporate objectives are met
  • Attend schools and conferences relating to functions performed by the department; RTU programming, instrumentation, measurement, control, telecommunications, and job specific equipment utilized by the company.


Required Qualifications For Position

Instrumentation & Control Engineer 1
  • Graduate from a four year ABET accredited college or university with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering program OR four year ABET accredited program with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology
  • 1+ years of relevant job experience in related field.
  • Good understanding of AC and DC electricity
  • Good understanding and ability to use various electronic test equipment
  • Proficient in the use of computers
  • Good working knowledge of standard PC software
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Effective verbal, written, and presentation communication skills
  • Strong organizational and planning skills
  • Strong problem solving and decision making skills


Required Qualifications For Position

Instrumentation & Control Engineer 2
  • Graduate from a four year ABET accredited college or university with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering program OR four year ABET accredited program with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology
  • 2+ years of relevant job experience in related field
  • Experienced in the application of the National Electrical Code
  • Good understanding of AC and DC electricity
  • Good understanding and ability to use various electronic test equipment
  • Proficient in the use of computers
  • Good working knowledge of standard PC software
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Effective verbal, written, and presentation communication skills
  • Strong organizational and planning skills
  • Strong problem solving and decision making skills
  • Good working knowledge of gas measurement principals and AGA guidelines
  • Strong technical knowledge in measurement, pressure regulation, control, and telecommunications

Required Qualifications For Position

Instrumentation & Control Engineer 3
  • Graduate from a four year ABET accredited college or university with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering program OR four year ABET accredited program with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology
  • 3+ years of relevant job experience in related field.
  • Experienced in the application of the National Electrical Code
  • Experienced in configuring and/or programming process controllers
  • Strong technical knowledge in measurement, pressure regulation, control, and telecommunications
  • Demonstrated proficiency of the Associate Instrumentation & Control Engineer tasks or equivalent.
  • Good understanding of AC and DC electricity and demonstrated ability to use electronic test equipment
  • Proficient in the use of computers ans standard PC software
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Effective verbal, written, and presentation communication skills
  • Strong organizational, planning, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
  • Good working knowledge of gas measurement principals and AGA guidelines
  • Demonstrated knowledge of state, and federal regulations pertaining to the delivery of natural gas.


Required Qualifications For Position

Senior Instrumentation & Control Engineer
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology Degree from an ABET accredited program
  • 5+ years working experience in the engineering function
  • Experienced in the application of the National Electrical Code
  • Experienced in configuring and/or programming process controllers
  • Strong technical knowledge in measurement, pressure regulation, control, and telecommunications
  • Demonstrated proficiency of the Instrumentation & Control Engineer tasks or equivalent.
  • Good understanding of AC and DC electricity and demonstrated ability to use electronic test equipment
  • Proficient in the use of computers and standard PC software
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Effective verbal, written, and presentation communication skills
  • Strong organizational, planning, problem-solving, and decision-making skills skills
  • Good working knowledge of gas measurement principals and AGA guidelines
  • Good working knowledge of gas measurement principals and AGA guidelines
  • Demonstrated knowledge of state, and federal regulations pertaining to the delivery of natural gas


Preferred Additional Qualifications for Position
  • Experienced in working with various telecommunications technologies(radio, telephone, cellular, satellite)
  • Experienced in project management
  • Experienced in leading teams
  • Experienced in data gathering & analysis
  • Experienced in the use of AutoCAD
  • Experience utilizing operations support systems, including asset, work, and customer information management systems
  • Professional Engineer (PE) License PE license Upon Hire


This role is open to candidates within the Virginia NiSource service territory. Candidates must reside within 50 miles of the designated work location to be considered.

Physical Demands
The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position.

As a public utility, NiSource is required to provide continuous service to customers at all times. To ensure we fulfill that obligation, employees may be required to work outside their normal work hours and perform tasks outside of their normal responsibilities in support of emergency operations.

Work Authorization

Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.

Workplace Connection
Value inclusion within your day to day responsibilities by respecting others perspectives/convictions, engaging others opinions, creating a safe environment where people, ideas, and opinions are valued within your Team/Customers and external partners.

Respect the unique lived experiences within your Team/Customers and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represents all walks of life and all backgrounds.

Treat others with respect and consideration. Actively participate in creating and contributing to a positive work environment.

Salary Range*:
$69,900.00 - $144,900.00

*The salary offered to a candidate is based on several factors including but not limited to the candidate's skills, job-related knowledge, and relevant experience, as well as internal pay equity.

Posting Start Date:
2026-06-17

Posting End Date (if applicable):
2026-07-01Please note that the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

About NiSource

NiSource is a Fortune 500 company engaged in natural gas transmission, storage and distribution, as well as electric generation, transmission and distribution. NiSource is dedicated to providing customers with safe, reliable and affordable energy. Headquartered in Merrillville, Indiana, NiSource operates in seven states.
Learn more about NiSource
Size
7,272 employees
Market Cap
$11.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$17.6 million
Founded
1912
5 Year Trend
+0.1%
Revenue
$4.6 billion
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