Instrumentation & Controls Engineer

BlackRock Resources•Cleveland, OH

30d•$120,000 - $130,000•Onsite

About The Position

This is more of a consultant/advisory role than a writing PLC programs. Collect and prepare data/information and perform detailed engineering calculations. Interact with design staff, senior department personnel, project management, contractors, and clients. Work on multiple projects of moderate size or portions of major projects. Design complete I&C solutions based on project scope definition. Prepare project documentation including but not limited to bills of material, calculations, data sheets, detailed drawings, specifications, technical reports, and test plans. Coordinate tasks with engineers, designers, and administrative staff. Perform technical evaluation of bids and recommend best value design which meets client requirements for operability, reliability, maintainability, and safety. Participate in safety reviews (i.e., HAZID, HAZOP). Lead field work by evaluating installations and problem-solving activities. Perform calculation checks and vendor drawing reviews. Serve as lead on single and multi-discipline projects by estimating work hours, developing scope of work, and checking drawings. Interact with other disciplines and suppliers to obtain pertinent information. Manage the scope of the project work, address scope and work changes, adjust the project deliverables as necessary, and complete the project work based on the budget and scheduled time frame. Present project information to both internal and external client audiences.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in an Engineering required.
10+ years of experience performing engineering analysis and design for instrumentation and controls systems.
Maintain active membership in professional organizations and participating in technical seminars and/or courses.
Understanding of NEC/ISA standards.
Strong skill set in understanding PFD's, P&ID's, and Cause & Effect Matrices.
Interface with DCS/PLC platforms including HMI and reporting software packages.
Control system architecture and interface solutions including configuration of switches, servers, and operator workstations.
Specifying field instrumentation and process analyzers for applications - basic process control, safety instrumented systems, fire and gas detection
Development of installation details and loop drawings.
Estimating
Working knowledge of Smart Plant Instrumentation preferred
AutoCAD.
Microsoft Office
Analytical, problem-solving, and attention to detail.
Ability to multitask and organize.
Interpersonal and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

P.E.

Responsibilities

Collect and prepare data/information and perform detailed engineering calculations.
Interact with design staff, senior department personnel, project management, contractors, and clients.
Work on multiple projects of moderate size or portions of major projects.
Design complete I&C solutions based on project scope definition.
Prepare project documentation including but not limited to bills of material, calculations, data sheets, detailed drawings, specifications, technical reports, and test plans.
Coordinate tasks with engineers, designers, and administrative staff.
Perform technical evaluation of bids and recommend best value design which meets client requirements for operability, reliability, maintainability, and safety.
Participate in safety reviews (i.e., HAZID, HAZOP).
Lead field work by evaluating installations and problem-solving activities.
Perform calculation checks and vendor drawing reviews.
Serve as lead on single and multi-discipline projects by estimating work hours, developing scope of work, and checking drawings.
Interact with other disciplines and suppliers to obtain pertinent information.
Manage the scope of the project work, address scope and work changes, adjust the project deliverables as necessary, and complete the project work based on the budget and scheduled time frame.
Present project information to both internal and external client audiences.