Instrument Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

The instrumentation engineer will assist in generating instrumentation project deliverables for new or updated process instrumentation under the supervision of a senior-level instrument engineer. Other duties include performing project site surveys of existing instrumentation to be replaced or re-designed, performing client documentation searches, marking up drawings or data sheets for as-found instrumentation and wiring details under the supervision of a senior-level instrument engineer.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

•Assist with instrument site surveys and walkdowns 

•Develop and prepare as-built or as-found instrumentation documentation 

•Perform client instrument documentation searches to find required project documents

•Assist with generating instrumentation data, sheets, loop drawings, installation details, instrument lists, DCS/PLC I/O lists and P&IDs

Minimum Qualifications:

•Education: BSc in Instrument, Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical) Engineering

•Experience: Min Yr = 1Max Yr = 3+

•Licensure:E.I.T. Preferred

•Technical Skills: Microsoft Office, Adobe, Microsoft Windows, PC hardware

•Management: No management experience required

•Other Skills: Strong organizational, written and verbal communication skills

Professional Development Opportunities:

•Develop instrumentation knowledge skills

•Develop project skills

•Develop skills used to generate instrument deliverables

•Develop knowledge of industry instrumentation standards

•Obtain industry and skill-specific certifications

•Learn new engineering software tools and programs

Individual field assignments typically each have their own unique requirements. Prior to deployment on any field assignment, you must be able to meet all client-specific site requirements. Should you be unable or unwilling to meet assignment-specific requirements, your continued employment would then be subject to the availability of other assignments whose requirements can be met. These unique requirements may include:

•You must possess physical mobility (on the ground and at heights).

•You may be required to pick up, lift, carry, and move up to 50 lbs.

•You may be required to work at heights, climb ladders and stairways, and may occasionally work off platforms/scaffolding/ladders using the appropriate and required fall protection.

•You must be able to work in all weather conditions (including heat, rain, cold, and wind) while wearing the appropriate PPE. This may include but not be limited to a hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs, masks/respirators, hi-vis safety vests, leather gloves, and leather, steel-toed work boots.

•You may be required to position yourself to work in confined spaces

•You may be required to adhere to a client’s random drug testing program prior to entering their site.

•You may be required to meet a client’s facial hair safety policy prior to entering their site.

Pay Range: $70,000 - $95,000 annually

The above pay range represents a general guideline; however, Brindley considers several factors when determining base salary that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to the candidate's depth of experience, skill set, certifications, specific work location, and current market conditions. Employees may be eligible for discretionary bonus and/or other applicable incentive compensation plans in addition to base pay to reward individual contributions and allow employees to share in company results. 

In addition, BE provides a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, 401(k) savings plan with employer matching, company paid holidays, paid parental leave, compensatory time off, and paid time off (PTO). Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

Brindley Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

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