Instrument Engineer, Senior

Audubon Companies•Metairie, LA

8h•Onsite

About The Position

Audubon is seeking a Senior Instrument Engineer for its Metairie, Louisiana office. The role performs instrument engineering assignments related to the design of equipment, components, structures, and systems. The engineer prepares and reviews engineering specifications, sketches, calculations, analysis models, drawings, and design packages; supports equipment procurement and vendor inspections; and coordinates with clients, subcontractors, vendors, consultants, and drafting/design teams. The position also involves evaluating project feasibility, managing discipline-specific scope, budgets, schedules, resources, risks, and client relationships, and may include leading medium- to large-scope multidisciplinary projects. The engineer must follow company and client quality, health, safety, security, and environmental requirements and may serve as Engineer in Responsible Charge when assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required.
Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve problems or reach goals.
Ability to proactively find solutions to work-related problems.
Ability to comprehend instructions and request clarification as necessary.
Ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to organize and direct a project to completion.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree from an ABET-accredited institution preferred.
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering preferred.
Engineer in Training (EIT) certification preferred.
Field experience preferred.
Industry experience preferred.
At least 12 years of experience preferred.
Experience leading medium- or large-scale multidisciplinary projects preferred.
Experience with Smart Plant Instrumentation (SPI), Control Valve Sizing, Meter Sizing, and Relief Valve Sizing software preferred.
Working knowledge of the design of instrumented control and safety systems preferred.
Working knowledge of instrument and electrical design codes, including ISA, NEC, and API, preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare intermediate- to advanced-level project specifications detailing client performance requirements, component needs, design requirements, applicable codes, and vendor drawing requirements.
Prepare engineering sketches, calculations, and analysis models for complex project assignments.
Review and/or approve vendor drawings for compliance with project specifications.
Communicate and coordinate effectively with clients, subcontractors, vendors, consultants, and drafting/design groups.
Set realistic project expectations and ensure assignments are completed on schedule and within budget.
Follow company quality standards and engineering checking and approval procedures.
Comply with company and client HSSE standards and applicable federal and local HSSE regulations; participate in hazard identification and observation programs and promptly report unsafe acts, conditions, or incidents.
Visit job sites to evaluate site conditions and project requirements, and visit vendor facilities to inspect equipment for compliance with requirements and specifications.
Prepare inquiry and purchase requisitions and bid tabulations for equipment purchases.
Check engineering drawings and mathematical calculations.
Apply safe design practices and identify cost-saving opportunities.
Plan and manage workload, budgets, project resources, man-hour requirements, and schedules; request assistance as needed.
Develop, review, and/or approve conceptual and detailed engineering design packages.
Assist in developing internal design guidelines, specifications, and design control procedures.
Assess project feasibility, including materials, costs, time requirements, construction costs, regulations, environmental hazards, and other risks.
Perform complex and repetitive calculations and analyze strategies, equations, and applications to ensure appropriate procedures are used.
Prepare or direct the preparation and modification of reports, specifications, plans, and construction schedules.
Resolve design and development issues.
Manage client relationships and develop repeat business opportunities.
Compile discipline-specific man-hour and Total Installed Cost estimates based on client-provided scope.
Undertake risk-management initiatives and appropriate measures to address project risks.
Conduct technical and feasibility studies, including site investigations.
May lead medium- to large-scope multidisciplinary projects and manage daily workflow, delegate assignments, distribute workload, establish deadlines, and report work completion to the immediate supervisor.
Provide feedback to the immediate supervisor regarding coworker performance and work-related issues, including issues that may lead to disciplinary action.
Advise and assist coworkers with work techniques, best practices, and subject-matter expertise.
Serve as Engineer in Responsible Charge when assigned and comply with PE sealing requirements applicable to assigned projects.