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

Burns & McDonnell; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Staff Instrument & Controls Engineer, where your expertise in instrumentation and control systems will be put to the test. In this dynamic role, you will collaborate with a talented team to perform detailed engineering tasks, develop specifications, and support construction and commissioning activities. Your analytical and problem-solving skills will be essential as you interface with clients and vendors to ensure timely project delivery. With opportunities for growth and a commitment to safety, this position is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in the Oil, Gas & Chemical sector.

Qualifications

• 3 years related experience or a master's degree may substitute for one year of experience.
• Proficient in instrumentation and control systems (PLC/DCS).

Responsibilities

• Prepare specifications and bid packages for instruments and control systems.
• Develop I/O lists, cause & effect diagrams, and control narratives.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Engineer-In-Training (EIT) Certification

Tools

SmartPlant Instrumentation (SPI)

MS-Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Access

Job description

Description

Burns & McDonnell is seeking to hire a Staff Instrument & Controls (I&C) Engineer in our Kansas City, MO office within our Oil, Gas & Chemical Global Practice. As an I&C engineer, you will work with a team of I&C engineers and designers, and other disciplines, to perform detail engineering, including front-end planning work, develop I&C quantities and cost estimation, conduct conceptual studies, perform technical quality reviews, attend Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), and support construction & commissioning activities. You will work under the direct supervision of an I&C lead or independently on smaller projects or standalone activities.

Responsibilities

• Knowledge of instrumentation and control systems (PLC/DCS) is required.
• Prepare instruments and control system specifications, instrument inquiry/bid packages, technical bid summaries, and purchase recommendations.
• Conduct review of instrument and control systems vendor drawings and data. Interface with suppliers, clients, other engineering disciplines, and detailers/designers.
• Participate in the development of P&ID's and equipment/construction subcontract package specifications.
• Develop instrument index, I/O list, cause & effect and logic diagrams, and control narratives.
• Work with Burns & McDonnell India (BMI) I&C team and other disciplines to produce I&C engineering and design deliverables.
• Work with clients and vendors for information required to complete engineering design deliverables on schedule and build long working relationships.
• Interface and support construction personnel directly from the office and support construction and pre-commissioning activities in the field, as required.
• Work with SmartPlant Instrumentation (SPI) and other smart tools to produce engineering and design deliverables.
• Able to support construction and startup & commissioning activities in the field, as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Chemical Engineering from an accredited program required.
• Engineer-In-Training (EIT) Certification recommended.
• 3 years related experience. Completion of a master's degree in a related field may be substituted for one year of experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to clearly communicate both verbal and written technical information.
• Must be proficient in the use of computer software (i.e., MS-Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access).
• Valid driver's license required. Must meet standards to qualify for and maintain the Company's vehicle driving privileges as outlined in the Company's Motor Vehicle Safety Policy.
• Must be willing and able to obtain or currently hold a valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (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-MO-Kansas City

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 25% of the Time

Req ID: 250458

Job Hire Type: Experienced #LI-DS #OGC