Instrumentation and Controls Engineer - Mid Level (Hybrid)

Barr Engineering Co. - Ann Arbor, MI

Full-time - Mid Level

Ann Arbor, MI

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Instrumentation and Controls Engineer will play a crucial role in providing engineering expertise as part of multidisciplinary teams engaged in projects for various industrial processing facilities, including fuels facilities, power plants, and mining operations. This position requires a comprehensive understanding of integrating process, mechanical, electrical, and control requirements into cohesive systems. The engineer will be responsible for a range of tasks including design and analysis, preparation of plans and specifications, conducting conceptual studies, overseeing field installations, and performing cost estimations. In terms of detailed design work, the engineer will develop process and instrumentation diagrams, perform control valve sizing, select appropriate instruments, create instrument data sheets, and provide installation details. Additionally, the role involves crafting logic descriptions, logic diagrams, and integrating control systems, whether they be distributed control systems or programmable logic controllers. The ideal candidate should possess a solid working knowledge of all these deliverables, ensuring that projects meet the required standards and specifications. The position also emphasizes the importance of strong interpersonal skills, as effective communication with project team members and clients is essential. The engineer will need to be adaptable, willing to modify their schedule to meet project deadlines and client needs, and work cooperatively in a high-energy environment that fosters self-initiative. Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship is required, along with a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Provide instrumentation and control engineering as part of multidisciplinary teams.
• Integrate process, mechanical, electrical, and control requirements into comprehensive systems.
• Conduct design and analysis for various projects.
• Prepare plans and specifications for instrumentation and control systems.
• Perform conceptual studies and field installations.
• Estimate costs for projects and prepare related documentation.
• Develop process and instrumentation diagrams and control valve sizing.
• Select appropriate instruments and create instrument data sheets.
• Provide installation details and logic descriptions for control systems.
• Create logic diagrams and schematic/wiring diagrams for projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, electrical engineering, or mechanical engineering with a focus on process control systems.
• 5 or more years of related work experience in a consulting engineering or industrial organization.
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of applicable codes, standards, laws, and regulations.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Word.
• Ability to work cooperatively in a high-energy environment.
• Flexibility to modify personal schedule to meet deadlines and client needs.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Possession of a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of industrial manufacturing processes such as power plants, natural gas compressor stations, and mining.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain within one year.
• Demonstrated project organization and management skills.
• Strong client-relationship and business-development skills.