Instrument Design Specialist, Senior

About the Role

Audubon is seeking a Senior Instrument Design Specialist to join our Lake Charles, LA office. This role involves supervising and managing teams responsible for designing instrument equipment, components, structures, and systems.

Responsibilities

• Supervise medium to large teams producing instrument design and deliverables.
• Manage team productivity, work assignments, and performance, including input on hiring, dismissals, and evaluations.
• Interview, train, and manage work techniques of 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.
• Create detailed drawings of parts and assemblies from layouts, designs, and working drawings.
• Perform sizing and electrical load calculations (cable sizing, conduit sizing, voltage drop, cable tray).
• Develop or assist in developing control circuits for instrument components, logic controllers, and relays.
• Review and optimize instrument application and function.
• Check sketches and drawings for project applicability and optimal construction.
• Prepare parts lists, procurement lists, bills of material (BOM), and specifications.
• 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 product improvements and cost reductions.
• Assist with field surveys, document existing conditions, and recommend design solutions.
• Ensure accuracy of completed drawings before final release.
• Check field red-lined drawings and generate as-built drawings.
• Assist in preparing Operation & Maintenance (O&M) manuals.
• Utilize 2D/3D CAD software to create layouts, fabrication, and assembly drawings.
• Create technical specifications for procurement, fabrication, and installation.
• Process Engineering Change Orders (ECO) documentation.
• Analyze proposed changes for fit and interference problems; recommend solutions.
• Maintain proper file management and comply with company/industry standards.
• Interact with clients, subcontractors, vendors, and consultants.
• Perform field data gathering as required.
• Track project schedule and budget.
• Develop detailed design schedules in coordination with project teams.
• Comply with health, safety, security, and environmental (HSSE) standards.

Health, Safety, and Environmental Responsibilities

• Perform duties in a manner that protects personal and team health and safety.
• Participate in required HSE training, meetings, and reporting activities.
• Identify and report hazards, near misses, and unsafe conditions.
• Follow safe work practices and comply with regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate’s Degree from a Technical Institution preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of technical software (AutoCAD required; PDMS, SPI [Intools], Microsoft Office preferred).
• Minimum 15 years of experience preferred.
• Field experience required.
• Experience in offshore oil & gas, onshore gas processing, hydrocarbon storage, chemical manufacturing, or refining industry required.
• Small/Medium project lead experience required; Large project lead experience preferred.

Skills

• Problem-solving and proactive decision-making abilities.
• Ability to comprehend instructions and work in a team-oriented environment.
• Creative thinking and accountability.
• Proficiency in reading engineering drawings and utilizing CAD software.