Lead Instrumentation and Controls Engineer

at  Middough Inc

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Lead Instrumentation & Controls Engineer - Position and Responsibilities
As an Instrumentation & Controls Engineer with Middough, you will collect and prepare data/information and perform detailed engineering calculations. The I&C Engineer performs basic engineering design for review and approval by senior department personnel. The I&C Engineer demonstrates technical/professional growth annually by maintaining active membership in professional organizations and participating in technical seminars/courses.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Work on multiple projects of various sizes at the same time, as lead design engineer or as member of a larger design team.
• Collect and prepare data/information, perform detailed engineering calculations, and write formal engineering/technical reports.
• Develop technical specifications & data sheets, perform technical evaluation of bids, and recommend best value design which meets client requirements for operability, reliability, maintainability, and safety.
• Prepare project documentation and deliverables including but not limited to scopes of work, bills of material, instrument and IO lists, instrument datasheets, cable, and conduit schedules.
• Lead field work by checking installations and problem-solving activities.
• Perform calculation checking and vendor drawing reviews.
• Serve as Project Lead for select single-discipline projects by estimating work hours, developing scope of work, making staffing recommendations, and checking drawings.
• Interact with other departments and suppliers to obtain pertinent information.
• Manage the scope of the project work, address scope and work changes, adjust the project deliverables as necessary, and complete the project work based on the budget and scheduled time frame.
• Present project information internally to colleagues and externally to clients.
• Work within given budget and schedule parameters, as well as develop engineering internal time estimates for engineering and design.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

The successful candidate will possess the following:

• Engineering Technology degree or Bachelor of Science in an Engineering discipline required.
• 5+ years of engineering and design experiences in Instrumentation & Controls or Electrical.
• Strong skill set in understanding PFD’s, P&ID’s, and Cause and Effect matrices.
• Understanding of NEC/ISA standards.
• EIT certification is a plus.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention to detail abilities.
• Ability to multitask and organize for project efficiency.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The characteristics described below are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing duties of this position, the successful candidate will:

• Remain in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
• Frequently walk, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, balance, stoop or kneel, twist and bend, use repeating motions that may include the wrists/hands/fingers and talk and hear.
• Frequently use up-close vision, distance vision, depth perceptions, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Should not expect adverse environmental conditions within company offices.
• May be exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as climbing ladders and/or stairs, extreme heat and/or cold, and/or poor air quality) if or when on-site at a client facility. Noise levels may be moderate to high at various client sites, hearing protection may be required and/or provided. Safety protections to be provided by the client and/or company and are required to be used and followed.
• May require occasional car or air travel to other company locations or client sites.
• This position requires the candidate/employee to possess and maintain a valid driver’s license in their state of residence.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Work on multiple projects of various sizes at the same time, as lead design engineer or as member of a larger design team.
• Collect and prepare data/information, perform detailed engineering calculations, and write formal engineering/technical reports.
• Develop technical specifications & data sheets, perform technical evaluation of bids, and recommend best value design which meets client requirements for operability, reliability, maintainability, and safety.
• Prepare project documentation and deliverables including but not limited to scopes of work, bills of material, instrument and IO lists, instrument datasheets, cable, and conduit schedules.
• Lead field work by checking installations and problem-solving activities.
• Perform calculation checking and vendor drawing reviews.
• Serve as Project Lead for select single-discipline projects by estimating work hours, developing scope of work, making staffing recommendations, and checking drawings.
• Interact with other departments and suppliers to obtain pertinent information.
• Manage the scope of the project work, address scope and work changes, adjust the project deliverables as necessary, and complete the project work based on the budget and scheduled time frame.
• Present project information internally to colleagues and externally to clients.
• Work within given budget and schedule parameters, as well as develop engineering internal time estimates for engineering and design

The characteristics described below are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing duties of this position, the successful candidate will:

• Remain in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
• Frequently walk, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, balance, stoop or kneel, twist and bend, use repeating motions that may include the wrists/hands/fingers and talk and hear.
• Frequently use up-close vision, distance vision, depth perceptions, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Should not expect adverse environmental conditions within company offices.
• May be exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as climbing ladders and/or stairs, extreme heat and/or cold, and/or poor air quality) if or when on-site at a client facility. Noise levels may be moderate to high at various client sites, hearing protection may be required and/or provided. Safety protections to be provided by the client and/or company and are required to be used and followed.
• May require occasional car or air travel to other company locations or client sites.
• This position requires the candidate/employee to possess and maintain a valid driver’s license in their state of residence