Staff Instrument & Controls Engineer - Energy (Kansas City)

Company: Burns & McDonnell
Location: Kansas City
Posted on: March 20, 2023

Job Description:

Description
The Staff Instrument & Controls (I&C) Engineer will work on design teams to create world-class designs for grassroots and revamp/brownfield refining and chemical projects. The Staff I&C Engineer will work with the design team throughout the Engineering/Design, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) process, adapting I&C plans according to assigned budget, schedule, engineering/design standards, and client requirements. The Staff I&C Engineer will assist in providing deliverables for Front End Planning (FEP) and Detailed Design phases and support construction phase.

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  Prepare instrumentation engineering/design deliverables, including Instrument Index, Instrument Data Sheets, Instrument Installation Details, Instrument Location Plans, Wiring Diagrams, and Loop Diagrams.
  
  
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  Prepare control systems (DCS and/or PLC) and Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems (CEMS) Data Sheets.
  
  
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  Prepare controls design deliverables, including I/O list, Process Control Narratives, Graphic Sketches, Cause & Effect Diagrams, Alarm Rationalization, and manage third-party control system suppliers to comply with the control system design requirements, including participating in Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT).
  
  
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  Prepare I&C purchase specifications, review bids, make technical recommendations and manage the overall purchase, review of I&C packages, and review of vendor documentation.
  
  
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  Develop P&ID's for various projects.
  
  
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  Perform process measurements such as temperature, pressure, flow, level, analyzers, and control valves. Utilize knowledge of various technologies for selecting appropriate I&C applications.
  
  
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  Perform preliminary sizing calculations for instruments such as orifice plates, controls valves, relief valves, and thermowells.
  
  
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  Develop level sketches in conjunction with multiple departments.
  
  
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  Responsible for applying knowledge of commonly used I&C engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the engineering services industry.
  
  
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  Provide leadership and guidance for less experienced engineers.
  
  
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  Responsible for compliance with company and project site safety policies.
  
  
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  All other duties as assigned.
  
  
  Qualifications
  
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    Bachelor of Science in Electrical, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering or related degree from an ABET-accredited program.
    
    
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    Master of Science degree in above Engineering programs or related may be substituted for 1 year experience.
    
    
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    3 years of applicable engineering experience, consulting preferred.
    
    
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    Successful completion (i.e.passing) FE or EIT preferred.
    
    
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    Strong knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures.
    
    
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    Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
    
    
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    Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills.
    
    
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    Proficient in standard engineering techniques and procedures.
    
    
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    Proficient in Smart Plant Instrumentation (SPI) in the development of instrument datasheets.
    
    
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    Strong computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite).
    
    
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    Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills.
    
    
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    Must have or be able to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC).
    
    
    EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans
    Job Instrumentation & Controls Engineering
    Primary Location US-MO-Kansas City
    Schedule: Full-time
    Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time
    Req ID: 223702 Job Hire Type Experienced
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