E&I Engineer

Valar Atomics • Hawthorne, CA

93d

About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Engineer to support the design, installation, and maintenance of power and control systems in our plant. The E&I Engineer will be responsible for ensuring reliable operation of electrical distribution equipment, instrumentation loops, and control systems, while maintaining compliance with applicable codes, standards, and safety practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, or related field.
• 3–8 years of relevant experience in process plants (oil & gas, petrochemical, power generation, chemical, or related industries).
• Strong knowledge of low-voltage power distribution, instrumentation systems, PLC/DCS control, and industrial communication protocols.
• Proficiency in engineering software tools (e.g., AutoCAD, EPLAN, ETAP, or similar).
• Familiarity with control philosophies, loop tuning, and process safety systems is an advantage.

Nice To Haves

• Strong understanding of electrical and control system design.
• Ability to read and develop P&IDs, wiring diagrams, and control narratives.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review single-line diagrams, loop diagrams, wiring schematics, cable schedules, and I/O lists.
• Specify, size, and select cables, conduit, control panels, junction boxes, instruments, and protective devices.
• Ensure proper grounding, shielding, and segregation of power and control wiring.
• Prepare and review technical specifications, datasheets, and equipment requisitions.
• Support installation, testing, and commissioning of electrical and instrumentation systems.
• Coordinate with contractors and construction teams to ensure correct implementation of drawings and standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve field issues related to power, instrumentation, or control systems.
• Interface with automation engineers to ensure seamless integration with PLCs/DCS/SCADA systems.
• Provide ongoing support for the operation of motors, drives, switchgear, MCCs, UPS systems, transmitters, analyzers, and control valves.
• Develop and execute maintenance procedures, calibration plans, and reliability improvements.
• Ensure documentation (as-built drawings, test reports, loop checks) is accurate and up to date.
• Ensure compliance with NEC/IEC, ISA, IEEE, NFPA, OSHA and company-specific standards.
• Contribute to hazard and operability (HAZOP), SIL/LOPA, and risk assessments.
• Champion safe work practices for electrical and instrumentation activities.

Benefits

• 401k
• health_insurance
• dental_insurance
• vision_insurance
• paid_holidays
• tuition_reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree