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Senior Instrumentation & Controls EngineerProgressive Design • Midlothian, VA, US
Senior Instrumentation & Controls Engineer

Senior Instrumentation & Controls Engineer

Progressive Design • Midlothian, VA, US
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Job Description

Job Description

Progressive Design, Inc. is currently seeking a Senior Instrumentation & Controls Engineer.   This is a  full time / onsite position  located in  Midlothian, Virginia (Richmond, VA area).

Key Requirements & Responsibilities :

  • Primarily engaged in the design, modeling, and analysis of I & C engineering requirements on small to mid-sized heavy industrial projects.
  • Planning and executing Instrumentation engineering design for field instrumentation, Distributed Control System (DCS), Supervisory control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Integrated Control System (ICS), Fire and Gas, Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) and Telecommunications systems. This entails the preparation of basic design, detailed design of the instrumentation and controls part of the project.

Job Responsibilities :

  • Contribute to the development of P&ID’s with respect to measurement and control.
  • Develop control narratives.
  • Specify process instrumentation and develop installation details.
  • Size control valves using appropriate software.
  • Develop specifications and data sheets for instrumentation, analyzers, control systems and actuated valves.
  • Route conduit and cable tray.
  • Calculate tray and conduit fill.
  • Accurately estimate completion of assigned tasks.
  • Develop a construction cost estimate, a detailed engineering schedule and a man-hour budget for a small project or an area for a larger project.
  • Act as discipline engineer of record for projects that require professional engineering certification.
  • Utilize department design and drafting standards.
  • Project scope, specifications and design criteria upon assignment to a project task team.
  • Recognize and communicate scope and design changes promptly.
  • Coordinate work activities with other staff members and the discipline lead.
  • Produce detail design calculations and sketches for materials of construction associated with the project. Calculations produced will be neatly prepared and organized for efficient checking by others and efficient use by drafters / designers for preparing drawings and as a deliverable when required.
  • Produce installation specifications.
  • Develop conceptual layouts and cost studies as necessary to determine the simplest, most efficient approach to solving engineering tasks at hand.
  • Check calculations made by other engineers to ensure accuracy, conformance to codes, specifications, design criteria and conformance to good engineering practice.
  • Assist the drafting group in resolving routine layout and detailing problems. It is your responsibility to furnish sufficient sketches and details necessary for completion of engineering drawings.
  • Consult with design leaders from other disciplines to ensure the smooth flow of vital information necessary for the scheduled completion of the project.
  • Assist other engineers in developing and assembling scopes, drawings and specifications into a “package”, enabling electrical / instrumentation purchase inquiries to be issued for procurement of materials or subcontract pricing.
  • Estimating and scheduling professional service hours and assessing the progress and quality of electrical / instrumentation work.
  • Preparing data sheets, cause and effect diagrams, logic verifications, input to interdepartmental interfaces.

    • Job Requirements :

  • Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university is required.
  • Professional Engineering registration is highly preferred.
  • 5+ years of relevant industrial experience in electrical and instrumentation engineering.
  • Knowledge and application of the current version of the National Electrical Code (NEC).
  • Ability to identify and develop work sharing packages for interoffice execution support. Provide leadership to ensure communication and execution of work within scope, schedule and budget.
  • Knowledge of the standards that apply to instrumentation and controls (ISA).
  • Programming experience with Programmable Logic controller (PLC), Human Machine Interface (HMI), and / or Distributed Control System (DCS) equipment.
  • Familiarity with specifications and installation details of construction bulk materials and equipment.
  • Knowledge and understanding of schedule constraints and information requirements for the production of all instrumentation deliverables.
  • Experience is in Index, I / O List, Data sheets and Loop drawings.
  • Working knowledge of CAD software, either AutoCAD, Microstation or both.

    • Benefits :

    We offer a fast paced, exciting work environment with a competitive compensation package including : Health Care Benefits, Paid Time Off & Holidays, Flexible work schedules, Work life balance, 401K match, paid overtime, performance based bonus, and tuition reimbursement.

    Company Overview :

    We hire the best in Engineering & Design!  Hands-on experience, years of industry knowledge, continuous training, and commitment to excellence are some of the attributes that make Progressive Design’s professional staff the best at what we do.  The company has experienced consistent growth and on-going success from hiring the right people that focus on client success, embrace an entrepreneurial spirit and demonstrate the highest integrity.

    Progressive Design, Inc. (PDI) is a private, family-owned, Heavy Industrial Engineering & Design Consulting firm that provides valued engineering services.  Founded in 1986 by Robert Ranson, Progressive Design has grown to become one of the largest privately held multi-discipline engineering firms in central Virginia. In 2021, Robert’s daughter and Progressive Design President, Erica Burgess, acquired ownership and established Progressive Design as a Woman-Owned business.

    Our team’s knowledge and hands-on experience can take projects from concept to startup. As a full service, multi-discipline engineering consulting firm, we support manufacturing facilities and clients in many key areas including : EPC / Turnkey projects, project feasibility studies, process improvement analysis, new process design, process upgrades, air pollution abatement technology and integration, environmental compliance, product design, industrial capital projects, and detailed project / construction estimates.

    We serve Fortune 500 companies in industries such as chemical, tobacco, power, films, fibers, plastics, paper, pharmaceuticals, metals, food and beverage, and discrete manufacturing.

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