Senior Instrumentation Engineer (1153811)

The Judge Group; Claypool (AZ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Judge Group is seeking an experiencedInstrumentation Engineer in Claypool, AZ, to specify instruments, design maintenance plans, and manage instrument data sheets and BOMs. The role involves training technicians, implementing life-cycle programs, and coordinating with operations to optimize control narratives.

Candidates should hold an engineering degree with significant experience in electrical or instrumentation fields, and be proficient with various industrial communication protocols and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering with five years of relevant experience, or Master’s degree with three years in Electrical or Instrumentation engineering.
• Ability to specify and select instrumentation.
• Budget preparation, monitoring, and administration skills.
• Knowledge of multiple communication platforms and protocols: Hart, Devicenet, Modbus TCP/RTU, Ethernet-IP, Profibus DP, Profinet.
• Knowledge of network, PLC or DCS hardware and software, and HMI.
• Experience with installation, calibration, and maintenance of process instruments.

Responsibilities

• Specify and select instruments following company standards and requirements.
• Design the maintenance plan of instruments and develop spare part strategies and BOMs.
• Maintain instrument data sheets, P&IDs and PFDs.
• Provide training and guidance to technicians for installation, calibration, troubleshooting, replacement, and integration of instruments in control networks.
• Develop and implement life cycle programs for instruments, networks and I/O devices.
• Support implementation and improvements of control narratives in coordination with operations and process automation.
• May evaluate and manage contracts with vendors for services and equipment.
• Performs other duties as required.

Skills

Instrumentation specification

Budgeting

Engineering communication

Industrial protocols

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Hart

Devicenet

Modbus TCP

Modbus RTU

Ethernet/IP

Profibus DP

Profinet

PLC/DCS hardware

HMI

Job description

Location: Claypool, AZ

Salary: $100,000.00 USD Annually - $130,000.00 USD Annually

Description

Our clients' Miami smelter and rod plant is nestled just 90 miles east of Phoenix. The smelter processes copper concentrate primarily from our company’s Arizona copper mines and is the most significant source of sulfuric acid for our North American leaching operations.Arizona’s Globe-Miamihistoric mining district offers natural beauty and a rich mining heritage. The Tri-Town of Globe, Claypool and Miami offers convenient shopping locales, including Walmart, Safeway, Fry’s and other local stores. Here, our employees and their families can connect with the outdoors and enjoy the family-friendly atmosphere. Visit Globe-Miami.com to learn more.

What You Will Do

• Specify and select instruments following company standards and operational requirements.
• Design the maintenance plan of instruments. Develop spare part strategies and BOM lists.
• Maintain engineering documents including instrument data sheets, P&IDs and PFDs.
• Provide training and guidance to technicians to perform installation, calibration, troubleshooting, replacement, and integration of instruments in control networks.
• Develop and implement the life cycle program of instruments, communication networks and I/O devices following vendor recommendations and company standards.
• Support implementation and improvements of control narratives in coordination with operations and process automation to efficiently operate equipment or processes.
• May evaluate and administer contracts with vendors for the provision of services and equipment.
• Performs other duties as required.

What You Bring To Freeport

• Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate Engineering discipline from an accredited engineering program, and five (5) years related experience in engineering relevant to Electrical or Instrumentation, OR
• Master’s degree in appropriate Engineering discipline from an accredited engineering program and three (3) years related experience in engineering relevant to Electrical or Instrumentation.
• Ability to specify and select instrumentation.
• Skilled in budget preparation, monitoring and administration.
• Must be knowledgeable of multiple communication platforms and protocols including but not limited to Hart, Devicenet, Modbus TCP, Modbus RTU, Ethernet-I/P, profibus DP, profinet.
• Must be knowledgeable of network, PLC or DCS hardware and software, and Human-Machine Interface (HMI).
• Must be knowledgeable of installation, configuration, calibration and maintenance of process instruments (level, flow, density, weight, pressure, temperature, actuators, PH, metal detection, gas and others)
• Broad knowledge of the principles and practices of electronics with an understanding of mechanical and process engineering techniques.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of engineering
• Ability to research and analyze information of considerable difficulty and draw valid conclusions.
• Skill in managing large/complex engineering projects.
• Skill in effective communication, both verbal and written
• Ability to evaluate and implement new methods and techniques for operational improvement.
• Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Skill in following safety practices and recognizing hazards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Robotics, Mechatronics, Valve Maintenance
• MSHA, NFPA
• Office, Data Analysis
• Proficient with Process Instruments (level, flow, density, weight, pressure, temperature, actuators, PH, metal detection, gas and others)
• Experience in Mining industry