Instrumentation & Controls Engineer

Middough Inc. – TOP WORKPLACES Award Winner!
Instrumentation & Controls Engineer — Position and Responsibilities
As an Instrumentation & Controls Engineer (I&C) with Middough, you will collect and prepare data/information and perform detailed engineering calculations. The I&C Engineer will also interact with design staff, senior department personnel, project management, contractors, and our valued clients. The I&C Engineer will demonstrate technical and professional growth annually by maintaining active membership in professional organizations and participating in technical seminars and/or courses.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Work on multiple projects of moderate size or portions of major projects.
Design complete I&C solutions based on project scope definition.
Prepare project documentation including but not limited to bills of material, calculations, data sheets, detailed drawings, specifications, technical reports, and test plans.
Coordinate tasks with engineers, designers, and administrative staff.
Perform technical evaluation of bids and recommend best value design which meets client requirements for operability, reliability, maintainability, and safety.
Participate in safety reviews (i.e., HAZID, HAZOP).
Lead field work by evaluating installations and performing problem-solving activities.
Perform calculation checks and vendor drawing reviews.
Serve as discipline lead on single and multi-discipline projects by estimating work hours, developing scope of work, making staffing recommendations, and checking drawings.
Interact with other disciplines and suppliers to obtain pertinent information.
Manage the scope of the project work, address scope and work changes, adjust the project deliverables as necessary, and complete the project work based on the budget and scheduled time frame.
Present project information to both internal and external client audiences.
Education, Experience and Skills
The successful candidate will possess the following:
Bachelor of Science in an Engineering discipline required.
Professional Engineer license (preferred).
5 years of experience performing engineering analysis and design for instrumentation and controls systems.
Understanding of NEC/ISA standards.
Strong skill set in understanding PFDs, P&IDs, and Cause & Effect Matrices.
Interface experience with DCS/PLC platforms including HMI and reporting software packages.
Strong background in control system architecture and interface solutions including configuration of switches, servers, and operator workstations.
Experience specifying field instrumentation and process analyzers for applications including basic process control, safety instrumented systems and fire and gas detection; includes development of installation details and loop drawings.
Experience with estimating engineering project costs.
Working knowledge of Smart Plant Instrumentation would be an asset.
Working knowledge of Databases and AutoCAD.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and attention to detail abilities.
Ability to multitask and organize for project efficiency.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Physical Requirements
The characteristics described below are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing duties of this position, the successful candidate will:
Remain in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
Frequently walk, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, balance, stoop or kneel,