
Electrical and Instrumentation Designer
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Electrical and Instrumentation DesignerUnder general supervision, you will independently apply advanced engineering techniques, makes decisions on engineering problems and methods, and represent the organization in conferences to resolve important questions or to negotiate with key engineers and officials of other organizations. You will provide technical guidance to designers and less experienced engineers and is consulted extensively by associates and others with a high degree of reliance placed on scientific interpretations and advice. Job role is responsible for a measurable asset such as an assigned staff and budget.
This position is assigned to a client site in Ingleside, TX. Work will be performed full time at site. No relocation or per diem will be offered.
RESPONSIBILITES
Responsible for design for electrical systems and components for heavy industrial facilities in the Power, Chemical or Refinery industries
Responsible for preparing design and detail drawings for installation of electrical systems and equipment including motors, controls, panels and wiring, starting and protective devices, substation and distribution circuits, and cable tray and conduit routing
Assist in conducting Electrical reviews of all project packages prior to RFC to ensure that quality procedures were followed
Review project design estimates and work scopes for new project
REQUIREMENTS
Minimum 5 to 15 years of applicable industry electrical design experience within the chemical and industrial industry
Experience in working with and mentoring designers/team members
Experience in communicating job packages/projects with construction and plant personal.
Experience in specifying vendor instrument equipment and reading vendor manuals.
Have a working knowledge of the NEC Codes.
Experience in voltage drop calculations, wiring sizing and conduit fill calculations.
Experience in creating and modifying P&I diagrams, loop sheets, single lines, logics and electrical schematics.
Experience in 24kV to 480-volt power distribution systems, lighting, schematic wiring diagrams, cable / raceway sizing, lightning protection and grounding required
Experience in developing scopes of work, task analysis, material list and project schedules
Proficiency with 2D MicroStation or AutoCAD is required.
Experience in Microsoft (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc...) is required.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Work is located at a chemical plant and requires exposure to ambient temperature extremes
Work may require using and wearing personal protective equipment such as fire-retardant clothing, hearing and eye protection, hard hat and steel-toed boots
Day-to-day physical requirements involve standard office activities including sitting/standing for extended periods of time, attending meetings, use of keyboard and mouse repetitively, lifting and carrying less than 20 lbs. frequently, etc.
Work requires moderate physical exertion including walking to operating areas and walking up stairs
May require walking the project property
BENEFITS
KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits, which could include a 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.
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KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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