Staff Instrument & Controls Engineer - Mission Critical

Burns & McDonnell; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell seeks an Instrumentation & Controls Engineer to participate in multi-disciplinary teams, developing and reviewing BAS/EPMS design packages for HVAC control systems and instrumentation projects. The role involves coordination with mechanical/electrical teams, drawing generation, and participation in testing and commissioning at project sites.

Requirements include ABET-accredited engineering degree with 3 years’ experience or relevant MS, proficiency with Revit and SPI, strong

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited degree required; 3 years’ engineering experience preferred.
• Master’s degree in engineering preferred with 2 years’ experience.
• Strong knowledge of standard engineering techniques and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review BAS/EPMS design packages for HVAC control systems.
• Coordinate with mechanical and electrical teams on operations sequences.
• Create wiring diagrams, P&IDs, and material lists for controls.
• Lead design reviews and ensure conformance with standards and safety.
• Support commissioning and vendor/subcontractor coordination.
• Assist in RFI responses and project planning.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Detail oriented

Problem solving

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

BS in Electrical/Mechanical/Chemical Engineering

MS in Engineering (preferred)

Tools

Revit

SPI Smart Plant instrumentation

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description Burns & McDonnell is a company comprised of more than 14,000 engineers, architects, construction professionals, scientists, consultants, and entrepreneurs with offices across the country and throughout the world. Burns & McDonnell’s Mission Critical team was ranked #1 by the ENR in 2023. We have exciting opportunities for those interested in growing their careers in one of the most fast-paced, innovative sectors of high-tech building design and construction. Project focus would be mission-critical data center projects. This opportunity hires directly into our Mission Critical team and into a multibillion-dollar industry that is growing exponentially. Data Centers are an aggressive market for Burns & McDonnell and are highlighted by several priority articles on our site. Mission Critical is an international practice for Burns & McDonnell involving exciting, collaborative work across many departments.

The Staff Instrument & Controls Engineer will participate on both multi-disciplinary and controls-specific engineering teams to develop and review Building Automation Engineering design packages, perform calculations and develop engineering solutions in support of capital and retrofit projects in a variety of locations. Work duties can consist of any of the following depending on client, project, and consultant role:

• Assists in development of design drawings and specifications for design of primarily HVAC control systems and EPMS, for both PLC-based systems and DDC-based systems (System is client-specific).

• Coordinate with mechanical and electrical design teams to develop Sequences of Operations and Point Lists for HVAC control and electrical monitoring of equipment and systems.

• Create engineering drawings for control panel and field wiring designs including installation details, bill of material, and P&IDs

• Manage quality reviews of project submittals.

• Evaluate technical bids and managing vendor and subconsultant contracts.

• Review and approving of vendor and subconsultant drawings, including Sequences of Operation, Points Lists, Engineering Drawings, Bill of Materials, Graphics, and Test Scripts.

• Participate in Software Bench Tests, Software Factory Acceptance Tests, and Equipment Factory Witness Tests.

• Provide technical assistance during commissioning at project site.

• Ensure compliance with company and site safety policies.

• Facilitate multi-consultant and Owner meetings for design changes and implementation.

• Lead production of engineering drawings using Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD Electrical, or ePlan

• Supports RFI responses and associated work plans.

• Ensures adherence to client and industry standards and applies client or industry standards, guidelines, specifications, practices and procedures in preparing designs.

• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program required and 3 years of applicable engineering experience/consulting preferred.

• Master Degree in above Engineering programs or related and 2 years of applicable engineering experience, consulting preferred.

• Strong knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures.

• Minimum 2 years of either Building Automation System (BAS) or mechanical HVAC engineering experience preferred

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills.

• Proficient in standard engineering techniques and procedures.

• Proficient in Smart Plant instrumentation (SPI) in the development of instrument datasheets

• Strong computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite)

• Revit experience preferred

• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills.

• Must have or be able to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC).

• Engineers in Training-EIT Certification Preferred.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Job Instrumentation & Controls Engineering

Primary Location US-TX-Dallas

Other Locations US-TX-Fort Worth

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time

Req ID: 261094

Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-EH #GFS