Instrumentation & Controls Designer
MDA Edge - Pleasant Hill
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$56.21/hr - $60.15/hr
Job Summary: As an Instrumentation Designer you will work with project teams to complete the design of the instrumentation scope of projects. You will support a variety of diverse projects. In this role you will be responsible for preparation and revisions to detail and assembly drawings using Computer Aided Drafting Systems (CAD). You will coordinate and consult with Engineers to create designs, layouts, and detailed components/systems. You will review and analyze technical specifications, sketches, drawings, ideas, and related data to prepare drawings and assist in design drafting. You will receive supervision from a senior Designer.
Additional Responsibilities & Expectations:
- Ability to use AutoCAD, Excel, Word, and SmartPlant (SPI) to generate instrumentation construction packages for field Instrument and Electrical work direction that include: a work summary, equipment quotes for procurement, drawings, data sheets, nameplate schedules, etc.
- Understanding and ability to create, update or modify P&ID's, Loop Diagrams, Connection Diagrams, Data/Spec Sheets, Installation Details, Block Diagrams, Schematic diagrams, ladder logic diagrams, Terminal/Junction box layout and connection, Fiber Optic connections, Network diagrams, layout, and plan drawings.
- Understanding of Electronic and Pneumatic instruments, Control Valves, Analyzers, Flow, Level, Pressure Temperature and Vibration instruments.
- Able to connect devices using analog, digital, wireless, hardwired and network signal types.
- Ability to design diagrams to connect various control system platforms such as DCS, Analyzer systems, PLC's, HMI's, Network switches and media converters, Power supplies, multiplexers and stand-alone controllers.
- Working knowledge of the NEC codes and ability to calculate wire fills and conduit routing.
- Working knowledge of NFPA, ISA and IEEE Standards.
- 5+ years of related work experience (less experience combined with discipline related education will be considered).
- Associate degree in an engineering or scientific discipline; or specialized courses in design, electronics, electrical, process control; or Certificate from an Instrumentation Technical School or equivalent.
- Experience in the specification (including completing data sheets in SPI) and application of various field instrumentation including transmitters, flow meters, control valves and other field devices is desirable.
- AutoCAD proficiency is a must. Experience with SPI/INtools wiring is highly desired.
- Ability to be badged for PSM governed facility which require TWIC card and in-depth drug screening.
- Working knowledge of PLC and DCS systems with SPI for instrumentation data base updates and loops generation. Able to evaluate equipment in the field, including climbing ladders, flights of stairs, etc.
- 5+ years of related work experience (less experience combined with discipline related education will be considered).
- Associate degree in an engineering or scientific discipline; or specialized courses in design, electronics, electrical, process control; or Certificate from an Instrumentation Technical School or equivalent.
- Experience in the specification (including completing data sheets in SPI) and application of various field instrumentation including transmitters, flow meters, control valves and other field devices is desirable.
- AutoCAD proficiency is a must. Experience with SPI/INtools wiring is highly desired.
- Working knowledge of PLC and DCS systems with SPI for instrumentation database updates and loops generation. Able to evaluate equipment in the field, including climbing ladders, flights of stairs, etc.
- This is an on-site position and requires the ability to be badged for PSM governed facility which require TWIC card and in-depth drug screening.
- While performing duties of this job, you would occasionally be required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop or kneel, talk and hear (this includes being able to hear and talk on site-based communication equipment), distinguish between various colors, be able to hear safety tones/notifications, and use fingers and hands to feel objects, tools, temperature or controls.
- Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, depth perceptions, and the ability to adjust focus.
- Overtime may be necessary as workload dictates. This may include weekdays, weekends and/or holidays.
- Job duties will generally be performed at a client's office, client site, production facility or industrial/construction job site. Day to day job direction will typically be lead by our Clients designated project leader.
- Conditions and/or schedule will vary at each Client location, but the conditions listed above will generally apply.
- Candidates will be required to follow our clients' site based rules and protocols regarding infectious diseases.
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