INSTRUMENTATION ENGINEER at Gulf Interstate Engineering Company

Houston, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

05 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Engineering Calculations, Technical Bid Evaluations, P&ID Review, PFD Review, Network Architecture, Instrument Index Creation, I/O List Preparation, Layout Preparation, Requisition Preparation, Factory Acceptance Testing, SCADA Systems, Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS), Basic Process Control Systems (BPCS), Communication Skills, Organizational Skills

Industry

Oil and Gas

Description

Description Position Title: Instrumentation Engineer Location: Houston, TX Gulf Companies has served the global energy industry since 1953 by supporting the complete project lifecycle and developing valued business partnerships to ensure the success of the project. Our worldwide experience and multi-disciplined capabilities encompass all aspects of the Engineering, Procurement, Construction Management, Field Inspection, GIS Integrity, Staffing Services and more. Position Description The Instrumentation Engineer is expected to be able to perform routine engineering functions with little supervision. Work is reviewed by a senior level engineer for accomplishment of objectives. Assist in the preparation of requisitions for inquiry and purchase of equipment, and materials. Prepares technical bid evaluations for equipment, materials, bulk material and subcontracts in cooperation with the Procurement Department. Observes factory acceptance testing of equipment in cooperation with the Lead Engineer. Performs engineering calculations and analysis as required by discipline. Review vendor drawings. Reviews Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) and Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs) Assist in the preparation of Network Architecture, Instrument Index, I/O List and layouts as required by the discipline. Accepts both short and extended term assignments to the site, client’s office, etc. as may be requested by the Chief Instrumentation Engineer. ADDENDUM: INSTRUMENTATION ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT DEPARTMENT FUNCTIONS: Instrumentation Engineering is a highly specialized group whose function is to provide design-engineering service covering: Network Architecture – Develop the optimum instrumentation and control system based upon desired reliability, maintainability, flexibility, Integration and cost. Cause and Effect – Develop matrix logic of critical conditions where if a cause happens what should be the effect. Engineer should identify the possible root causes, sort out and relate some of the interactions among the factors affecting a particular process or effect and analyze existing problems so that corrective action can be taken. Operation Philosophy – Develop narrative of how plant operates and its integration with the control systems. Safety Instrumented System (SIS) – Determine location, size and arrangement of major equipment. Basis Process Control System (BPCS) – Determine location, size and arrangement of major equipment. Standards Specifications – Responsible for technical content of standards and preparation of specification including: SCADA Systems Temperature, Pressure, Level and Flow Transmitters Safety Instrumented Systems Basic Process Control Systems Temperature, Pressure, Level and Flow Switches Fire and Gas Systems Temperature, Pressure, and Level Gauges Analyzer Systems Flow meters Leak detection Systems Security Systems Telecommunication Systems Commissioning and Operation Manuals Construction Drawings – Approved for construction drawings and schedules: Network Architecture Interconnecting Wiring Diagrams Instrument location Plan Raceway and cable schedule Control System Block Diagrams Installation Details #LI-RG1 Requirements Qualifications Typically 2 - 6 years of proven engineering experience in oil and gas industry. Knowledge of computer systems in an engineering environment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Education Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical Engineering EIT Certification preferred Competencies Results oriented Customer focused Impact and influence Business and people acumen Strong interpersonal skills to work with Multi-Disciplined Team, and Managers Strong organizational skills to handle multiple projects at once Work Environment/Physical Demands Working conditions are normal for an office environment. Frequent sitting and operating a computer. Must be able to use body members to work, move or carry objects or office materials. Must be able to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally. Physical demands requirements are at levels of those for sedentary work. Gulf is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Responsibilities

The Instrumentation Engineer performs routine engineering functions with minimal supervision, assisting in the preparation of requisitions and technical bid evaluations for equipment and materials. Key duties include performing engineering calculations, reviewing vendor drawings, P&IDs, and PFDs, and assisting in the preparation of critical documentation like Network Architecture and I/O Lists.