Senior Instrumentation and Controls Senior CAD Designer

About the role

This Opportunity WSP is seeking an energetic and responsive Senior Instrumentation and Controls CAD Designer for our multidisciplinary Process Infrastructure and Design team. This is a fulltime opportunity and the selected candidate can be based in the following locations: Phoenix, AZ; Salt Lake City, UT; Houston, TX; Denver, CO; and Seattle, WA.

Responsibilities

• Effectively execute Instrumentation and controls engineering designs from concept to completion with independence and minimal oversight.
• Develop detailed instrumentation deliverables, including and not limited to: Instrument loop diagrams, IO schematics, Instrument location plans, Instrument Installation details, Cable schedules, Cable routing, and tray layouts.
• Understand and implement PLC, DCS, Control Systems, SCADA, ethernet, serial, Modbus, and Fiber Optic communications.
• Develop panel layouts, General arrangement drawings, Internal panel layouts, Wiring diagrams, and interconnection diagrams for brands such as Allen Bradley, Siemens, and Schneider.
• Translate PFDs and P&IDs into detailed design packages, ensuring alignment with process requirements and project scope.
• Develop coordinated 2D and 3D designs aligned with BIM standards; AutoCAD (primary), Navisworks and Revit (3D modeling and coordination).
• Be responsible for Instrumentation and controls design work related to quantity estimation effort on project or program including direct quantity (MTO) take-off from a 3D model, 2D drawings, sketches, and historical data.
• Work cross-functionally with Electrical designers, Mechanical/process teams and participate in design reviews, interdisciplinary coordination, and constructability reviews.
• Able to work under and meet tight deadlines.
• Recognize when technical problems are developing and initiate appropriate corrective actions.
• Support lead engineers during the design phase, including standards review, collection of calculation inputs, permitting requirements, and other engineering support activities.
• Promote engineering professionalism and maintain positive relationships internally and externally.
• Provide guidance and training to entry-level drafting and design support staff.
• Remain current in latest drafting and design support knowledge, techniques, and practices.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

  Requirements

  • Technical degree/diploma/certificate or equivalent in related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • 10+ years of relevant experience supporting EPC or large multidiscipline infrastructure projects.
  • Proficient in the use of 2D/ 3D AutoCAD, Naviswork and Revit.
  • Strong proficiency in Revit, Navisworks, Bluebeam, and/or Plant3D.
  • Expertise in Design and 3D modeling for Water/Industrial/Mining plant layouts, wiring and other I&C design and details.
  • Defined ability to make technical computations and calculations involving the application of geometry and mathematical concepts, understanding plans and specifications, and making factual comparisons to the appropriate standards or regulations.
  • Analytical mindset with an ability to exercise sound judgement in evaluating situations and making decisions.
  • Critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from data collation, calculations, statistical analysis and arriving at the most effective and logical solution.
  • Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a technical and non-technical audience.
  • Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instruction, work independently, and comply with company policies.
  • Developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from data collation, calculations, statistical analysis and arriving at the most effective and logical solution.
  • Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
  • Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
  • Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

    Qualifications

    • Technical degree/diploma/certificate or equivalent in related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
    • 10+ years of relevant experience supporting EPC or large multidiscipline infrastructure projects.
    • Proficient in the use of 2D/ 3D AutoCAD, Naviswork and Revit.
    • Strong proficiency in Revit, Navisworks, Bluebeam, and/or Plant3D.
    • Expertise in Design and 3D modeling for Water/Industrial/Mining plant layouts, wiring and other I&C design and details.
    • Defined ability to make technical computations and calculations involving the application of geometry and mathematical concepts, understanding plans and specifications, and making factual comparisons to the appropriate standards or regulations.
    • Analytical mindset with an ability to exercise sound judgement in evaluating situations and making decisions.
    • Critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from data collation, calculations, statistical analysis and arriving at the most effective and logical solution.
    • Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a technical and non-technical audience.
    • Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instruction, work independently, and comply with company policies.
    • Developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from data collation, calculations, statistical analysis and arriving at the most effective and logical solution.
    • Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
    • Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
    • Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

      Skills

      • Experience with Navisworks and Autodesk.
      • Proficiency in 2D/3D modeling using REVIT and/or Autodesk.
      • Expertise in Design and 3D modeling for Water/Industrial/Mining plant layouts, wiring and other I&C design and details.
      • Defined ability to make technical computations and calculations involving the application of geometry and mathematical concepts, understanding plans and specifications, and making factual comparisons to the appropriate standards or regulations.
      • Analytical mindset with an ability to exercise sound judgement in evaluating situations and making decisions.
      • Critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from data collation, calculations, statistical analysis and arriving at the most effective and logical solution.
      • Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a technical and non-technical audience.
      • Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instruction, work independently, and comply with company policies.
      • Developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from data collation, calculations, statistical analysis and arriving at the most effective and logical solution.
      • Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
      • Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
      • Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

        Benefits

        WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

        Pay

        Expected Salary (all locations): $73,100 - $116,300

        Schedule

        Not specified

        Location

        Phoenix, AZ; Salt Lake City, UT; Houston, TX; Denver, CO and Seattle, WA. Phoenix, AZ office is preferred.