I&E Design Specialist, Senior

auduboncorporatecareers; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Audubon is seeking an I&E Design Specialist, Senior to join our Metairie, LA team. You will supervise and manage instrument and electrical design assignments and personnel, ensuring accurate drawings, BOMs, and specifications while driving cost savings and project efficiency.

The role requires extensive field experience, proficiency in AutoCAD and PDMS, and leadership of multi-person teams across offshore and onshore projects in the oil, gas, and chemical sectors.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of technical software used in the discipline.
• Minimum 15 years of experience preferred.
• AutoCAD experience required; PDMS experience preferred.
• Microsoft Office experience preferred.
• SPI (Intools) experience preferred.
• Field experience required.
• Experience in offshore oil & gas, hydrocarbon storage/transport, chemical manufacturing or refining.
• Small/medium project lead experience required; large project lead preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise medium to large teams producing instrument/electrical design deliverables.
• Manage team productivity, assignments, and performance with input to hiring/dismissals.
• Interview candidates, train personnel, and deploy work techniques.
• Plan work and budgets for self and team members.
• Prepare complete design packages including preliminary, conceptual, and construction deliverables; perform engineering calculations.
• Create detailed drawings of parts and assemblies with projections and standards.
• Perform sizing and electrical load calculations (cable/conduit sizing, voltage drop).
• Develop control circuits for instrument components and relays.
• Review and optimize instrument applications and functions; verify drawings for accuracy.
• Prepare BOM, procurement lists, and specifications; implement revisions and ECOs.
• Assemble information from multiple sources and ensure compliance with standards.
• Assist with field surveys and documentation; identify cost-saving improvements.
• Interface with clients, subcontractors, and vendors; manage project scope and schedule.
• Maintain file management per standards and project budgets.
• Prepare O&M manuals and proposal sketches using CAD tools.

Skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Communication

Attention to detail

Drawing interpretation

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate’s Degree preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

PDMS

Intools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Audubon is currently seeking an I&E Design Specialist, Senior to join our Team in our Metairie, LA office. The I&E Design Specialist, Senior will perform, supervise, and manage assignments and personnel associated with designing instrument and electrical equipment, components, structures or systems.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise medium to large teams producing instrument/electrical design and/or deliverables.
• Manage associated team’s productivity, work assignments, performance with input to hiring, dismissals, and evaluations.
• Interview candidates, train personnel, and create/deploy/manage work techniques of team members.
• Plan work for self and other team members; estimate project budgets for self and other team members.
• Prepare complete design packages which may include, but not be limited to, preliminary, conceptual, and construction deliverables as well as engineering calculations.
• Prepare detailed drawings of parts and assemblies from layouts, designs and working drawings including necessary projections, sectional views and standard specifications.
• Interpret verbal or written direction to initiate a preliminary design.
• Perform sizing and electrical load calculations such as cable sizing, conduit sizing, voltage drop, and cable tray using charts and tables, as required to complete work assignments.
• Develop or assist in the development of control circuits for instrument components, logic controllers, and relays.
• Review and optimize the application and function of instruments.
• Check detailed sketches and drawings for project applicability and optimal construction.
• Check and verify accuracy of drawings prepared by others.
• Prepare parts lists, procurement lists, bills of material (BOM) and specifications when drawings are complete.
• Revise lists, drawings and BOM consistent with engineering changes.
• Implement revisions and change control per company standards at the direction of senior level designers and engineers.
• Assemble information and reference drawings from a variety of sources.
• Continually look for product improvements and cost reductions.
• Confirm specification and code compliance, equipment compatibility, and optimal cost savings.
• Assist with performing field surveys, documenting existing conditions, and/or recommending various design solutions.
• Ensure accuracy of completed drawings before final release and verify drawings meet company and industry standards.
• Check field red‑lined drawings and generate accurate as‑built drawings as needed.
• Review and assist in preparation of Operation & Maintenance (O&M) manuals.
• Assist with proposal compilation utilizing computer aided design equipment and/or graphic tools to prepare high‑level layouts and sketches.
• Utilize 2D or 3D computer aided design software to create layouts of instrument systems, devices and components, and create fabrication and assembly drawings.
• Create technical specifications to facilitate the procurement, fabrication, and installation of components.
• Create documentation required to process Engineering Change Orders (ECO).
• Utilize engineering sketches, specifications and supporting documents in the designing, detailing, documenting, and verifying of instrument parts, subassemblies, assemblies or system configurations.
• Identify dimensions, angles, curvatures, tolerances and materials necessary for optimal construction.
• Analyze the effect of proposed changes for proper fit and/or interference problems and recommend possible solutions or alternate construction options.
• Produce drawings and deliverables utilizing company standards within project‑approved schedule and budget.
• Complete man‑hour estimates for discipline specific scope of work.
• Maintain proper file management in accordance with company and industry standards.
• Interact and communicate effectively with clients, subcontractors, vendors and other consultants.
• Perform field data gathering when required to complete project deliverables within approved project scope and schedule.
• Track and maintain a continued awareness of overall schedule and budget for assigned projects.
• Actively participate in company and client hazard identification and observation programs, and immediately report any unsafe acts, conditions or incidents to your supervisor.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate’s Degree from a Technical Institution preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of technical software applied to specific discipline function.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience preferred.
• AutoCAD software experience and specialized training required.
• PDMS software experience and training preferred.
• Microsoft Office software experience preferred.
• SPI (Intools) software experience and training preferred.
• Field experience required.
• Experience in offshore oil & gas, onshore gas processing, hydrocarbon storage and transportation, chemical manufacturing or refining industry required.
• Small/Medium project lead experience required.
• Large project lead experience preferred.
• Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work related problems.
• Ability to comprehend instructions and request clarification as necessary.
• Ability to work in a team oriented environment.
• Ability to think in such a way as to produce a new concept or idea.
• Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal.
• Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Ability to read and understand drawing markups to determine drafting requirements.
• Ability to utilize conventional drafting tools and CAD software.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled