Job Title: Instrumentation Engineer
Location: Luling, LA
ZIP Code: 70070
Start Date: Right Away
Pay Rate: 101.49/hr
Keywords: #electricalengineer #instrumentationengineer

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Manage multiple tasks to ensure projects are completed on time and on budget, with a high degree of internal and external client satisfaction.
* Communicate project/task status and issues with project manager, client and/or company management.
* Project management work may include:
* Coordination and management of material vendors, subcontractors, and company staff
* Maintain and report on a project budget and schedule to meet project expectations
* Develop project estimates (budget and schedule) to secure funding
* Use engineering discipline and experience to solve project issues during installation
* Locate project drawings and provide initial markups to drafting for incorporation
* Able to independently define the course of action and seek out the information and resources necessary to complete that course
* Oversee and prepare designs and work plans, from conceptual design through detailed design packages.
* Primary focus is on the electrical engineering aspect; however, expect involvement in other aspects of the design process. Electrical design tasks may include electrical load calculations, short-circuit and overcurrent protection calculations, transformer and wire/cable sizing.
* Other typical design aspects may include preparation of tray routing, wire routes, etc.
* Develop electrical equipment and power distribution equipment specifications; prepare electrical load calculations for single and three phase loads; sketch/mark up electrical single line drawings, schematics and detail drawings as required.
* Develop cable schedules, instrument indices, equipment lists, and material takeoffs; prepare requests for bids for subcontractors and material vendors.
* Prepare construction and equipment specifications, including means and methods.
* Compare bids and recommend the selection of subcontractors and material vendors.
* Perform field visits on new project opportunities to determine the available site power, and utility/facility constraints, collect information regarding construction permits, evaluate potential site support contractors, and assist with preparation of cost estimates.
* Lead electrical design aspects of company projects
* Work with site DCS team to implement changes to the DCS as it applies to assigned projects
* Understanding of and experience working with various voltage levels including: 24VDC, 120VAC, 480VAC, 2400VAC, and 15kV
* Understanding of and experience working with instrumentation systems including: 4-20ma, 0-5VDC, and 0-10VDC

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
* BS or higher Electrical Engineering degree
* Advanced training & experience in electrical power system design & distribution
* At least 10 years electrical engineering experience
* Prefer at least 5 years experience in chemical, refinery, or electric utility operations
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* Strong computer skills, including proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite
* Self-starter and outgoing personality traits
* Demonstrated leadership skills
* Ability to take direction and act independently
* Strong communications and organization skills
* Ability to manage multiple priorities and stay organized while doing so
Level of Supervision:
* Work independently based on general instructions, directions or objectives received from Project Electrical Engineering Technical Lead.

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