Designer – Instrumentation, Electrical, & Controls

Northstar Energy Services•Houston, TX

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About The Position

NorthStar Energy Services is seeking an experienced, technically strong Designer to join its Professional Engineering Consulting team in Arlington or Houston, Texas. The role provides hands-on leadership for complex deliverables and supports project execution under the direction of the Design Supervisor and Engineering Manager. The Designer develops electrical and instrumentation (I&E) designs and construction-ready documentation for industrial facilities. The work includes locating equipment in 3D models, designing power distribution and control systems, interpreting process and instrumentation diagrams, producing installation drawings and diagrams, and maintaining project documentation. The Designer also coordinates with engineers and multidisciplinary teams, reviews deliverables and vendor drawings, conducts independent quality reviews, and supports Professional Engineers during design and permitting activities. NorthStar Energy Services, a Quanta Services company, provides engineering, design, procurement, construction, and support services to industrial sectors including chemical, petrochemical, pipeline, oil and gas, bulk storage, and terminals. The company describes a focus on inclusion, career development, and recognizing employee contributions. The position requires an in-person, computer-based assessment for all qualified candidates.

Requirements

Associate or bachelor's degree in a relevant technical discipline.
At least 10 years of experience in power distribution or controls systems design.
At least 8 years of current experience with AutoCAD, CADWorx, Navisworks, and Microsoft Office.
Detailed knowledge of applicable codes and current standards, including the National Electrical Code (NEC), ANSI/ISA-5.1-2022, and API-RP500.
Ability to independently research and interpret equipment data, vendor documentation, and technical references.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to collaborate effectively with designers, engineers, project managers, and external stakeholders.
Completion of an in-person, computer-based assessment is required for qualified candidates.

Responsibilities

Develop and locate electrical and instrumentation equipment within 3D models using AutoCAD, CADWorx, and Navisworks, coordinating with engineers and multidisciplinary design teams.
Design site-specific power distribution and control systems to company, client, and applicable industry standards for integration into new or existing facilities.
Interpret Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs) and Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) to establish project scope and design requirements.
Prepare design drawings and concept sketches for construction execution, change orders, cost estimates, and field activities.
Generate and maintain project documentation, including status reports, punch lists, as-built sketches, and material quantity calculations.
Develop orthographic plans and layout drawings from 2D and 3D models for power and control system installation, including hazardous area classification, conduit routing, cable tray, grounding, and instrument locations.
Produce detailed installation drawings for electrical and instrumentation equipment.
Size cabinets, panelboards, cables, cable tray, and conduit according to applicable codes, project scope, and vendor data.
Prepare one-line, wiring, and loop diagrams for power and control systems.
Apply established quality-control processes and checklists, taking ownership and accountability for completed work.
Research, review, and apply company standards, municipal requirements, and applicable regulatory codes.
Perform independent QA/QC reviews of I&E design deliverables.
Verify that structural and site-development layouts align with overall project design intent.
Support Professional Engineers during design, including standards review, collection of calculation inputs, permitting requirements, and other engineering support activities.
Coordinate I&E design requirements with multidisciplinary project teams and review other disciplines' drawings for coordination and consistency with I&E systems.
Review and respond to Requests for Information (RFIs) throughout the project lifecycle.
Review third-party vendor drawings to confirm compatibility with the intended I&E design.