Instrumentation and Controls Designer

AtkinsRéalis Group; Bothell (WA); Hybrid; USD 63,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with vesting

Paid Time Off

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Snc-Lavalin in Bothell, WA is seeking an Instrumentation and Controls Designer to join our engineering team. The role involves creating I&C drawing packages, 2D/3D drafting, and 3D model placements using SmartPlant 3D, AutoCAD Plant 3D, or Revit as required.

You will work under the Lead I&C Engineer to ensure technical accuracy, support construction, and maintain ISO 9001 documentation. This is a full-time position offering growth within a multidisciplinary environment in the power/industrial

Qualifications

• AA in drafting or AS degree in Instrumentation / Industrial Automation or equivalent from a qualified technical school is required.
• Minimum two years of industrial or power plant design experience or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Complete layout of I&C drawings based on SOW/DBD and general direction.
• Drawings include wiring diagrams, location plans, instrument installation details, and loop sheets.
• Perform drafting with AutoCAD (2D/3D) or Revit per project needs and place 3D renderings in plant-wide models.
• Utilize I&C design software and catalog instrumentation information for reporting.
• Provide on-site and/or remote Instrumentation support to Construction and Start-Up personnel.
• Check vendor and other disciplines' drawings for consistency and accuracy.

Skills

Instrumentation & Controls knowledge

Drafting & design

Communication

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Mathematics

Self motivation

Education

AA in drafting

AS degree in Instrumentation/Industrial Automation

Tools

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Plant 3D

SmartPlant Suite (SPI, SPPID, SP3D)

Revit

Job description

Job Description Overview We are seeking a Instrumentation and Controls Designer to join our team in Bothell, WA. Our Engineering group in Bothell, WA USA is looking for a full-time experienced Instrumentation and Controls (I&C) Designer to join our growing team. Under the direction of the project Lead I&C Engineer, the Candidate will be responsible for technical accuracy, quality, and preparation of drawing packages within budget and schedule constraints. Prepare assignments, perform design and drafting and check the work of drafters as required. Your role Under the direction of Design Team members and/or engineers, the Employee will be expected to perform the following duties: Complete layout of I&C related engineering drawings based upon notes, sketches, vendor drawings, the Statement of Work (SOW) or Design Basis Document (DBD) and general direction. Drawings shall include, but not be limited to wiring diagrams, location plans, instrument installation details, junction box details, network architecture block diagrams, loop sheets. Perform drafting work via AutoCAD (2D and 3D) or Revit (per project requirements).Place 3D renderings of instrumentation items in the project plant wide 3D model utilizing SmartPlant 3D, AutoCAD Plant 3D, or Revit (per project requirements) to ensure correctness of location and interference checking. Utilizing Instrumentation design software, catalog instrumentation information for reporting purposes. Provide job specific instrument installation details using developed standard details as required and maintain documentation for files. Check vendor and other discipline drawings against own or other designed work for correctness. Provide information to other designers on interface requirements (i.e., equipment spacing, cable numbering, instrument numbering, control philosophy, flow element requirements, etc.). Provide material take-offs for bulk commodities from completed engineering documents. Provide on-site and/or remote project Instrumentation support to Construction and Start Up personnel. Maintain project files of previous revisions per ISO 9001 policies. Check work of other members of the design team when needed. Will require some technical and/or procedural help. Be highly motivated, proactive and show a focused approach to the tasks at hand. Perform other duties as assigned. Apply personal considerations consistent with the Company’s Core Values. Follow Company policies, design guidelines and work instructions as found on the Company’s Intranet (SharePoint).

About you The ideal Candidate should have the following skills, knowledge, qualifications, and experience (as a minimum): AA in drafting or AS degree in Instrumentation / Industrial Automation or equivalent from a qualified technical school is required. Previous experience as an Instrument and Controls Designer, with a minimum two years of industrial or power plant design experience or equivalent. Comprehensive understanding of instrument types and their installation procedures. Thorough understanding of documentation and document control procedures. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written forms. Proficient in computer software applications such as Microsoft Office. Strong understanding of mathematics, including algebra and trigonometry, is required. Strong knowledge of drafting and design standards and techniques in the area of electrical, mechanical, piping, structural or instrumentation drafting. Proficient in AutoCAD, having AutoCAD 2D and 3D training and be able to use standard AutoCAD system tools. Proficient with the SmartPlant Software Suite (SPI, SPPID, SP3D). Have a strong knowledge of standard drafting symbols. Have a strong knowledge of AutoCAD drafting standards including Paper Space / Model Space and adhering to Company drafting standards. Have a basic understanding of electronics, electricity, solid state, digital devices, programmable logic controllers (PLC), Distributed Control Systems (DCS), transmitters and transducers for temperature, level, flow, and pressure, recorders and more. Ability to interpret and understand P&IDs (Process and Instrumentation Diagrams) and incorporate into the I&C design. Have the ability to work independently with moderate supervision upon assignment of tasks. Have a positive work ethic and act in a professional manner. Have good problem solving and interpersonal skills.

Rewards & benefits

At AtkinsRéalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact. Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.

About AtkinsRéalis

We’re AtkinsRéalis, a world‑class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We’re committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people. Find out more.

Additional information Expected compensation range is between $63,000 - $104,000 annually OR $30.00 - $50.00 hourly depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

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Worker Type Employee Job Type Regular At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world‑class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.

Created by the integration of long‑standing organizations dating back to 1911, AtkinsRéalis is a world‑class engineering services and nuclear company dedicated to engineering a better future for our planet and its people. We create sustainable solutions that connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems. We deploy global capabilities locally to our clients and deliver unique end‑to‑end services across the whole life cycle of an asset including consulting, advisory & environment services, intelligent networks & cybersecurity, design & engineering, procurement, project & construction management, operations & maintenance, decommissioning and capital. The breadth and depth of our capabilities are delivered to clients in strategic sectors such as Engineering Services, Nuclear and Capital. News and information are available at Atkinsrealis or follow us on LinkedIn.