Objective/Job Purpose:

The Instrument and Electrical Designer is responsible for production and quality control and management of the activities within the I&E Design Department and reports directly to the Director of Design Operations. The Instrument and Electrical Designer is responsible for ensuring that I&E Design department meets or exceeds the quality, schedule, and budget goals for each project.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Production Management

• Assist department and company management in identifying and scheduling resources for specific activities and projects

• Oversee and maintain the production quality of subordinates

• Effectively apply company’s procedures and company standards

• Ensure all I&E deliverables are checks, QA\QC is complete and outstanding problems are resolved prior to submittal

• Coordinate other duties and business unit strategic objectives assigned by the Director of Design Operations

Communication

• Proactively participate in team and client meetings

• Keep I&E team (Designer and Drafters) well informed of changes to the project scope

• Communicate relevant project information to superiors

• Timely resolve and/or escalate issues

• Tactfully communicate difficult/sensitive information

• Participate in post shipment performance reviews (Lessons Learned) and work with management to set and implement continual production improvement goals

Technical Capabilities

• Possess and develop through continuing education and training a thorough understanding in the areas of I&E Design including:

• Knowledge of NEC with specific emphasis on Hazardous Area design

• Ability to produce or direct the production of:

o Area Classification Drawings

o Electrical One-Line Schematics

o Conduit and Cable Schedules

o Equipment Grounding Plans

o Power Capacity Studies

• Ability to direct and check design / drafting department for the production of:

o Conduit and Cable Tray Plans and Details

o Instrument and Electrical Wiring Schematics

o Lighting Plans and Details

• Knowledge of UL Industrial Control Panel fabrication standards for non-hazardous (UL 508A) and hazardous locations (UL 1203, 698A)

• Independently conduct field audits and investigations of customer facilities and manufacturing plants • Develop a thorough understanding of company’s capabilities

• Maintain awareness of new and emerging technologies and the potential application on client engagements

PROFESSIONAL QUALITIES

Client Management

• Work with Project and Company Management to set and manage client expectations

• Communicate effectively with clients to identify needs and evaluate alternatives

• Continually seek opportunities to increase customer satisfaction and strengthen client relationships

Leadership

• Perform daily activities with integrity and professionally

• Assist and encourage coworkers to attain goals and pursue excellence

• Identify opportunities for improvement and make constructive suggestions for change

ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Internal Operations

• Review the status reports of team members and addresses issues as appropriate

• Comply with and help to enforce standard policies and procedures

• Suggest areas for improvement in internal processes along with possible solutions

• Lead internal teams/task forces

Employee Development

• Work with management to ensure I&E Design staff members are qualified and trained to perform assign tasks

• Work with management to contribute in performance evaluations and mentoring of subordinates

• Encourage more junior employees to take responsibility for their development within the company

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications

• 10 years of experience as a Senior Instrument and Electrical Designer or similar position in the Manufacturing, Oil, or Gas industries.

• A minimum of an Associates’ Degree in a field related to Engineering and Design or equivalent technical experience

• Working knowledge of NEC with specific emphasis on Hazardous Area design

• Proficient with SKM Power Tools

• Proficient with MS Office

• Strong written and oral communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment

Travel

• Occasional travel to client offices and construction sites will be required

• I&E Designer’s may travel from 10-20% of the year. Scope and duration of travel varies depending on the phase and needs of any given project (e.g. sales, front end design, installation, commissioning, and start-up).