Senior Instrumentation Engineer

Overview

Lead I&C engineering for large-scale energy projects, overseeing design, procurement, and startup.

Key Responsibilities

• alarm rationalization
• function testing
• control logic
• design review
• procurement specs
• project compliance

Tasks

-Supports the review of the alarm rationalization aspects for capital automation projects. -Supports function tests, PSAT, FAT, PSSR and startup activities and ensures proper documentation and data integrity of function testing, FAT, PSAT, red lines, etc. -Works with design resources both internally and externally to achieve designs that are cost effective and technically sound so that all projects are designed efficiently, cost effectively, and have operability against the up-front project objectives. -Collaborates and engages all other disciplines, process operators and engineers, control systems engineer, and the operations/maintenance superintendents either internally or externally towards the successful completion of the project. -Supports the development of control logic Functional Specifications used to support integration of automation and operator control logic into DCS systems for capital projects. -Assists in reviewing estimates of probable costs for construction at various stages of design. -Prepares or reviews/approves specifications for purchase of materials and equipment. -Documents and maintain all communication that impacts technical decisions. -Designs, develops and implements new Basic Regulatory and Advanced Process Control applications. Emphasis is on applications utilizing single output control technology as well as providing assistance to the Control Systems Engineer with multi-variable predictive controls. -Supports the development of procedures for Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Pre-Startup Acceptance Tests (PSAT) of project installed or modified SIS. -Performs periodic design reviews; ensures designs, including all IEA engineering drawings, technical specifications, calculations and programs, follow specifications, codes, regulations, and contract requirements. Ensures technical and quality standards are maintained. -Consults with peers at the site and across the company. -Participate in the development of criteria for and evaluation of equipment, technical material suppliers, and technical service providers. -Works closely with subcontract engineers and/or designers to coordinate their activities and to ensure the subcontractor's work is checked and the standards and quality are in accordance with standards, guidelines, and customer requirements. -Provides project discipline engineering support on project teams towards the successful completion of projects as assigned so that they are successfully completed and meet the objectives. -Responsible for following the Capital project process and meeting the Delegation of Authority (DOA) policy so that all projects can meet internal and external audit criteria, and the sites remain in DOA compliance. Working through the Capital Project Checklist and documenting all phases of the project process.

Requirements

• dcs
• sis
• plc
• pe license
• autocad
• 10+ years

What You Bring

-Experience in the following required; DCS, SIS, ICSS and PLC. -Demonstrated ability for organizing and tracking a high volume of detailed information that impacts own work. -Experience with Analysers is a plus. -Excellent oral, written, presentation, and interpersonal/rapport building skills necessary to work effectively as a team member, and to plan/coordinate processes for results. -Require field experience and working knowledge of measurements for level, flow, pressure, temperature, density, and control valves. -Bachelor’s degree in engineering required. -Strong working knowledge of the National Electric Code (NEC). -Broad knowledge of instrument engineering. -Strong interpersonal leadership skills are critical due to the requirement for effective communication of complex issues across the organization as well as for mentoring and consensus building. -Technical support in the following required; Loops, Complex Loops, Alarm Management, Historian, Operator Stations, Engineering Stations, Server/Switch Levels and Details, Redundancy Options, Local/Remote I/O, Hardwired/Wireless I/O, RIE, Traditional Marshalling, Electronic Marshalling, MOV Templates, 3^rd Party Serial Connections. -Exhibits an understanding of business drivers, management of change requirements, project management processes, and construction workflow. -P.E. license (preferable in the State of Texas) is required or able to obtain by comity and NCEES license required. -Results oriented and able to drive to technically sound decisions. -Knowledgeable of electrical requirements of industry codes (i.e. IEEE, ISA, and NFPA). -Documentation support in the following required; Block Diagrams, Network Drawings, System Architecture, Equipment Models and Firmware Compatibility, Specifications, Philosophies, MRQ’s and TBE’s. -10+ years or more of relevant experience in refining, petrochemicals, ammonia facilities, carbon capture and storage, biofuels, gas turbines, cogen, and hydrogen facilities. -Ability to apply computer software tools (SAP, Microsoft Office, AutoCAD). -Experience in DCS board operation or maintenance/troubleshooting of process control and safety instrumented systems a plus.

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About Kent

-It brings projects to life end-to-end—from consulting and design to construction, commissioning, operations and decommissioning. -The company serves both traditional and emerging energy markets, spanning conventional oil & gas, hydrogen, offshore wind, carbon capture, and more. -Fast-moving innovation is central: leveraging digital tools, AI-driven design, and decarbonisation techniques to shape tomorrow’s energy. -Agile yet global, often trusted to deliver high-stakes energy assets under challenging conditions.

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