Staff Instrument & Controls Engineer - Oil, Gas & Chemical (Houston)

-; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Staff Instrument & Controls Engineer to join their dynamic team in Houston. This role involves working on cutting-edge projects within the Oil, Gas & Chemical sectors, focusing on both minor and major EPC projects. You will be responsible for creating world-class designs, preparing engineering deliverables, and leading design teams through all project phases. This position offers a unique opportunity to apply your engineering expertise in a collaborative environment, ensuring compliance with safety standards while mentoring junior engineers. If you thrive in a challenging yet rewarding setting, this is the perfect role for you.

Qualifications

• 3 years of engineering experience, preferably in consulting.
• Strong knowledge of engineering concepts and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare instrumentation engineering/design deliverables.
• Provide leadership and guidance for less experienced engineers.

Skills

Engineering Techniques

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Critical Thinking

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Master of Science in Engineering

Tools

Smart Plant Instrumentation (SPI)

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Description

Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Staff Instrument & Controls Engineer in our Houston, TX office within our Oil, Gas & Chemical Global Practice, working on minor and major scale EPC projects and serving mid-stream, refining, chemical, and renewable industries.

The Staff Instrument & Controls (I&C) Engineer will work on design teams to create world-class designs for grassroots and revamp/brownfield refining and chemical projects. As a Staff I&C Engineer, you will work with the design team throughout the Engineering/design, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) process, adapting I&C plans according to assigned budget, schedule, engineering/design standards, and client requirements. The Staff I&C Engineer will assist in providing deliverables for Front End Planning (FEP) and Detailed Design phases and support construction phase.

• Prepare instrumentation engineering/design deliverables, including Instrument Index, Instrument Data Sheets, Instrument Installation Details, Instrument Location Plans, Wiring Diagrams, and Loop Diagrams.
• Prepare control systems (DCS and/or PLC) and Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems (CEMS) Data Sheets.
• Prepare controls design deliverables, including I/O list, Process Control Narratives, Graphic Sketches, Cause & Effect Diagrams, Alarm Rationalization, and manage third-party control system suppliers to comply with the control system design requirements, including participating in Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT).
• Prepare I&C purchase specifications, review bids, make technical recommendations and manage the overall purchase, review of I&C packages, and review of vendor documentation.
• Develop P&ID's for various projects.
• Perform process measurements such as temperature, pressure, flow, level, analyzers, and control valves. Utilize knowledge of various technologies for selecting appropriate I&C application.
• Perform preliminary sizing calculations for instruments such as orifice plates, controls valves, relief valves, and thermowells.
• Develop level sketches in conjunction with multiple departments.
• Responsible for applying knowledge of commonly used I&C engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the engineering services industry.
• Provide leadership and guidance for less experienced engineers.
• Responsible for compliance with company and project site safety policies.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering or related degree from an ABET-accredited program.
• Master of Science degree in above Engineering programs or related may be substituted for 1 year experience.
• 3 years of applicable engineering experience, consulting preferred.
• Successful completion (i.e.passing) FE or EIT preferred.
• Strong knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures.
• 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).
• 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).

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

EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

Job Instrumentation & Controls Engineering

Primary Location US-TX-Houston

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time

Req ID: 251206

Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-DS #OGC