Lead Instrumentation and Controls Engineer

WSP Global • Houston, TX

83d • $98,300 - $234,700

About The Position

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Lead Instrumentation & Controls Engineer to join our team in Houston, TX. The candidate will be involved in projects with our Power Generation Team and be part of a growing organization that meets our client's objectives and solves their challenges. As one of the world's leading professional services firms, WSP now brings world-class expertise in power delivery, power generation, and project management with the recent acquisition of POWER Engineers, Inc. Our vision is to be the preeminent global consulting firm for the world's energy transition. And we need your help. With over 73,000 multidisciplinary professionals worldwide, we collaborate daily to create positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity and inclusion. In the U.S, WSP was recognized on TIME's list of the world's best companies and Fortune's Change the World list. As part of our team, you will have access to an unparalleled network of resources and endless opportunities to collaborate on exciting projects with diverse teammates from across the globe.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering.
• 7+ years of Power Generation Instrumentation and Controls experience.
• Essential Professional Licensure.
• Demonstrated effectiveness at coordinating and assertively directing subcontractors.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety.
• Ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Flexibility to a variety of schedules to meet business needs.
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities and quickly adapt to change in a pressure work environment.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience leading a group of engineers.
• Experience with power plant control systems.
• Experience with Network and SCADA Design.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite - Excel, Visio, Access, etc.

Responsibilities

• Provide instrumentation and control engineering support to client owners.
• Develop criteria and specifications for new power projects.
• Review documents generated by sub-contractors and equipment vendors.
• Report and monitor construction progress.
• Respond to questions from construction contractors.
• Develop instrumentation and control design documents for power generation projects.
• Coordinate with colleagues in other engineering disciplines on multi-discipline projects.
• Coordinate with clients, equipment vendors, and contractors on projects.
• Provide field commissioning support on project start-up efforts.
• Work independently and efficiently with little oversight.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct.
• Adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Benefits

• Medical coverage.
• Dental coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• Disability coverage.
• Life insurance.
• Retirement savings.
• Paid sick leave.
• Paid vacation (or other personal time).
• Paid parental leave.
• Paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree