Designer I - Control Systems

Fluor Corporation; Aliso Viejo (CA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

Fluor Corporation is seeking a design professional to support control systems for industrial processes. You will participate in 3D model reviews, create 2D CAD drawings, and develop project baseline documents, including budgets and contracts.

You will also perform MTOs, load instrument data in Octave Facets, and check wiring diagrams. This role requires a two-year technical degree and four years of related design experience.

Qualifications

• Accredited two-year degree in a technical field.
• Four years of directly related experience in Control Systems design work.
• Ability to communicate with diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Participate in 3D model reviews and create moderately complex 3D models.
• Prepare moderately complex 2D CAD drawings.
• Develop and review project baseline documents (Scope of Services/Facilities, budgets, contracts).
• Develop and review estimates, schedules, progress reports, and key quantities reports.
• Review drawings and supplier documentation for compliance and resolve discrepancies.
• Perform instrument and bulk material take-offs (MTOs).
• Load instrument indexes and wiring information into Octave Facets and generate reports.

Skills

Control Systems drafting

AutoCAD BricsCAD

P&ID interpretation

3D modeling

Instrument wiring

Field surveys

Education

Two-year technical degree

Tools

AutoCAD

BricsCAD

Octave Facets Instrumentation

Octave Forte Review

Octave Forte 3D

Job description

At Fluor, we are proud to design and build projects and careers. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best in our employees, and helps us develop innovative solutions that contribute to building a better world together. If this sounds like a culture you would like to work in, you’re invited to apply for this role.

Job Description

• This position is contingent upon contract award**

Receiving instruction from and reporting to a design supervisor, support the design of control systems for industrial processes with limited supervision.

Principal Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Participate in 3D model reviews and create moderately complex 3D models.
• Prepare moderately complex 2D Computer Aided Design (CAD) drawings.
• Develop and review project baseline documents (Scope of Services/Facilities, budgets, contracts, etc.).
• Develop and review estimates, schedules, progress reports, and key quantities reports.
• Review drawings, and supplier equipment documentation for compliance with project requirements and resolve discrepancies.
• Perform instrument and bulk material take-offs (MTOs).
• Use the Hexagon Smart® Instrumentation (now known as Octave Facets Instrumentation) database to load instrument indexes and wiring information and generate reports and loops.
• Develop and check wiring and loop diagrams.
• Check and audit control systems models and drawings.
• Develop control systems area and unit location plan drawings.
• Perform basic design calculations (e.g., wiring sizing, conduit fill, voltage drop, junction box or panel sizing).
• Create and assign instrument installation details.
• Perform Field Surveys.
• Intermediate to Advanced knowledge of:
• Control Systems drafting and 2D CAD – AutoCAD and/or BricsCAD.
• Piping and Instrumentation Diagram (P&ID) interpretation and issue resolution.
• Instrumentation and control systems design in 3D model
• Basic to Intermediate knowledge of:
• Hexagon Smart® Instrumentation (now known as Octave Facets Instrumentation) database software
• Hexagon Smart® Review (now known as Octave Forte Review) software
• Hexagon Smart® 3D (now known as Octave Forte 3D) modeling software
• Other CAD systems and procedures
• Production of deliverables:
• Instrument location plans
• 3D Modeling – junction box, field instruments, cable tray
• Cable schedule
• Marshalling panel
• Local Control Panels
• Wiring Block Diagrams
• Instrument Installation Specifications
• Instrument Index
• Instrument Loop Diagrams
• Communications and Security
• Develop telecom block diagrams based upon project area classifications, applicable scopes of analog and digital voice and data, imaging applications, low voltage devices for security systems and building controls, and check design documents.
• Develop, evaluate, and comment on telecom system schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Pursue Building Industry Consulting Service International (BICSI) telecommunications distribution design courses.
• Advanced knowledge of small to medium sized telecom systems and physical security systems
• Advanced knowledge of Telecom system representation on drawings and knowledge of 2D CAD.
• Interface with client IT and Electrical department to obtain design basis requirements for telecom.

Basic Job Requirements

• Accredited two (2) year degree or global equivalent in a technical field of study
• Four (4) years of directly related experience in Control Systems design work described above
• Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and visitors
• Ability to learn and apply knowledge of applicable local, state/province, and federal/national statutes and guidelines
• Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner
• Practical field experience
• Intermediate computer and software skills (word processing, email, spreadsheet, and electronic presentation programs)

Other Job Requirements

None listed

Preferred Qualifications

None listed

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by governing law.

Benefits Statement: Fluor is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote employee health, wellness, and financial security. Our offerings include medical, dental and vision plans, EAP, disability coverage, life insurance, AD&D, voluntary benefit plans, 401(k) with a company match, paid time off (personal, bereavement, sick, holidays) for salaried employees, paid sick leave per state requirement for craft employees, parental leave, and training and development courses.

Market Rate Statement: The market rate for the role is typically at the mid-point of the salary range; however, variations in final salary are determined by additional factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, relevant years of experience, geographic location, internal pay equity, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.

Notice to Candidates: Background checks are carried out as part of any conditional offer made, including (but not limited to & role dependent) education, professional registration, employment, references, passport verifications and Global Watchlist screening.

To be Considered Candidates: Must be authorized to work in the country where the position is located.

Salary Range: $64,000.00 - $119,000.00