I&E Design Lead

Koch; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation

Educational assistance

Job summary

Koch is seeking an I&E Design Lead based in Katy, TX. The candidate will lead the development of I&E design deliverables and own the overall design scope for projects while promoting a safety-first culture.

Key responsibilities include the coordination of design scope and quality, performing QA/QC reviews, and providing technical guidance. Candidates should have experience in EPC projects and knowledge of AutoCAD.

A comprehensive benefits plan is offered, including medical, dental, vision, and educational assistance.

Qualifications

• Experience in I&E Design within EPC, industrial, or oil & gas/petrochemical projects.
• Demonstrable knowledge of I&E design deliverables, systems, and workflows.
• Experience with AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of I&E design deliverables.
• Own the overall I&E design scope and quality for assigned projects.
• Coordinate I&E scope with piping and civil teams to resolve issues.
• Perform and lead QA/QC reviews.
• Provide technical guidance to designers and drafters.

Skills

I&E Design

AutoCAD

Project Management

Technical Guidance

Education

Associate's degree in Electrical, Instrumentation, Design

Job description

I&E Design Lead

Optimized Process Designs (OPD), a Koch Engineered Solutions company, is seeking an I&E Design Lead who thrives on ownership, collaboration, and delivering high‑impact projects. This role is based in Katy, TX, Monday–Friday and is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

What You Will Do

• Lead the development and execution of I&E design deliverables from early project phases through IFC and construction support.
• Own the overall I&E design scope, schedule, and deliverable quality for assigned projects.
• Develop and review key I&E deliverables, including one‑lines, schematics, wiring diagrams, interconnects, loop drawings, instrument details, cable schedules, panel schedules, layout drawings, grounding, duct bank, lighting, and power distribution designs.
• Coordinate I&E scope with piping, civil/structural, process, and construction teams to resolve issues early and reduce work.
• Perform and lead QA/QC reviews.
• Provide technical guidance, coaching, and oversight to designers and drafters.
• Review vendor documentation and integrate equipment package requirements into design deliverables.
• Proactively identify risks, scope gaps, and inefficiencies and drive timely resolution.
• Support projects by providing clear updates on progress, risks, and priorities.
• Promote and reinforce a safety‑first culture in all design activities.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Experience in I&E Design within EPC, industrial, or oil & gas/petrochemical projects.
• Demonstrable knowledge of I&E design deliverables, systems, and workflows.
• Experience with AutoCAD.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Associate’s degree or higher in Electrical, Instrumentation, Design, or an equivalent technical discipline.
• Broad experience across instrumentation, electrical, and controls systems.
• Familiarity with midstream gas processing facilities.
• Practical field or construction experience supporting EPC projects.

Our Benefits

Our benefits plan includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Eligibility criteria are set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy, or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. This employer uses E‑Verify.