Sr. I&E designer

Keystone Engineering Inc; Nassau Bay (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Keystone Engineering Inc. in Nassau Bay, TX is seeking a Sr. I&E Designer to develop and review detailed instrumentation and electrical designs for industrial projects. The role requires hands-on producing drawings, schematics, and panel layouts while coordinating with engineers and field personnel.

You will verify design inputs, perform site data collection, and ensure deliverables meet project specs, industry standards, and client requirements, with a strong emphasis on safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in instrumentation and electrical design tools and software (AutoCAD, CADWorx) and the ability to produce detailed I&E drawings and documentation.
• Strong understanding of industrial instrumentation, control systems, and electrical distribution, including field devices, panels, wiring methods, and applicable codes and standards.
• Experience coordinating with multidisciplinary engineering teams and field personnel to gather design inputs, perform site visits, and resolve technical issues.
• Ability to interpret P&IDs, single-line diagrams, and specifications, and translate them into accurate design deliverables and construction-ready documents.
• Solid organizational, communication, and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet project deadlines.
• Relevant experience in energy, refining, petrochemical, or related sectors; brownfield and greenfield projects are beneficial.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and compliance with procedures; familiarity with process safety principles.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review detailed instrumentation and electrical design packages, including drawings, schematics, cable schedules, loop diagrams, and panel layouts.
• Coordinate field walkdowns, gather site data, and incorporate design changes for constructability and accuracy.
• Support project planning, provide design input during reviews, and assist with quality checks to maintain safety and compliance.
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and other discipline designers to ensure designs meet project specifications and client requirements.

Skills

Industrial instrumentation

Electrical design

Coordination with teams

Education

Associate degree or technical diploma in Electrical Technology or Instrumentation

Tools

AutoCAD

CADWorx

Job description

Company Description

Keystone Engineering Inc., founded in 1988, delivers innovative and practical engineering solutions to clients across a wide range of industries. The company maintains a strong focus on quality, safety, cost-effectiveness, and schedule adherence, supporting projects in Energy, Refining, Petrochemical, Mining, Marine, Manufacturing, Utilities, and Renewable Energy. Keystone provides a comprehensive suite of services tailored to the specific needs of each project. Through subsidiaries such as Milestone Project Services, SIS SILverstone, Salmon & Associates, and VeraPro, Keystone also offers Construction Management, Process Safety Management, Staffing, and IT services, creating integrated solutions for complex client demands.

Role Description

The Sr. I&E Designer role is a full-time, on-site position based in Nassau Bay, TX. This role is responsible for developing and reviewing detailed instrumentation and electrical design packages, including drawings, schematics, cable schedules, loop diagrams, and panel layouts for industrial projects. The Sr. I&E Designer collaborates closely with engineers, project managers, and other discipline designers to ensure designs meet project specifications, industry standards, and client requirements. Daily responsibilities include coordinating field walkdowns, gathering site data, incorporating design changes, and ensuring constructability and accuracy of deliverables. The role also involves supporting project planning, providing design input during reviews, and assisting with quality checks to maintain high standards of safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in instrumentation and electrical design tools and software (e.g., AutoCAD, CADWorx, or similar) and the ability to produce detailed I&E drawings and documentation.
• Strong understanding of industrial instrumentation, control systems, and electrical distribution, including field devices, panels, wiring methods, and applicable codes and standards.
• Experience coordinating with multidisciplinary engineering teams and field personnel to gather design inputs, perform site visits, and resolve technical issues.
• Ability to interpret P&IDs, single-line diagrams, and specifications, and translate them into accurate design deliverables and construction-ready documents.
• Solid organizational, communication, and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet project deadlines.
• Relevant experience in industries such as energy, refining, petrochemical, or related sectors; previous work on brownfield and greenfield projects is beneficial.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and compliance with company and client procedures, including familiarity with process safety principles.
• Associate degree or technical diploma in a relevant field (e.g., Electrical Technology, Instrumentation) or equivalent experience; senior-level design experience strongly preferred.