Instrumentation Designer (19014)
Houston, TX - USA
Job Summary
Job Summary:
The Mid-Level Instrumentation Designer executes project instrumentation design with moderate supervision and may oversee specific portions of a project. This role applies a solid understanding of design standards codes and project execution practices to deliver accurate high-quality design work. The position reports to the Instrumentation Department Manager.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain P&IDs instrument indexes and I/O lists.
- Prepare detailed location plans wiring diagrams loop diagrams and cable schedules.
- Design tubing tray systems and medium-pressure tubing installations.
- Prepare detailed instrument installation details and bill of materials including tubing tray installations.
- Review vendor documents and mechanical equipment packages for compliance with project requirements.
- Conduct field verification and site inspections documenting findings.
- Coordinate design efforts with engineering leads and other disciplines.
- Manage assigned budget and contribute to schedule development.
- Support the management of instrumentation scope changes and material cost estimates.
- Review design deliverables for accuracy and adherence to project standards.
- Mentor junior designers and provide guidance on project deliverables.
- Perform related duties as needed.
Qualifications
Qualifications / Education Requirements:
- 49 years of applicable instrumentation design experience.
- Associates or bachelors degree in Drafting Technology Instrumentation or a related discipline.
- Proficient with industry codes and design practices.
- Understanding of control system modifications wiring and fusible loop systems.
- Ability to interpret P&IDs and contribute to client discussions on instrument scope.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Excellent interpersonal verbal and written communication skills.
Software:
- Proficiency in AutoCAD MicroStation SPI or Aveva E3D.
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Word Excel PowerPoint) preferred.
Working Conditions:
- Work is primarily conducted in an office environment but travel to project site locations for short-term field visits should be expected as required for project needs.
- Field duties may require outdoor work in a plant or facility.
- When on field assignment you may be required to work in a plant and/or shop areas around production machinery subject to varying temperatures and noise.
- May be at more than one job site in a day and must be able to tolerate climate changes.
- May be required to travel out of town on a periodic basis.
Physical Requirements (With or Without Reasonable Accommodation):
- Ability to lift and carry up to ten (10) pounds.
- Ability to communicate effectively including sufficient clarity of speech hearing or other communication capabilities.
- Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
- Sufficient visual acuity or other observational abilities to review documents perform analysis and conduct investigations.
- Sufficient manual dexterity to perform routine office tasks such as typing and using standard office equipment.
- Sufficient mobility to perform office duties and travel to off-site locations as needed.
- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) when visiting operational or field locations as required by the safety department.
Required Experience:
IC