I&C Engineer - The Planet Group
Lansing, MI 48120
About the Job
Job Description
Our client who owns and operates a global portfolio of power stations is looking for a Commissioning I&C Engineer.
Key Accountabilities
Key Accountabilities
- Technical support and prompt closure of issues requiring engineering
- Engineering design and execution for control devices
- Health, safety and environmental compliance – personally and of works delivered
- Planned engineering activity and project delivery (on time, to budget, to standard)
- Commissioning and start up support related to I&C equipment
- Actively promote health and safety including oneself and others in the workplace
- Ensure safe working procedures and the implementation for all work
- Prepare technical specifications, datasheets and calculations for process equipment
- Specify/select appropriate I&C equipment for use in an installation
- Check, review and develop engineering designs, estimates, proposals, standards, and operational guides with other disciplines for operations and projects
- Provide cost-effective solutions that minimize risk
- Act as a technical consultant to all departments within the organization
- Review designs and estimates associated with project proposals
- Coordinate the safe execution of instrumentation, controls, and electrical work, as required
- Provide guidance/review of process and related design methodology
- Lead commissioning for I&C aspects in accordance with first gas and pre-startup safety review procedures and requirements
- Provide supervisory and technical assistance for any onsite commissioning work
- Support to the environmental permitting and statutory approvals for each site as it relates to controls; measurement knowledge a plus
- Knowledge of PLC, I/O, HMI, SCADA, drives, sensors, meters, and other control systems
- Knowledge of engineering deliverables such as piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), cause and effect diagrams, process control narratives, safe operating limits
- Work with procurement to engage third party contractors and vendors
- Deliverables: drawings, calculations, specifications, data sheets, quotations, scopes of work, inspections & test plans, test documents
- Inspect, test & verify instrumentation and controls devices and integration
- Identify opportunities for improvement in reliability of plant operations
- Participate in process hazard analyses (e.g. HAZOP) and Management of Change as required for project delivery and operations projects
- Work closely with technical development teams and other organizational disciplines to develop engineering designs, standards, and guides for operational and project-based work in the following areas:
- Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) generation and processing
- Landfill gas power generation
- Diesel and gas fuel power generation
- Combined-cycle power generation
- Piping systems and pipelines
- Other technologies and activities as developed by the Company
- Ability to work in a dynamic, changeable environment, including management of conflicting priorities in high-pressure situations
- Committed and motivated to achieving company and team goals and objectives
- Ability to provide customer service in specific technical disciplines to suit organizational requirements
- Ability to communicate effectively with staff, contractors and other parties
- Ability to participate in a multi-disciplined, multi-skilled work environment as a team player
- Trustworthy and honest, with respect for leadership, peers, subordinates, and systems
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Computer literacy using MS Word, MS Excel and MMS systems
- Experience in DCS Systems (e.g. DeltaV), SCADA (e.g. Ignition), and AVEVA PI systems
- Experience in working with industry standards as it relates to I&C (e.g. safety-instrumented systems, alarm management, safety of machinery, safety critical devices)
- Ability to demonstrate effective time management, organizational skills and disciplined work habits
- Demonstrated initiative, motivation and high personal work standards
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Safety knowledge and leadership, particularly in Electrical Safety, Management of Change, Pre-Startup Safety Reviews, and Process Hazard Analysis
- Travel up to 50% as required for project commissioning and operational needs
- Formal engineering qualifications at engineering degree level (prefer electrical or chemical with controls experience)
- Minimum of 5 years of experience
- Experience in construction, 24/7 operations, and/or field environment
- Experience in Renewable Energy, Natural Gas, Utilities, or other energy industries
- Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
- Ability to work across time zones, as required
- Additional experience in power generation, reciprocating gas and diesel engines, gas turbine, steam boiler/turbines, and associated plant process equipment is valuable
Source : The Planet Group