
Instrument Engineering, Principal
Audubon Companies
The Role
Overview
Senior instrument engineering role handling design, specifications, and project management.
Key Responsibilities
- design review
- vendor review
- cost estimating
- feasibility study
- site visits
- risk management
Tasks
-Develop, review and/or approve conceptual and detailed engineering design packages. -Review and/or approve vendor drawings for compliance with project specifications. -Compile discipline-specific man-hour estimates and Total Installed Cost estimates based on client provided project scope. -Undertake technical and feasibility studies including site investigations. -Visit job-sites to evaluate site, project requirements, and conditions. -Interact with drafting/design group to develop and review engineering drawings. -Independently prepare advanced level specifications for project assignments detailing client performance requirements, specific component needs, design requirements, applicable design codes, and vendor drawing requirements. -Prepare or direct preparation and modification of reports, specifications, plans, and/or construction schedules for projects. -Adhere to company quality standards and follow engineering checking and approval procedures. -Manage client relationships and develop repeat business opportunities. -Comply with all company and client health, safety, security and environmental (HSSE) standards as well as federal and local HSSE regulations. -Perform checking of engineering drawings and mathematical calculations. -Analyze and examine different strategies, equations and applications to ensure appropriate procedures are applied and/or utilized. -Prepare engineering sketches, perform engineering calculations and develop analysis models for complex project assignments. -Set realistic expectations and ensure assigned projects are completed according to schedule and within budget. -Interact and communicate effectively with clients, subcontractors, vendors and other consultants. -Assist in the development of internal design guidelines, specifications, and design control procedures. -Resolve design and development issues. -Undertake initiatives for risk management and appropriate steps to address it. -Adhere to safe design practices, while focusing on identifying cost saving opportunities. -Actively participate in company and client hazard identification and observation programs, and immediately report any unsafe acts, conditions or incidents to your supervisor. -Plan and manage workload, budgets and project resources, requesting assistance as necessary. -May lead large scope multi-discipline projects and manage day to day workflow within a group or project; may delegate assignments, distribute workload, establish work deadlines, and issue reports to immediate supervisor regarding completion of work. -Visit vendor facilities to inspect equipment for compliance with requirements/specifications. -Provide advice and assistance on work techniques, best practices, and subject matter expertise to co-workers. -Manage and forecast man-hour requirements and schedules associated with discipline-specific project scope. -Responsible for providing feedback to immediate supervisor regarding co-worker’s performance and any work related issues, including those that might lead to disciplinary actions. -Assess feasibility of projects by assessing materials, costs and time requirements, applying knowledge and techniques of engineering and advanced mathematics. Utilize complex and repetitive calculations. -Prepare inquiry and purchase requisitions as well as bid tabulations associated with equipment purchases. -Assess challenges and potential risks of planned projects, including construction costs, government regulations, potential environmental hazards and other factors.
Requirements
- eit certification
- bachelor’s degree
- smartplant
- instrument design
- design codes
- 20 years
What You Bring
-Engineer in Training (EIT) Certification preferred. -Ability to communicate effectively with others verbally and -Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work related problems. -Minimum of 20 years of experience preferred. -Bachelor’s degree in engineering required. -Industry experience required. -Working knowledge of the design of instrumented control and safety systems preferred. -Ability to comprehend instructions and request clarification as necessary. -Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering preferred. -Ability to work in a team-oriented environment. -Field experience required. -Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal. -SmartPlant Instrumentation (SPI), Control Valve Sizing, Meter Sizing and Relief Valve Sizing software experience preferred. -Bachelor’s Degree from ABET Accredited Institution preferred. -Working knowledge of instrument and electrical design codes (ISA, NEC, API, etc.) preferred. -Large multi-discipline project lead experience preferred.
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The Company
About Audubon Companies
-Founded with a vision to be a trusted partner in energy, infrastructure, and industrial sectors. -Specializes in delivering integrated engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) solutions. -Serves a wide range of industries including energy, utilities, and industrial sectors with expertise in project execution. -Notable for working on large-scale, complex projects in power generation, industrial facilities, and water management. -Known for its strong track record in energy sector projects, particularly in the oil & gas, renewable energy, and power industries. -The company focuses on cost-effective and timely project completion, combining technical expertise with innovative solutions. -Audubon Companies' reputation is built on delivering high-quality results while maintaining flexibility in adapting to client needs.
Sector Specialisms
Food + beverage
Metals
Roads + bridges
Industrial buildings
Pulp + paper
Automotive
Life sciences
Aerospace
Energy
Chemical
Power
Utility
Infrastructure
Onshore Oil + Gas
Offshore Oil + Gas
Pipelines + Terminals
Petrochemicals + Refining
Chemicals
LNG
Substations + Transmission
Power Generation
Water + Wastewater
Decarbonization
Hydrogen
Wind + Solar
Renewable Natural Gas
