Senior Instrumentation and Controls Engineer
Role Overview
WSP is seeking a Senior Instrumentation and Controls (I&C) Engineer for its Process Infrastructure and Design team. The team works on diverse projects in Environmental Infrastructure, Oil & Gas, mining, industrial facilities, water and waste water industries, landfills, and contaminated soil sites. The role offers opportunities for growth in a dynamic and collaborative environment.
About the Role
The ideal candidate will develop I&C design documents, communicate effectively, and mentor junior team members. They will also participate in client and project review meetings, prepare technical bids, and manage project budgets and schedules.
Responsibilities
- Develop and review design drawings, technical specifications, and design basis calculations
- Communicate clearly and promptly with clients, suppliers, and other engineering disciplines
- Mentor junior team members in technical excellence and career growth
- Review instrument and control systems vendor drawings and interface with suppliers
- Prepare and review control deliverables such as Control Narratives, Cause and Effect diagrams, System Architecture Diagrams, Instrument Location Layouts, Installation Details, Wiring & Interconnection Diagrams, PLC Layouts, and Loop Drawings
- Prepare and review instrument datasheets, I/O lists, instrument selection, and hazardous area classification
- Configure and develop programming for controls equipment, including PLCs, HMIs, DCS Systems, SCADA, etc.
- Participate in client and project review meetings
- Prepare technical bid evaluations and attend FATs
- Collaborate with project management/engineering disciplines to develop project budgets, schedules, scoping documents, and design criteria
- Promote engineering professionalism and maintain positive relationships internally and externally
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering (or related field) from ABET accredited program
- Advanced knowledge of Instrumentation Engineering
- Advanced knowledge of applicable design standards governing corresponding design work, such as API, NFPA, ISA, PIP, IEC, IEEE, ISO, NACE, NESC
- Strong written and verbal communication and people management skills
- Strong understanding of Field instrumentation and control systems
- Strong understanding of control systems (PLC, DCS) and industrial networking protocols
- Demonstrate advanced ability to work with others in supplying information and seeking assistance as necessary
- A team player attitude and ability to work with multiple projects
- Must pass background check
Desired Qualifications
- Professional Engineer (PE) registration, or the ability to secure this registration within twelve (12) months of hire
- Master of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering (or related field) from ABET accredited program
- Design-Build project execution experience
- Lead the design and specification of field instrumentation, control valves, and analyzers for oil & gas, mining, heavy industries, water industries, and process facilities
- AutoCAD, Revit, and other design program competence
Benefits
WSP offers a flexible workplace model, comprehensive benefits, and a commitment to employee growth and professional development. The company is dedicated to serving local communities and providing innovative solutions in various sectors.
Pay
Details about pay are not specified in the job posting.
Schedule
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