DESIGN CONSULTANT - I&C (I&E)

Seminole Electric Cooperative, Inc.; Spring Hill (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Seminole Electric Cooperative, Inc. seeks an experienced Instrumentation & Controls/Electrical Engineering Technician to support plant reliability, efficiency, safety and environmental compliance.

The role emphasizes development of tests, evaluations and cost estimates for process systems and equipment. You will review design modifications, perform feasibility studies, and assist in engineering criteria while coordinating with staff and outside consultants.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; AS/AA preferred.
• 8 years' experience in large power plants or equivalent training.
• Experience with technical specs, economic studies, and complex problems.
• Familiarity with distributed control systems (DCS).
• Knowledge of NERC standards is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan equipment or process evaluation and monitoring programs up to three years ahead.
• Review proposed design modifications for completeness and applicability.
• Conduct design studies for Instrumentation and Controls processes.
• Prepare technical specs, pricing docs, bidder lists, and cost estimates.
• Assist other staff on technical/engineering design criteria.
• Analyze complex plant operation or maintenance problems and recommend changes.
• Conduct economic evaluations for equipment proposals.
• Lead or assist in analysis tasks and compliance activities.
• Coordinate with outside consultants as assigned.
• Adhere to safety rules and complete required courses.
• Follow environmental rules and report incidents promptly.
• Provide guidance to operations and maintenance groups on control systems.

Skills

Engineering technician abilities

Problem analysis

Analytical thinking

Power plant design knowledge

Plant operations

Project planning & coordination

Multi-tasking

Organization

Communication skills (verbal/written)

Education

Associate degree (AS/AA) preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

To provide complex instrumentation and control (I&C) and electrical engineering technician services to assist in attaining the goals of plant reliability, efficiency, safety and environmental compliance in the most cost-effective manner.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

Graduation from standard high school or State Department of Education or graduation from United States Armed Forces Institute. Associate of Science or an Associate of Arts degree preferred. Eight (8) years of experience in large, modern power plants (or applicable equivalent training and education) dealing with the construction, operation and maintenance of electrical and instrumentation and control systems. Experience must include the development of technical specifications, economic studies, evaluation and analysis, or complex technical problems. Practical experience in and working knowledge of complex distributed control systems (DCS). Familiarity with NERC standards and procedures is preferred.

Core Competencies: Adaptable, Collaborative, Conscientious, Critical-Thinking, Outcome-Driven and Professional

• Engineering technician abilities
• Problem analysis
• Analytical thinking
• Knowledge of power plant design, operations and construction
• Plant operations
• Project planning and coordination
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• Effective verbal/nonverbal, listening and written communications
• Result-oriented
• Organization
• Multi-tasking

Essential Functions

• Detailed planning of equipment or process evaluation, testing and monitoring programs up to three years into the future.
• Reviews proposed design modification developed by peer group within the department to ensure the completeness and applicability of the design.
• Conducts design studies for Instrumentation and Controls process systems or equipment.
• Prepares technical specifications, pricing documents, bidder’s lists, bid evaluation criteria and project cost estimates for process systems, equipment or maintenance projects.
• Assists other department technical staff on technical/engineering design criteria.
• Works with technical staff and/or Engineering Supervisor to conduct analysis of complex plant operation or maintenance problems which could lead to design changes, alternate equipment selection, different operating practices or a combination there of. Makes recommendations based on the analysis results.
• Conducts economic evaluation associated with equipment proposals or alternative practices.
• Responsible for reviewing and commenting when assigned the lead responsibility for an analysis or evaluation.
• Conduct operating or maintenance feasibility studies of complex electrical/I&C engineering conditions and systems.
• Acts as a technical advisor to both the plant operation and maintenance groups.
• Conducts analysis of control systems, instrumentation, and electrical equipment failures to determine the source and preventative action.
• Assists the DCS Administrators in troubleshooting and makes recommendations as to changes to the DCS systems.
• Coordinates activities of outside consultants as assigned.
• Take a proactive approach regarding personal safety, safety of others and comply with all OSHA and SECI safety rules. Must complete all necessary online or classroom safety courses as directed. Must participate in safety briefings and meetings.
• Take a proactive approach regarding environmental rules and regulations governing the operation of the plant. Must complete all necessary online or classroom environmental courses as directed. Required to immediately report any, and all, environmental reportable incidents.
• Performs other duties as applicable to the position or as assigned.
• NERC Compliance: Performs NERC Compliance Program roles if/as designated in Seminole's Standard Ownership Matrix (SOM) including ongoing evidence retention in "audit-ready" form. You should also be familiar with Seminole's Enterprise Internal Compliance Program (ENT-GCD-RGC-EP-054) to further your understanding of Seminole's compliance program and your duties and responsibilities in the SOM.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to work and access all locations of the plant and grounds. Must be able to climb stairs, ladders and scaffolds. Must be able to follow established protective measures including wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Must have a valid driver’s license and an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report.

Working Conditions

Some travel and work outside of normal business hours. While working in certain areas of the plant, there is the potential for exposure to hazards typical of an industrial working environment.

“Disclaimer - Management may modify this job description at any time and may require the performance of additional duties,or modification of physical requirements, with or without advance notice.”