Instrumentation & Controls Engineer

Stanley Consultants•Austin, TX

4d•$107,300 - $139,475•Hybrid

About The Position

Stanley Consultants is seeking a Control Systems Engineer with at least four years of direct experience to develop and lead process instrumentation and control systems tasks. Projects may include municipal water and wastewater management systems, power plants, industrial automation systems, microgrid control systems, and combined heat and power systems for utilities, universities, campuses, and industrial facilities. The position evaluates existing systems and participates in the design of plant control and instrumentation systems for varied industrial applications. Plant control systems include Distributed Control Systems and Programmable Logic Controllers. The work involves P&IDs, I/O lists, instrument data sheets, cable schedules, procurement specifications, logic and SAMA diagrams, bid evaluation, and construction support. The engineer will work closely with the site engineering group during installation and commissioning. The role also involves collecting and analyzing project information, preparing and reviewing design computations and estimates, creating project documentation and specifications, directing designers and technicians, evaluating design alternatives, coordinating with clients and project teams, and maintaining project records and quality standards. The position is hybrid and may be based in Austin, Texas; Chicago, Illinois; Denver, Colorado; Des Moines, Iowa; or Muscatine, Iowa.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university.
Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam taken and passed.
Minimum of 4 years of progressive experience in an engineering discipline.
Demonstrated experience with engineering design, analysis, and construction administration.
Experience with project coordination and multidisciplinary team collaboration.
Must be able to attain a Professional Engineer (PE) license.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) preferred.
Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Develop and lead process instrumentation and control systems tasks for applicable projects.
Evaluate existing systems and participate in the design of plant control and instrumentation systems.
Work with P&IDs, I/O lists, instrument data sheets, cable schedules, procurement specifications, logic diagrams, and SAMA diagrams.
Support bid evaluation, construction, installation, and commissioning of designed control systems, working with the site engineering group.
Collect, interpret, and analyze information from reports, drawings, tests, and other sources to support project planning and design.
Prepare and review design computations and quantity estimates in accordance with project requirements and engineering standards.
Prepare detailed project documentation, drawings, and technical specifications.
Direct designers and technicians in converting engineering designs into working drawings and ensure technical accuracy.
Evaluate design alternatives and recommend options based on technical analysis, cost-effectiveness, and project requirements.
Participate in client communications and onsite and offsite meetings regarding project details, technical requirements, and deliverable status.
Contribute to probable design cost estimates and assist with detailed project budgets.
Respond to client inquiries and requests for information in a timely, professional manner.
Maintain project documentation, including calculations, correspondence, meeting minutes, and technical memoranda.
Adhere to Stanley Consultants quality assurance and quality control standards.