Senior Instrument & Controls Engineer - OnSite Energy & Power (Kansas City)

Description

The OnSite Energy & Power team is looking for a Senior Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Engineer to support projects for distributed energy plants for institutional and industrial clients, including electric, steam, chilled water, hot water, and cogeneration plants. The Senior I&C Engineer will be able to lead all I&C engineering activities for multi-disciplinary projects for new or existing facilities or controls upgrade projects for existing facilities including providing direction for junior staff.

The Senior I&C Engineer will be responsible for performing the following activities:

• Perform I&C studies, including site walk down, scope development, stakeholder interviews, vendor selection, cost estimate development and develop written reports.

• Support the development Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID's).

• Support the development Mechanical and Electrical Equipment Specifications.

• Develop Instrument Lists.

• Develop Instrument Procurement Specifications.

• Develop Instrument Data Sheets.

• Develop Instrument Installation Details.

• Develop Instrument Location Plans.

• Develop Control System (DCS and/or PLC) Specifications.

• Develop Control System (DCS and/or PLC) System Architecture Diagram.

• Develop Control System (DCS and/or PLC) I/O List.

• Develop Control System (DCS and/or PLC) Control Narratives.

• Develop Control System (DCS and/or PLC) Logic Diagrams.

• Develop Control System (DCS and/or PLC) Graphics Diagrams.

• Develop Control System Network Drawings.

• Develop I&C Connection/Loop Diagrams.

• For assigned procurement contracts (e.g., Instrumentation, Control Systems, CEMS/PEMS)

• Develop Approved Vendors Lists.

• Coordinate with procurement to develop RFQ documentation.

• Perform technical bid evaluations.

• Review vendor submittals.

• Perform software and hardware configuration with various platforms, including Rockwell.

• Support Factory Acceptance Tests.

• Provide technical assistance during commissioning at project site.

• Perform quality reviews of project submittals.

• Leads field inspections, installation, measurements, or calculations for public and private clients.

• Prepare and present technical reports for clients and industry publications.

• Ensure compliance with company and site safety policies.

• Build effective relationships with existing clients, customers and contractors and develop new business opportunities. Responsible for ensuring customer satisfaction goals and expectations are met.

• Participate in sales and marketing efforts and identify key pursuits.

• Lead the development of cost proposals and qualification statements to achieve stated targets and standards for financial performance.

• Prepare and present project budgets and cost estimates. Report project performance.

• Responsible for effective communication with other engineering disciplines.

• Responsible for compliance with company and site safety policies.

• Mentor and train junior engineers.

• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering from accredited program required.

• Master's Degree a plus.

• Minimum 7 years related experience. Completion of master's degree in related field may be substituted for one year of experience.

• Engineer-In-Training (EIT) Certification or Professional Engineer (PE) License strongly preferred.

• Expert knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures. Strong knowledge of electrical equipment design ANSI and IEEE Standards. Strong computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite).

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Attention to detail.

• Experience with leading the discipline design for large projects and delegating work tasks to team members. Ability to lead execution of work and resolve issues in a team environment. Demonstrated critical thinking skills, ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment.

• Ability to clearly communicate both verbal and written technical information.

• Must be proficient in the use of computer software (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Visio, AutoCAD).

• Valid driver's license required. In addition, must meet standards to qualify for and maintain the Company's vehicle driving privileges as outlined in the Company's Motor Vehicle Safety Policy.

• Ability to travel.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled

EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

Job Instrumentation & Controls Engineering

Primary Location US-MO-Kansas City

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time

Req ID: 235541

Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-KJ #GFS