PLC Programmer

Job Title: Senior Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Engineer / Controls Systems Engineer

Location: Location: Miami, FL OR Chaska, MN

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Engineer to support the design, development, implementation, and commissioning of electrical, instrumentation, and industrial control systems for large-scale Oil & Gas, LNG, Offshore, Petrochemical, Power Generation, and Industrial Infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in electrical power distribution, PLC/DCS systems, instrumentation engineering, industrial communications, MCCs, substations, and project leadership throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead electrical and instrumentation engineering activities from conceptual design through detailed engineering, construction, commissioning, and startup.
• Develop electrical deliverables including one-line diagrams, power distribution drawings, grounding plans, cable schedules, conduit layouts, lighting systems, and area classification drawings.
• Design and support PLC, DCS, PCS, and SIS control system architectures, including I/O allocation, marshalling cabinets, control panels, and field instrumentation integration.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering teams, vendors, contractors, and clients to ensure successful project execution.
• Develop equipment layouts for substations, MCC buildings, switchgear, transformers, communication racks, and network cabinets.
• Support procurement activities including vendor evaluations, technical bid reviews, equipment specifications, and material requisitions.
• Participate in FAT (Factory Acceptance Testing), SAT (Site Acceptance Testing), commissioning, startup, loop checks, and troubleshooting activities.
• Design grounding, bonding, and lightning protection systems in accordance with IEEE, NEC, API, and NFPA standards.
• Support industrial communication systems including fiber optics, telecommunications, CCTV, access control, public address systems, and networking infrastructure.
• Review vendor drawings, technical documentation, and ensure compliance with project specifications and industry standards.
• Conduct design reviews, project meetings, and provide technical leadership to engineering teams.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, NEC, NFPA, IEEE, IEC, API, and company engineering standards.

Required Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, or related discipline.
• 10 years of Electrical & Instrumentation engineering experience in Oil & Gas, LNG, Offshore, Petrochemical, Refining, Power, or Industrial Facilities.
• Strong experience with:
• Electrical Power Distribution Systems
• MCCs and Switchgear
• Substations and Protective Relays
• Instrumentation and Process Control Systems
• PLC/DCS/PCS/SIS Architectures
• Cable Tray and Raceway Design
• Grounding and Lightning Protection Systems
• Industrial Communications and Fiber Optics
• Control Panel and Marshalling Cabinet Design
• Experience supporting commissioning, startup, FAT, SAT, and field construction activities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and coordinate with cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Honeywell, Emerson, Yokogawa, ABB, or similar DCS platforms.
• Experience with PLC systems and industrial automation projects.
• Knowledge of telecommunications, CCTV, access control, and security systems.
• Offshore, LNG, FPSO, or Petrochemical project experience.
• Experience using AutoCAD, AVEVA PDMS, Navisworks, MicroStation, or similar design tools.

Technical Skills

• AutoCAD
• AVEVA PDMS
• Navisworks
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Electrical Design Software
• Document Management Systems
• Industrial Networking Concepts
• Fiber Optic Systems
• PLC/DCS Integration
• Power Distribution Design

Core Competencies

• Electrical Engineering Design
• Instrumentation Engineering
• Industrial Automation Support
• Project Leadership
• Vendor Coordination
• Construction Support
• Problem Solving
• Technical Documentation
• Client Relationship Management
• Safety Compliance
• Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration

Industry Experience Preferred

• Oil & Gas
• LNG Facilities
• Offshore Platforms
• FPSO Projects
• Petrochemical Plants
• Refineries
• Power Generation Facilities
• Industrial Manufacturing Plants