Engineering Instrumentation and Controls Engineer

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Instrumentation and Controls Engineering focuses on designing equipment for measuring and controlling processes in various industries, including chemical and manufacturing. This field offers opportunities in robotics and automation as well. The International Society of Automation (ISA) serves as a key resource for professionals, providing networking and information. Job availability in this sector is strong, with many professionals expressing satisfaction in their roles. Overall, pursuing a career in Instrumentation and Controls Engineering can lead to stable employment and growth opportunities.
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Good day every1, I am considering a path in Instrumentation and Controls Engineering but I am not 100% of the job availably and which industries they are likely to work. Could someone please give me a briefing on what Exactly Instrumentation and Controls Engineering is about?
 
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Have you read the article over at Wikipedia?
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Instrumentation

In a nutshell, it's the design of equipment for the measurement and control of processes or machines (whether that's chemical, manufacturing, or other). It can also be a good in into robotics and automation.

You may be interested in the International Society of Automation (ISA)--they're the big trade group for instrumentation and controls engineers, and can probably give you more resources, or even contacts in your local area:
http://www.isa.org/
 
lol @ your disclaim... Thanks for the advice... i'll check out the society asap... thanks again...
 
I am in the field. I work for a major utility and I love my job. You will always have a job in this field. Feel free to contact me with any questions. I am a member of the ISA and have the Certified Automation Professional certification.
 

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