Instrumentation & Electrical Engineer II
Downers Grove, IL - USA
Job Summary
Responsibilities
Develop electrical and instrumentation engineering designs for industrial facilities and infrastructure projects.
- Prepare and review engineering deliverables including:
- Single-line diagrams
- Electrical equipment specifications
- Motor control schematics
- Instrument datasheets
- Instrument index and I/O lists
- Loop diagrams
- Cable schedules
- Area classification drawings
- Perform electrical load studies voltage drop calculations short circuit studies and equipment sizing calculations.
- Support the design and specification of:
- Medium- and low-voltage power distribution systems
- Motor control centers (MCCs)
- Variable frequency drives (VFDs)
- Switchgear and transformers
- Process instrumentation and control systems
- Review vendor drawings technical submittals and equipment documentation.
- Coordinate with process mechanical structural civil and piping disciplines to ensure integrated project execution.
- Participate in design reviews HAZOPs constructability reviews and project planning meetings.
- Support procurement activities including technical bid evaluations and vendor selection.
- Assist with field support activities during construction commissioning startup and troubleshooting efforts.
- Ensure engineering designs comply with client requirements industry codes applicable regulations and company standards.
- Mentor junior engineers and designers as assigned.
- Prepare and review engineering deliverables including:
Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Electrical Engineering Technology or a related engineering discipline.
- Minimum of 2-7 years of electrical and instrumentation engineering experience in industrial power chemical refining manufacturing or EPC environments.
- Working knowledge of electrical distribution systems and industrial instrumentation.
- Experience developing engineering design packages and technical specifications.
- Familiarity with applicable industry standards and codes including:
- NEC
- NFPA
- IEEE
- ISA
- NEMA
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative multidisciplinary environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain licensure.
- Experience supporting EPC or consulting engineering projects.
- Familiarity with electrical analysis software such as ETAP SKM or EasyPower.
- Experience with AutoCAD SmartPlant Instrumentation (SPI) SmartPlant Electrical (SPEL) or similar engineering tools.
- Knowledge of DCS PLC and SCADA systems.
- Previous experience supporting energy transition power generation renewables or industrial process facilities.
Physical Demands
Employee will be required to communicate in person via telephone email use of arm/hand steadiness manual dexterity finger dexterity multi limb coordination oral expression and comprehension. May be required to lift carry and move objects safely.
Work Environment
Employee will work in multiple environments including an office warehouse and in a trailer or building on construction sites. On construction sites noise levels will be moderate to high. Job sites may contain the following: light to heavy equipment vehicles small to large equipment materials communication equipment and tools people standing walking sitting signaling and talking. Noise levels vary and may include bells whistles and alarms.
The above description covers the fundamental responsibilities of theI&C Engineer II position. It shall not be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous incidental or similar duties which may be required from day-to-day.
Zachry Groupis dedicated to providing a SAFE and Drug Free work environment; and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
This position Instrumentation & Control Engineer III is eligible for participation in Zachrys Total Employee Rewards Program which includes medical dental vision life insurance disability coverage and other ancillary benefits. This position is also eligible for participation in the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan.
In accordance with Illinois Equal Pay Act the expected salary range for this Illinois position I & C II is between $84400 and $115000 annually. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience geographic location and other job-related factors as permitted by law.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Zachry Group is America's pace-setter in turnkey construction, engineering, maintenance, turnaround and fabrication services to the power, energy, chemicals, manufacturing and industrial sectors