Lead I&C Engineer

Bartech Staffing; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Impellam Group's PMC seeks a Lead I&C Engineer to manage all phases of project planning and execution, including DCS design, purchase, and commissioning. You will guide a matrixed team of engineers and ensure performance against scope, schedule, cost, and quality requirements.

The role requires a BS in Engineering (ABET-accredited) with 8+ years’ experience; a Master’s degree is a plus. Hybrid work model; travel possible. High emphasis on cyber security and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited BS in Engineering required; MS considered in lieu of BS.
• Minimum 8 years of engineering experience.
• Strong knowledge of cyber security and NERC CIP regulations.
• Ability to analyze and resolve complex technical problems; effective planning and scheduling.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee design, planning, and execution across project phases.
• Manage DCS equipment purchase, design, and commissioning for each project.
• Provide engineering oversight to ensure contract and design criteria compliance.
• Support interconnection design, cost estimates, schedules, and risk analysis.
• Prepare technical reports and coordinate with a matrixed team of engineers.

Skills

Cyber security

NERC CIP

Problem solving

Planning & scheduling

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

ABET-accredited BS

Master's degree

Tools

Emerson Ovation

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Job description

PMC is the Project Management and Construction group responsible for building new power generation assets and is in the early stages of the largest buildout in the company's history. As part of the broader strategy to meet rising customer demand and decarbonize the grid, PMC is actively planning and building renewable solar and bulk energy storage, new simple and combined cycle turbines, as well as developing projects for advanced nuclear, pumped storage hydro, and other emerging technologies. PMC is accountable for the development, design, construction, and commissioning of new generating facilities.

Role summary / purpose

The Lead I&C Engineer is responsible for technical management of all phases of project planning and execution to ensure project success factors are met. These include but are not limited to scope, schedule, cost, quality, environmental, safety, communications, security, and integration. The lead I&C engineer will manage the DCS purchase, design, and commissioning of the control system for each project. This position provides technical leadership and management for a matrixed team of engineers and other technical staff. The lead I&C engineer provides engineering/technical expertise and guidance in the identification, analysis and resolution of complex problems in area of expertise with the ability to visualize long-term results and assess impacts on a system-wide basis.

Key responsibilities

• Support development phase of major project scope and EPC bid package
• Support development with Transmission for interconnection design and ensure project contract documentation aligns with interconnection scope
• Support cost estimates, schedules, risk analysis, bid evaluation, and contract development
• Provide engineering oversight to ensure compliance with project requirements, contracts, and design criteria
• Participate in design reviews, drawing reviews, construction support, resolution of technical RFIs, commissioning support, and project warranty support
• Provide oversight for the construction and programming of site controls and cyber security assets
• Maintain compliance with applicable industry standards (ISA, IEEE, NFPA, NERC, etc.)
• Provide on-site engineering support for construction and commissioning of projects
• Provide engineering/technical expertise and guidance in the identification, analysis and resolution of problems of increasing scope and complexity
• Assist in the accomplishment of business goals and objectives through effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling, and monitoring of work activities
• Apply fundamental concepts, practices and procedures; demonstrate proficiency in technical and analytical competencies necessary to handle assignments of increasing complexity
• Develop positive working relationships to effectively coordinate work activities and demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills
• Prepare thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations and sketches related to defined problems and analysis
• Conduct engineering and related studies; complete non-routine engineering projects with minimal oversight and independently manage project schedules and interfaces
• Specify and procure DCS equipment, develop and review control logic and graphics, and lead hardware and software factory acceptance testing

Requirements - education & experience

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program
• Minimum of 8 years of engineering experience
• A master's degree in engineering will be considered in lieu of the B.S. Engineering degree

Required skills

• Working knowledge of Cyber Security and NERC CIP regulations
• Ability to identify, analyze and resolve complex problems
• Effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling, and monitoring capabilities

Nice-to-have / preferred skills

• Strong working knowledge of Emerson Ovation control system and Allen-Bradley PLCs
• Understanding of basic engineering theories and principles
• Understanding of basic practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, and making sound recommendations
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Hybrid - Work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period. Hybrid employees should live within a reasonable commute to their designated facility.

Travel - 5-25%

Required to wear personal protective equipment (hardhat, safety glasses, clothing, earplugs, fall protection, etc.) as needed.

Impellam Group and its brands are equal-opportunity employers committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other factor determined to be unlawful under applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application, interview process, pre-employment activity, and the performance of crucial job functions.

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