Instrumentation and Controls Designer

AtkinsRéalis•Bothell, WA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a full-time, experienced Instrumentation and Controls (I&C) Designer for its Engineering group in Bothell, Washington. Under the direction of the project Lead I&C Engineer and other design team members or engineers, the designer is responsible for the technical accuracy and quality of drawing packages and for preparing them within budget and schedule constraints. The role includes preparing assignments, performing design and drafting, and checking other drafters’ work as needed. The designer develops I&C engineering drawings from notes, sketches, vendor drawings, statements of work, design basis documents, and general direction. Drawings may include wiring diagrams, location plans, instrument installation details, junction box details, network architecture block diagrams, and loop sheets. Work uses AutoCAD (2D and 3D), Revit, and project-required 3D modeling or instrumentation design software. The role also supports construction and startup personnel, maintains project documentation and revision files in accordance with ISO 9001 policies, and coordinates design interfaces with other disciplines. The position requires an associate-level technical qualification or equivalent, at least two years of relevant industrial or power plant design experience, and proficiency with drafting and design tools and standards. The candidate should be motivated, professional, able to solve problems, communicate effectively, and work independently with moderate supervision after receiving assignments.

Requirements

Associate degree in drafting, an Associate of Science degree in Instrumentation or Industrial Automation, or an equivalent qualification from a qualified technical school.
At least two years of industrial or power plant design experience, or equivalent, as an Instrument and Controls Designer.
Comprehensive understanding of instrument types and their installation procedures.
Thorough understanding of documentation and document control procedures.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Proficiency with computer software applications such as Microsoft Office.
Strong understanding of mathematics, including algebra and trigonometry.
Strong knowledge of drafting and design standards and techniques in electrical, mechanical, piping, structural, or instrumentation drafting.
Proficiency in AutoCAD, including 2D and 3D training and use of standard AutoCAD system tools.
Strong knowledge of SmartPlant Software Suite applications, including SPI, SPPID, and SP3D.
Strong knowledge of standard drafting symbols and AutoCAD drafting standards, including Paper Space and Model Space, and ability to adhere to company drafting standards.
Basic understanding of electronics, electricity, solid-state and digital devices, PLCs, DCS, transmitters and transducers for temperature, level, flow, and pressure, and recorders.
Ability to interpret P&IDs and incorporate them into I&C design.
Ability to work independently with moderate supervision after assignment of tasks.
Positive work ethic and professional conduct.
Good problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
Highly motivated, proactive, and focused approach to assigned tasks.

Responsibilities

Prepare I&C engineering drawing layouts based on notes, sketches, vendor drawings, the Statement of Work, Design Basis Documents, or general direction.
Prepare drawings including wiring diagrams, location plans, instrument installation details, junction box details, network architecture block diagrams, and loop sheets.
Perform drafting using AutoCAD (2D and 3D) or Revit, as required by the project.
Place 3D instrumentation renderings in plant-wide project models using SmartPlant 3D, AutoCAD Plant 3D, or Revit, and check location correctness and interferences.
Use instrumentation design software to catalog instrumentation information for reporting.
Prepare job-specific instrument installation details using developed standard details and maintain documentation files.
Check vendor and other-discipline drawings against the designer’s own or other designed work for correctness.
Provide other designers with interface information, such as equipment spacing, cable and instrument numbering, control philosophy, and flow-element requirements.
Prepare material take-offs for bulk commodities from completed engineering documents.
Provide on-site and/or remote instrumentation support to construction and startup personnel.
Maintain project files and previous revisions in accordance with ISO 9001 policies.
Check the work of other design team members when needed.
Follow company policies, design guidelines, work instructions, and core values.
Perform other duties as assigned.