Instrument Engineer, Senior

Audubon is seeking a Senior Instrument Engineer in our Metairie, LA office. The Senior Instrument Engineer will perform instrument engineering assignments associated with designing equipment, components, structures or systems. 

Job Function & Responsibilities:  

• Independently prepare intermediate to advanced level specifications for project assignments detailing client performance requirements, specific component needs, design requirements, applicable design codes, and vendor drawing requirements. 
• Prepare engineering sketches, perform engineering calculations and develop analysis models for complex project assignments. 
• Review and/or approve vendor drawings for compliance with project specifications. 
• Interact and communicate effectively with clients, subcontractors, vendors and other consultants. 
• Set realistic expectations and ensure assigned projects are completed according to schedule and within budget. 
• Adhere to company quality standards and follow engineering checking and approval procedures. 
• Comply with all company and client health, safety, security and environmental (HSSE) standards as well as federal and local HSSE regulations. 
• Actively participate in company and client hazard identification and observation programs, and immediately report any unsafe acts, conditions or incidents to your supervisor. 
• Interact with drafting/design group to develop and review engineering drawings. 
• Visit job-sites to evaluate site, project requirements, and conditions. 
• Visit vendor facilities to inspect equipment for compliance with requirements/specifications. 
• Prepare inquiry and purchase requisitions as well as bid tabulations associated with equipment purchases. 
• Perform checking of engineering drawings and mathematical calculations. 
• Adhere to safe design practices, while focusing on identifying cost saving opportunities. 
• Plan and manage workload, budgets and project resources, requesting assistance as necessary. 
• Develop, review and/or approve conceptual and detailed engineering design packages. 
• Assist in the development of internal design guidelines, specifications, and design control procedures. 
• Assess feasibility of projects by assessing materials, costs and time requirements, applying knowledge and techniques of engineering and advanced mathematics.
• Utilize complex and repetitive calculations. 
• Prepare or direct preparation and modification of reports, specifications, plans, and/or construction schedules for projects. 
• Analyze and examine different strategies, equations and applications to ensure appropriate procedures are applied and/or utilized. 
• Resolve design and development issues. 
• Manage client relationships and develop repeat business opportunities. 
• Compile discipline-specific man-hour estimates and Total Installed Cost estimates based on client provided project scope. 
• Manage and forecast man-hour requirements and schedules associated with discipline-specific project scope. 
• Assess challenges and potential risks of planned projects, including construction costs, government regulations, potential environmental hazards and other factors. 
• Undertake initiatives for risk management and appropriate steps to address it. 
• Undertake technical and feasibility studies including site investigations. 
• May lead medium to large scope multi-discipline projects and manage day to day workflow within a group or project; may delegate assignments, distribute workload, establish work deadlines, and issue reports to immediate supervisor regarding completion of work. 
• Responsible for providing feedback to immediate supervisor regarding co-worker’s performance and any work related issues, including those that might lead to disciplinary actions. 
• Provide advice and assistance on work techniques, best practices, and subject matter expertise to co-workers. 
• Serve as Engineer in Responsible Charge as assigned, and adhere to regulations regarding PE sealing requirements specific to assigned projects. 
   

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering required. 
• Bachelor’s Degree from ABET Accredited Institution preferred. 
• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering preferred. 
• Engineer in Training (EIT) Certification preferred.. 
• Field experience preferred. 
• Industry experience preferred. 
• Minimum of 12 years of experience preferred. 
• Medium/large multi-discipline project lead experience preferred.
• Smart Plant Instrumentation (SPI), Control Valve Sizing, Meter Sizing and Relief Valve Sizing software experience preferred. 
• Working knowledge of the design of instrumented control and safety systems preferred. 
• Working knowledge of instrument and electrical design codes (ISA, NEC, API, etc.) preferred. 
• Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal. 
• Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work related problems. 
• Ability to comprehend instructions and request clarification as necessary.
• Ability to work in a team oriented environment. 
• Ability to communicate effectively with others verbally and in writing. 
• Ability to organize and direct a project to completion 
   

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