Technical Lead -Electrical, Controls and Instrumentation Engineer

Job Description

This position supports the project management group by providing design review, development of

specifications and overall support of plant electrical, instrumentation and controls projects. This

individual will be expected to have a high level of knowledge of plant systems that include; electrical

switchgear, motor control centers, VFDs, actuated valves, transmitters, PLC and DCS systems. Working

with related discipline engineers the ECI engineer will provide guidance on how to best select and

integrate new equipment into the plant. The ECI engineer will also be responsible for managing their

own projects related to their field of discipline. The individual will participate in the review of vendor

documents providing comments, markups and ensuring the project’s requirements are being meet and

comply with all applicable codes and standards. The position is multi-faceted with responsibilities that

will vary dependent on the projects’ needs but will include; directly supporting responses to submittals,

RFIs, the review of schedules, change orders and will assist in providing on site construction support. The

ECI engineer reports directly to the Project Manager.

Responsibilities

Participates in project meetings, staying informed of project status and actively supporting the project’s

technical needs as the instrumentation, controls and electrical subject matter expert.

Support the company’s LNG facilities as necessary to troubleshoot problems related to installed systems.

Assists Project Manager and Lead Engineer in the successful implementation of projects including

supporting the planning, execution, development, engineering, and project management of LNG capital

projects.

Ensures all work is performed in accordance with NFPA A, E, CFR , Article of the NEC and

all other applicable codes and standards.

Assists in the development of project budgets, estimates project costs, prepares bid specifications,

performs equipment analysis and selection.

Responds to submittals and RFIs allowing for their timely response.

Supports the development of new process and equipment procedures.

Records information to ensure project is appropriately documented for future regulatory review.

Identifies and documents lessons learned for their use in future projects.

Responsible for the execution of projects related to medium voltage power systems, controls systems,

security systems, supporting cyber security, instrumentation and other related projects.

Helps to ensure the projects meet pre-determined objectives concerning quality, adherence to technical

specifications, reliability, schedule and budget.

Obtains, oversees, integrates and coordinates internal and external resources necessary to ensure

materials, equipment and services are delivered on time.

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Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Experience working as part of an engineering, maintenance, technology or construction project team in

support of power, manufacturing or process plant construction and maintenance.

Must deal with short time frames and handle multiple competing priorities

Must be independently motivated and able to work without detailed direction.

Must support on site construction activities, monitoring quality and providing feedback.

Must have a strong ability to interpret drawings and other technical documents.

Must have a strong understanding of the technical principles of AC and DC power, hazardous area

classifications, transformers, switchgear, motor control centers, VFDs, motors, UPS systems,

instrumentation, actuated valves, fiber optics, analog and digital controls and systems, and other

engineering skills as they relate to process plants.

Must be capable of performing field related duties which may include, but are not limited to : climbing,

walking on uneven surfaces and working during inclement weather conditions.

Very strong organization practices.

Requires excellent written and oral communication skills, effectively interfacing with stakeholders.

Must be able to perform basic calculations to confirm sizing of equipment and conductors.

Skilled with MS Office (Word / Excel / PowerPoint)

Education / Experience

Master’s or Bachelor’s Degree in electrical, computers, mechanical chemical, process, petroleum, or

other related engineering discipline, plus eight () years work experience; OR

Associate’s Degree in electrical, computers, mechanical, chemical, process, petroleum, or other related

engineering discipline, plus ten () years work experience; OR

Minimum of fifteen () years relevant work experience in electrical, computers, mechanical, chemical,

process, petroleum, or other related engineering discipline.

Licenses & Certifications

Professional Engineer (PE) (Preferred)

Massachusetts Master or Journeyman Electrical License (Preferred)

ISA Certification (Preferred)

Job Summary :

• Technical Lead plans, coordinates, and performs engineering assignments in support of the design, analysis, evaluation, retrofit, operation, and maintenance of assigned facilities or projects.
• Assumes direct responsibility for the coordination of assigned projects.

Essential Functions :

• Performs analysis and evaluations with regard to operational events with safety significance.
• Implements design change / retrofits, including procedure preparation, procurement, craft liaison, retesting, and design document updating.
• Recommends corrective action based on a review of system operations.
• Performs technical review of design for facilities under construction.
• Performs technical reviews of purchase requisitions to specify technical and documentation requirements.
• Technical Lead coordinates personnel, develops schedules, and evaluates work plans required to support assignments.
• Responds to requests for engineering / technical assistance from other departments.
• Prepares cost-benefit analyses in support of proposed engineering assignments.
• Interfaces with other technologists and engineers to provide assistance in the implementation of their projects.
• Resolves regulatory commitments, including Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) bulletins and inspections, American Nuclear Insurers (ANI) inspections, and other regulatory requirements, such as PUCA, DPU, FEC, etc.
• Performs engineering calculations as necessary to effect design verification, installation, and component procurement.
• Prepares input to regulatory submittals and other special reports necessary to maintain the facilities in a licensed condition.
• Represents as an active participant on industry committees, professional societies, or special owners' groups governing the utility field, as assigned.

Benefits :

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
• k Retirement Fund
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