I&E Design Specialist Senior

Audubon is seeking an I&E Design Specialist, Senior to join our team in Metairie, LA.

Responsibilities

• Supervise medium to large teams producing instrument/electrical design and/or deliverables.
• Manage team productivity, work assignments, performance, and provide input on hiring, dismissals, and evaluations.
• Interview candidates, train personnel, and create/deploy/manage work techniques for team members.
• Plan work for self and team members; estimate project budgets.
• Prepare complete design packages, including preliminary, conceptual, and construction deliverables, as well as engineering calculations.
• Prepare detailed drawings of parts and assemblies from layouts, designs, and working drawings, including projections, sectional views, and standard specifications.
• Interpret verbal or written direction to initiate preliminary designs.
• Perform sizing and electrical load calculations (e.g., cable sizing, conduit sizing, voltage drop, cable tray) using charts and tables.
• Develop or assist in developing control circuits for instrument components, logic controllers, and relays.
• Review and optimize the application and function of instruments.
• Check detailed sketches and drawings for project applicability and optimal construction.
• Verify accuracy of drawings prepared by others.
• Prepare parts lists, procurement lists, bills of material (BOM), and specifications upon completion of drawings.
• Revise lists, drawings, and BOMs consistent with engineering changes.
• Implement revisions and change control per company standards.
• Assemble information and reference drawings from various sources.
• Identify opportunities for product improvements and cost reductions.
• Confirm specification and code compliance, equipment compatibility, and cost savings.
• Assist with field surveys, document existing conditions, and recommend design solutions.
• Ensure accuracy of completed drawings before final release and verify compliance with company and industry standards.
• Check field red-lined drawings and generate accurate as-built drawings as needed.
• Review and assist in preparing Operation & Maintenance (O&M) manuals.
• Assist with proposal compilation using computer-aided design equipment and/or graphic tools.
• Utilize 2D or 3D CAD software to create layouts of instrument systems, devices, and components, and generate fabrication and assembly drawings.
• Create technical specifications for procurement, fabrication, and installation of components.
• Create documentation for Engineering Change Orders (ECO).
• Use engineering sketches, specifications, and supporting documents to design, detail, document, and verify instrument parts, subassemblies, assemblies, or system configurations.
• Identify dimensions, angles, curvatures, tolerances, and materials for optimal construction.
• Analyze proposed changes for fit and interference problems and recommend solutions or alternate construction options.
• Produce drawings and deliverables per company standards within project-approved schedule and budget.
• Complete man-hour estimates for discipline-specific scope of work.
• Maintain proper file management in accordance with company and industry standards.
• Interact and communicate effectively with clients, subcontractors, vendors, and consultants.
• Perform field data gathering to complete project deliverables within approved scope and schedule.
• Track and maintain awareness of overall schedule and budget for assigned projects.
• Actively participate in company and client hazard identification and observation programs; report unsafe acts, conditions, or incidents.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate’s Degree from a Technical Institution preferred.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of technical software applied to discipline-specific functions.
• AutoCAD software experience and specialized training required.
• PDMS software experience and training preferred.
• Microsoft Office software experience preferred.
• SPI (Intools) software experience and training preferred.
• Field experience required.
• Experience in offshore oil & gas, onshore gas processing, hydrocarbon storage and transportation, chemical manufacturing, or refining industry required.
• Small/Medium project lead experience required; Large project lead experience preferred.

Skills

• Ability to find solutions for or proactively address work-related problems.
• Ability to comprehend instructions and request clarification as needed.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to think creatively to produce new concepts or ideas.
• Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve problems or reach goals.
• Ability to accept responsibility and be accountable for actions.
• Ability to read and understand drawing markups to determine drafting requirements.
• Ability to utilize conventional drafting tools and CAD software.