Instrumentation Designer IV

Quanta Power Solutions, LLC•Hoover, AL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Quanta Power Solutions is seeking a highly experienced Instrumentation Designer IV to lead the development of complex instrumentation and control system designs for power generation, renewable energy, battery energy storage systems (BESS), data centers, substations, transmission, and industrial infrastructure projects. This senior-level design position is responsible for independently executing advanced design assignments, coordinating multidisciplinary project efforts, and serving as a technical resource for engineers, designers, and project teams throughout Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) project execution. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in instrumentation design, industrial control systems, and 3D modeling, with a proven ability to develop complex construction packages and support large-scale industrial and power generation projects.

Requirements

Associate degree in Drafting Technology, Engineering Technology, Instrumentation Technology, or related technical discipline.
Minimum 8–10 years of instrumentation design experience within industrial, utility, power generation, renewable energy, data center, or EPC environments.
Extensive experience supporting multidisciplinary engineering and construction projects.
Advanced Knowledge Of: Industrial instrumentation systems and installation practices, Instrument loop design and control system interfaces, Instrumentation symbols, standards, and drafting conventions, Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), PLC, DCS, SCADA, and HMI systems, Instrument cable routing, raceways, and wiring practices, Industrial construction and commissioning procedures.
Plant 3D.
Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
Familiarity With: ISA standards, NEC requirements, IEEE standards, Industrial automation standards, EPC project execution and construction practices.
Strong technical leadership and decision-making abilities.
Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Advanced organizational and project coordination capabilities.
Ability to work independently on complex assignments.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Ability to mentor junior designers and support multidisciplinary teams.
Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Nice To Haves

Experience with large-scale industrial facilities, power plants, substations, battery storage facilities, or mission-critical infrastructure preferred.
SmartPlant Instrumentation.
Aveva Instrumentation.
BIM coordination platforms.
Electronic document management systems.
Digital engineering workflows.

Responsibilities

Independently lead the development of instrumentation and control system design deliverables for complex EPC projects.
Prepare, review, and coordinate: Instrument location plans, Instrument installation details, Loop diagrams, Wiring and interconnection diagrams, Junction box layouts, Instrument cable schedules, Instrument indexes and I/O schedules, Control panel, PLC, and marshalling cabinet layouts, Instrument raceway and cable routing drawings, P&ID markups and revisions, Control system interface drawings, Construction work packages.
Interpret engineering specifications, vendor documentation, client requirements, and industry standards to develop complete design solutions.
Ensure instrumentation designs support constructability, operability, maintainability, and safety requirements.
Develop and maintain advanced instrumentation models utilizing AutoCAD, Revit, Plant 3D, Navisworks, and other design platforms.
Lead instrumentation design coordination within 3D models and BIM environments.
Perform clash detection reviews and coordinate design resolutions with other disciplines.
Support development of digital engineering and model-based design deliverables.
Ensure consistency and compliance with company design standards and project requirements.
Lead design support for: Pressure, temperature, flow, and level instrumentation, Analytical instrumentation systems, Control valve installations, Instrument air systems, PLC, DCS, SCADA, and HMI interfaces, Process automation systems, Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS), Industrial communication networks.
Coordinate instrumentation layouts with equipment vendors and engineering teams.
Develop material take-offs (MTOs), quantity estimates, and procurement support documentation.
Lead instrumentation design efforts throughout conceptual design, detailed engineering, procurement, construction, startup, and commissioning phases.
Support project planning, scheduling, and execution activities.
Monitor assigned deliverables to ensure quality, schedule, and budget objectives are achieved.
Participate in project meetings, client reviews, and technical coordination sessions.
Identify and communicate design risks, scope changes, and technical challenges.
Coordinate instrumentation design activities with electrical, mechanical, process, civil, structural, architectural, and construction teams.
Lead interdisciplinary design reviews and constructability assessments.
Resolve complex design interface issues and drawing conflicts.
Ensure instrumentation systems are effectively integrated into overall facility operations and layouts.
Conduct field verification activities and site walkdowns.
Support construction teams with design clarifications and technical assistance.
Respond to Requests for Information (RFIs) and field design issues.
Review field modifications and incorporate as-built changes into project documentation.
Support startup and commissioning activities through design reviews and troubleshooting assistance.
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to Instrumentation Designer I, II, and III personnel.
Review design deliverables for quality, accuracy, and compliance with standards.
Assist engineers with design development and constructability reviews.
Support training, onboarding, and development of junior team members.
Promote continuous improvement, innovation, and engineering excellence.
Ensure compliance with company engineering procedures, drafting standards, and project specifications.
Perform quality reviews and technical checks of instrumentation design packages.
Maintain project documentation, revision control, and design records.
Support quality assurance and quality control initiatives.
Participate in lessons learned and process improvement programs.