Sr. Instrumentation Engineer

Brindley Engineering Corporation; Lisle (IL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Paid holidays

Parental leave

PTO

Job summary

Brindley Engineering Corporation seeks a senior instrumentation engineer to review client requirements, design instrumentation solutions, and size process instrumentation including control valves. The role requires DCS/PLC experience and the ability to manage multiple projects while mentoring junior engineers.

The candidate will lead proposals, engage in client meetings, and deliver instrument design solutions, including vendor interactions and field support during outages and turnarounds.

Qualifications

• BSc in Instrumentation, Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical engineering.
• Minimum 10+ years of instrumentation experience.
• Professional Engineer preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare instrumentation proposals based on client RFQ’s and standards
• Lead instrument projects and manage client technical meetings and presentations
• Develop and manage instrumentation design solutions and deliverables
• Lead selection and sizing of process instrumentation and interface with instrument vendors
• Lead field and technical evaluations of instrumentation projects
• Provide technical support for field execution, including outage/turnaround projects

Skills

DCS/PLC systems

ISA standards

API standards

ASME instrumentation standards

Project leadership

Team mentoring

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Instrumentation, Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical Engineering

Tools

SPI sizing software

Vendor sizing software

Job description

The sr. instrumentation engineer is responsible for reviewing client requirements and standards for new or updated process instrumentation and developing instrumentation solutions to include detailed designs, specifications and sizing of process instrumentation, including control valves and on/off automated valves. Must be experienced with DCS and PLC systems. Must be capable of managing multiple projects and mentoring intermediate and junior instrument engineers.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

• Prepare instrumentation proposals based on client RFQ’s and standards
• Lead instrument projects and manage client technical meetings and presentations
• Develop and manage instrumentation design solutions and deliverables
• Lead selection and sizing of process instrumentation and interface with instrument vendors
• Lead field and technical evaluations of instrumentation projects
• Provide technical support for field execution, including outage/turnaround projects

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: BSc in Instrument, Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical) Engineering

Experience: Min Yr = 10+

Licensure: P.E. Preferred

Technical Skills: Knowledge of ISA, API, and ASME instrumentation standards

Knowledge of SPI and instrument vendor sizing software

Management: Experience mentoring and leading teams required

Other Skills: Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills

Professional Development Opportunities:

• Assist with developing instrument group standards and work process
• Assist with Developing instrument group deliverables and technologies to generate them
• Field evaluations, RCFA, modeling & calculations
• Development of training and mentoring platforms for internal team growth
• Development of subject matter expertise in multiple areas

Individual field assignments typically each have their own unique requirements. Prior to deployment on any field assignment, you must be able to meet all client-specific site requirements. Should you be unable or unwilling to meet assignment-specific requirements, your continued employment would then be subject to the availability of other assignments whose requirements can be met. These unique requirements may include:

• You must possess physical mobility (on the ground and at heights).
• You may be required to pick up, lift, carry, and move up to 50 lbs.
• You may be required to work at heights, climb ladders and stairways, and may occasionally work off platforms/scaffolding/ladders using the appropriate and required fall protection.
• You must be able to work in all weather conditions (including heat, rain, cold, and wind) while wearing the appropriate PPE. This may include but not be limited to a hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs, masks/respirators, hi-vis safety vests, leather gloves, and leather, steel-toed work boots.
• You may be required to position yourself to work in confined spaces
• You may be required to adhere to a client’s random drug testing program prior to entering their site.
• You may be required to meet a client’s facial hair safety policy prior to entering their site.

Pay Range:

$140,000 - $185,000 annually

The above pay range represents a general guideline; however, Brindley considers several factors when determining base salary that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to the candidate's depth of experience, skill set, certifications, specific work location, and current market conditions. Employees may be eligible for discretionary bonus and/or other applicable incentive compensation plans in addition to base pay to reward individual contributions and allow employees to share in company results.

In addition, BE provides a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees, including health, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, 401(k) savings plan with employer matching, company paid holidays, paid parental leave, compensatory time off, and paid time off (PTO). Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

Brindley Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

BE participates in E-Verify. For additional information regarding E-Verify, please go to www.e-verify.gov.