Lead Controls & Instrumentation Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Controls & Instrumentation Lead

WHO WE ARE:

Jedson Engineering is an Engineering Consultancy headquartered in Cincinnati, OH. We provide full-service engineering, procurement and construction management services to industrial process manufacturers that operate in pulp & paper, chemical, power & delivery, heavy industrial, consumer product and food & beverage market. We are in a significant growth mode and it’s an exciting time to be joining our business! 

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:

We’re looking for an experienced Controls & Instrumentation Lead to help lead and manage a project scope. This role will work directly with the clients to understand the project needs, and help manage and direct the execution of the engineering deliverables.

• Manage all discipline aspects of projects from inception through execution
• Develop and document the scope of work
• Size and specify instrumentation including pressure and temperature transmitters, flow meters, modulating control valves, regulators, on/off valves, and actuators
• Create datasheets and work with vendors to get quotes for instrumentation and valves for various applications
• Coordinate with process engineering team to select the appropriate devices
• Create schematics, termination drawings, or loop sheets for instrument wiring
• Design custom control panels to meet the project need
• Understand project success criteria and ensure client expectations are met
• Develop and track project costs
• Identify, document, and communicate changes to scope
• Identify and effectively respond to clients issues and needs
• Ensure value is provided to the client and develop & earn their trust
• Review and manage all project deliverables
• Coordinate and supervise project implementation, control project costs, monitor progress and quality of the project

YOUR IDEAL BACKGROUND:

The successful candidate should have an entrepreneurial spirit, and be excited by opportunities to add value to our clients with Jedson’s engineering expertise. Strong communication skills, collaboration and courage to challenge the status quo are cornerstones of the Jedson Edge.

• B.S. degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
• 10+ years of related experience in project engineering, including EPC or engineering firm experience
• Experienced Instrumentation engineer on major capital projects from the study phase, detailed design, construction support, check out and start-up.
• Oversees project execution to ensure completion and client satisfaction
• Demonstrated experience in driving projects within budget from initiation through a successful and timely conclusion
• Knowledge of front-end engineering and detailed engineering process
• Strong interpersonal skills to build and foster positive client relationships
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD
• PLC Programming is a plus