What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Instrument & Controls Engineer - OnSite Energy & Power (Multiple Locations) position at Burns & McDonnell?
Description The Senior Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Engineer will support and lead the design and development of process/plant/building control systems for distributed generation and district energy projects, including electric, steam, chilled water, hot water, and cogeneration facilities. This position will execute and lead I&C engineering activities across the full project lifecycle on Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) and traditional Design-Bid-Build (DBB) projects, ensuring deliverables are completed in accordance with project scope, schedule, budget, and quality requirements.
The Senior I&C Engineer will serve as a discipline lead and primary client interface for I&C-related scope, providing technical direction, oversight, and mentorship to staff engineers while coordinating with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver integrated engineering solutions across varying project delivery methods.
Key Responsibilities
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Job Instrumentation & Controls Engineering
Primary Location US-MO-Kansas City
Other Locations US-TX-Fort Worth, US-TX-Dallas, US-NC-Raleigh
Schedule: Full-time
Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time
Req ID: 261321
Job Hire Type Experienced #GFS
The Senior I&C Engineer will serve as a discipline lead and primary client interface for I&C-related scope, providing technical direction, oversight, and mentorship to staff engineers while coordinating with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver integrated engineering solutions across varying project delivery methods.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead I&C engineering activities across all project phases, including Front-End Loading (FEL-1, FEL-2, FEL-3), detailed design, procurement, construction, and commissioning, for both EPC and Design-Bid-Build projects.
- Serve as the primary client point of contact for I&C scope:
- Interface directly with clients to define requirements, scope, and design expectations.
- Present technical solutions, studies, and design packages.
- Support resolution of technical issues and incorporate client feedback into design.
- Support early project development and FEL activities, including:
- Scope definition and development.
- Control system and instrumentation philosophy development.
- Conceptual and preliminary design packages.
- Input to capital cost estimates and project schedules.
- Lead the design and development of process control systems (DCS and/or PLC), including:
- Control system architecture and network design.
- I/O lists and system configuration requirements.
- Control narratives, logic diagrams, and cause & effect diagrams.
- HMI/graphics design concepts.
- Development of interlock matrices and control philosophies.
- Develop and manage instrumentation design deliverables, including:
- Instrument lists and index development.
- Instrument data sheets and specifications.
- Instrument installation details and location plans.
- Wiring diagrams, loop diagrams, and interconnection drawings.
- Support and coordinate the development of Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) in collaboration with process and mechanical engineering teams.
- Perform instrumentation engineering calculations and sizing, including:
- Control valves and regulators.
- Flow measurement devices (e.g., orifice plates, mag meters, etc.).
- Thermowells and other field instruments.
- Apply knowledge of measurement technologies and control strategies to select appropriate instrumentation for process variables such as pressure, temperature, flow, level, and analytical measurements.
- Develop control system design criteria, functional specifications, and system requirements in alignment with project and client standards.
- Participate in process safety activities, including Hazard and Operability (HAZOP) studies and design reviews, and incorporate findings into control system design.
- Lead procurement support activities for I&C scope, including:
- Development of technical specifications and RFQ documentation.
- Technical bid evaluations and vendor selection support.
- Review and approval of vendor submittals.
- Coordinate with control system vendors and third-party suppliers to ensure compliance with project requirements, including participation in Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT).
- Perform quality reviews of engineering deliverables to ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and company procedures.
- Provide technical support during construction, installation, and commissioning phases, including field inspections and issue resolution.
- Lead field investigations, site visits, and data collection efforts for both new and existing facilities.
- Provide leadership, mentorship, and technical guidance to assistant and staff engineers:
- Delegate work assignments and review deliverables.
- Support technical development and knowledge sharing within the team.
- Coordinate effectively with other engineering and architectural disciplines to ensure a cohesive and integrated design approach.
- Prepare and present technical reports, studies, and documentation for clients and internal stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with company, client, and site safety policies.
- Bachelor Degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program and 7 years electrical engineering experience. EPC project experience preferred.
- Bachelor Degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and 7 years electrical engineering experience. EPC project experience preferred.
- Master Degree in Electrical Engineering and 6 years electrical engineering experience. EPC project experience preferred.
- Expert knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures. Strong knowledge of electrical equipment design ANSI and IEEE Standards. Strong computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience with leading the discipline design for large projects and delegating work tasks to team members. Ability to lead execution of work and resolve issues in a team environment.
- Demonstrated critical thinking skills, ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment.
- Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to perform quality reviews for detailed engineering documents and specifications.
- Ability to travel.
- Must have or be able to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC).
- Professional Engineer (PE) License Preferred
- Demonstrated experience serving in a client-facing technical role and leading I&C discipline design efforts on multi-disciplinary projects.
- Strong knowledge of instrumentation and control system design principles, practices, and industry standards (ISA, ANSI, IEEE).
- Experience supporting process safety reviews (e.g., HAZOP, PHA, etc.) and developing interlock/control documentation.
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Job Instrumentation & Controls Engineering
Primary Location US-MO-Kansas City
Other Locations US-TX-Fort Worth, US-TX-Dallas, US-NC-Raleigh
Schedule: Full-time
Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time
Req ID: 261321
Job Hire Type Experienced #GFS