Senior Instrumentation & Controls Engineer

Middough Inc. - 'TOP WORKPLACES' Award Winner!

Senior Instrumentation & Controls Engineer - Position and Responsibilities

As a Senior Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Engineer with Middough, you will be a part of a project team from inception to completion. In this role, you will collect and prepare data / information and perform detailed engineering calculations and also interact with the design staff, senior department team members, project management, contractors, and our valued clients. The Senior I&C Engineer demonstrates technical / professional growth annually by maintaining active membership in professional organizations.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following :

Work on multiple projects of moderate size or portions of major projects.

Design complete I&C solutions based on project scope definition.

Prepare project documentation including but not limited to bills of material, calculations, data sheets, detailed drawings, specifications, technical reports, and test plans.

Coordinate tasks with engineers, designers, and administrative staff.

Perform technical evaluation of bids and recommend best value design which meets client requirements for operability, reliability, maintainability, and safety.

Participate in safety reviews (i.e., HAZID, HAZOP).

Lead field work by evaluating installations and performing problem-solving activities.

Perform calculation checks and vendor drawing reviews.

Serve as lead for single-discipline projects by estimating work hours, developing scope of work, making staffing recommendations, and checking drawings.

Interact with other engineering teams and suppliers to obtain pertinent information.

Manage the scope of the project work, address scope and work changes, adjust the project deliverables as necessary, and complete the project work based on the budget and scheduled time frame.

Present project information to both internal and external client audiences.

Work within the given budget and schedule parameters, as well as develop engineering internal time estimates for engineering and design.

Education, Experience and Skills

The successful candidate will possess the following :

Bachelor of Science in an Engineering discipline required.

10+ years of experience performing engineering analysis and design functions with 10+ years of experience leading engineering projects in a variety of industries including greenfield and brownfield projects.

Professional Engineer license preferred.

Understanding of NEC / ISA standards.

Strong skill set in understanding PFD's, P&ID's, and Cause & Effect Matrices.

Experience with selecting and configuring DCS / PLC platforms including HMI and reporting software packages.

Strong background in control system architecture and interface solutions including configuration of switches, servers, and operator workstations.

Experience specifying field instrumentation and process analyzers for applications including basic process control, safety instrumented systems and fire and gas detection; includes development of installation details and loop drawings.

Experience with estimating engineering project costs.

Ability to function as a project engineer when necessary.

Working knowledge of Smart Plant Instrumentation, Databases and AutoCAD, Microsoft Office products.

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and attention to detail abilities.

Ability to multitask and organize for project efficiency.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Physical Requirements

The characteristics described below are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing duties of this position, the successful candidate will :

Remain in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.

Frequently walk, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, balance, stoop or kneel, bend or twist, use repeating motions that may include the wrists / hands / fingers and talk and hear.

Frequently use up-close vision, distance vision, depth perceptions, and the ability to adjust focus.

Should not expect adverse environmental conditions within company offices.

May be exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as climbing ladders and / or stairs, extreme heat and / or cold, and / or poor air quality) if or when on-site at a client facility. Noise levels may be moderate to high at various client sites, hearing protection may be required and / or provided. Safety protections provided by the client and / or company are required to be used and followed.

May require occasional car or air travel to other company locations or client sites.

This position requires the candidate / employee to possess and maintain a valid driver's license in their state of residence and auto insurance coverage.

About Middough

Middough Inc. (Middough), founded in 1950, is a leading professional engineering, architecture and project solutions company providing services to a broad spectrum of Fortune 500 clients in nine core industries with offices across the Central, Midwest and Northeast regions. Our diversified team is our greatest asset, and they are challenged with a large variety of interesting projects, management and technical development opportunities and team building experiences. Middough employs the best and brightest individuals who share our passion for excellence and who are dedicated to client satisfaction, quality service, safety awareness and professional development.

What Middough Offers

We offer a growth and learning culture which encourages and supports employee development through a wide variety of tools and resources such as the company Learning Management System, Middough Learning Center. Middough provides an opportunity to bring your talents and expertise to a successful and growing organization for your career advancement goals. Additionally, we offer a highly competitive compensation and the following comprehensive benefits package, based on eligibility and plan terms / changes :

A hybrid work model for work-life flexibility (based on business and client needs)

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Company paid Short / Long Term Disability, Life, AD&D, and Travel Insurance

Health Saving and Flexible Spending Accounts

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off, Company Paid Holidays

Tuition Assistance

Paid Certifications and Registrations (as applicable)

Employee Assistance Program

Middough participates in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Social Security Administration (SSA) E-Verify program to confirm work authorization.