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: 242700

Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-KJ #GFS