Senior Electrical Engineer

Employer:

Swift Worldwide Resources

Updated: Apr162014

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Primary Location: Houston, TX Schedule: Full-time Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time Salary & Target Bonus: $72K to $82K with a 10% bonus opportunity, DOE

Overview: We're looking for an Instrument and Controls Engineer who will Lead instrument design efforts to support the development of basic and detailed design of new plants and their infrastructure as well as additions or modifications to existing facilities, in coordination with Project Managers and other Design Disciplines.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED IN: P&ID development for instrumentation Instrument list development Interlock and continuous control logic development Knowledge and implementation of DCS and PLC systems Knowledge of wiring and installation of field instrumentation including selection of installation details Knowledge of Hazardous Area Classification for instrument selection Calculate sizing on control valves and flow meters Preparing specifications and performing bid evaluations for: o Field instrumentation o Package unit equipment for instrumentation and control Reviewing Vendor drawings for specification compliance Coordination and direction of instrument Design/Drafting activities (in-house and outside contractor), including but not limited to: o Instrument index o Loop sheets and wiring diagrams o Instrument location plans o Instrument installation details o Control Room/Rack Room equipment arrangement drawings o Control panel design Monitoring the type of work described above when performed by outside contractor engineers and designers for timeliness and cost effectiveness Interpretation and adherence to industry standards and regulatory codes Interface with Operations, Vendors, and Contractors throughout design, construction, and startup

EXPERIENCE DESIRED IN: Preparation of estimates for I&C scope Preparation of I&C design basis Preparing specifications and performing bid evaluations for: o SIS (user requirements specifications) o DCS (user requirements specifications) Knowledge of DCS control for batch operations Perform FAT and commissioning for DCS, SIS, and field instrumentation Participate in plant start-up and troubleshooting Knowledge of Hazardous Area Classification for instrument selection Familiar with industry SIS standard IEC 61511

Required: BS in Electrical or Chemical Engineering and 3 or more years of professional engineering experience. At least 1year of experience as an Instrument and Controls Engineer, preferably in a chemical, petrochemical or similar manufacturing operation. Basic familiarity with engineering, purchasing, accounting and construction practices. Good communication and computer skills. Self starter with high level of results orientation. Valid TWIC card

In order to apply for this position, applicants MUST meet the following criteria. If your resume does not match these criteria, you will not be able to apply for this position.

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