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Description The Senior Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Engineer will support and lead the design and development of process/plant/building control systems for distributed generation and district energy projects, including electric, steam, chilled water, hot water, and cogeneration facilities. This position will execute and lead I&C engineering activities across the full project lifecycle on Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) and traditional Design-Bid-Build (DBB) projects, ensuring deliverables are completed in accordance with project scope, schedule, budget, and quality requirements. The Senior I&C Engineer will serve as a discipline lead and primary client interface for I&C-related scope, providing technical direction, oversight, and mentorship to staff engineers while coordinating with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver integrated engineering solutions across varying project delivery methods. Key Responsibilities: + Lead I&C engineering activities across all project phases, including Front-End Loading (FEL-1, FEL-2, FEL-3), detailed design, procurement, construction, and commissioning, for both EPC and Design-Bid-Build projects. + Serve as the primary client point of contact for I&C scope: + Interface directly with clients to define requirements, scope, and design expectations. + Present technical solutions, studies, and design packages. + Support resolution of technical issues and incorporate client feedback into design. + Support early project development and FEL activities, including: + Scope definition and development. + Control system and instrumentation philosophy development. + Conceptual and preliminary design packages. + Input to capital cost estimates and project schedules. + Lead the design and development of process control systems (DCS and/or PLC), including: + Control system architecture and network design. + I/O lists and system configuration requirements. + Control narratives, logic diagrams, and cause & effect diagrams. + HMI/graphics design concepts. + Development of interlock matrices and control philosophies. + Develop and manage instrumentation design deliverables, including: + Instrument lists and index development. + Instrument data sheets and specifications. + Instrument installation details and location plans. + Wiring diagrams, loop diagrams, and interconnection drawings. + Support and coordinate the development of Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) in collaboration with process and mechanical engineering teams. + Perform instrumentation engineering calculations and sizing, including: + Control valves and regulators. + Flow measurement devices (e.g., orifice plates, mag meters, etc.). + Thermowells and other field instruments. + Apply knowledge of measurement technologies and control strategies to select appropriate instrumentation for process variables such as pressure, temperature, flow, level, and analytical measurements. + Develop control system design criteria, functional specifications, and system requirements in alignment with project and client standards. + Participate in process safety activities, including Hazard and Operability (HAZOP) studies and design reviews, and incorporate findings into control system design. + Lead procurement support activities for I&C scope, including: + Development of technical specifications and RFQ documentation. + Technical bid evaluations and vendor selection support. + Review and approval of vendor submittals. + Coordinate with control system vendors and third-party suppliers to ensure compliance with project requirements, including participation in Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT). + Perform quality reviews of engineering deliverables to ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and company procedures. + Provide technical support during construction, installation, and commissioning phases, including field inspections and issue resolution. + Lead field investigations, site visits, and data collection efforts for both new and existing facilities. + Provide leadership, mentorship, and technical guidance to assistant and staff engineers: + Delegate work assignments and review deliverables. + Support technical development and knowledge sharing within the team. + Coordinate effectively with other engineering and architectural disciplines to ensure a cohesive and integrated design approach. + Prepare and present technical reports, studies, and documentation for clients and internal stakeholders. + Ensure compliance with company, client, and site safety policies. Qualifications + Bachelor Degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program and 7 years electrical engineering experience. EPC project experience preferred. + Bachelor Degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and 7 years electrical engineering experience. EPC project experience preferred. + Master Degree in Electrical Engineering and 6 years electrical engineering experience. EPC project experience preferred. + Expert knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures. Strong knowledge of electrical equipment design ANSI and IEEE Standards. Strong computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite). + Excellent written and verbal communication skills. + Experience with leading the discipline design for large projects and delegating work tasks to team members. Ability to lead execution of work and resolve issues in a team environment. + Demonstrated critical thinking skills, ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment. + Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills. + Ability to perform quality reviews for detailed engineering documents and specifications. + Ability to travel. + Must have or be able to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC). + Professional Engineer (PE) License Preferred Preferred: + Demonstrated experience serving in a client-facing technical role and leading I&C discipline design efforts on multi-disciplinary projects. + Strong knowledge of instrumentation and control system design principles, practices, and industry standards (ISA, ANSI, IEEE). + Experience supporting process safety reviews (e.g., HAZOP, PHA, etc.) and developing interlock/control documentation. This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled. EEO/Disabled/Veterans Job Instrumentation & Controls Engineering Primary Location US-MO-Kansas City Other Locations US-TX-Fort Worth, US-TX-Dallas, US-NC-Raleigh Schedule: Full-time Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time Req ID: 261321 Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-KJ #GFS