Job Summary / Purpose The I&C Engineer is responsible for supporting all aspects of Plant and Pipeline Operations as it pertains to instrumentation and controls. This person will provide design/installation support for plant modifications and additions as well as provide I&C troubleshooting and surveillance support for existing Operations and Maintenance.
Essential Duties / Functions- Coordination with other engineering disciplines, review operations requirements, vendor drawings/manuals, Piping & Instrument Diagrams (P&IDs) and Mechanical System Descriptions to determine control and instrument functional requirements
- Selection of instrumentation and control valves based on application requirements
- Support Operations and Maintenance efforts through engagement of I&C activities
- Maintain and control plant operations within safe operating limits through I&C activities
- Ensuring that the system design complies with all applicable Golden Pass and industry specifications, codes, regulations, and standards
- Comply with Safety Policies, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Work Management Processes (WMS)
- Read, Interpret and Comprehend Manuals, Policies, Engineering Standards, Regulations, Instrument Drawings, and Schematics/Diagrams, including Electrical, Pneumatic and PIDs
- Troubleshooting Hardware and Software Related Issues involving Instrumentation and Controls
- Recording and Documenting Changes or Discrepancies Identified in Control Schemes, Company Documentation or Application Databases through a Facility MOC Process
- Steward the Golden Pass instrumentation surveillance program
- Maintain site I&C engineering specifications, ensuring they stay current with industry codes and standards
- Assume responsible engineer role for MOC's
Minimum RequirementsMinimum
education required of the position
- High School Diploma or GED
- Bachelor's degree (Electrical, Mechanical, Computer Science, Chemical, or related engineering field from an accredited institution)
Minimum
experience required of the position
- Minimum of 5 years of related experience in petroleum or chemical manufacturing facility with LNG facility experience preferred
- Must have knowledge of general Industrial Health, Safety and Environmental management systems and practices
- Experience with cryogenic refrigeration, gas processing, and/or steam
- Experience with PLC and PCS programming and troubleshooting
- General knowledge of:
- Smart Plant Instrumentation Tool
- Integrated Control and Safety Systems Architectures and Operation
- Electrical Control and Monitoring Systems and Equipment
- Instrumentation and Control Valves and Proper Fit for Application
- Integrated Control and Safety Systems Architectures and Operation
- Electrical Control and Monitoring Systems and Equipment
- Instrumentation and Control Valves and Proper Fit for Application
- Wireless Technology and Devices
- Process Control Philosophy and Methodology
- Application Management and Support
- Virtualization Technology and Concepts
- Automation Programming and Languages (IEC 61131-3)
- HMI Graphics Development and Deployment
- Alarm Management and Event Detection Processes
- Process Historians and Data Collection
- Temporary Defeat and Bypass Management Execution
- IACS Cybersecurity Standards and Best Practices (ISA/IEC 62243)
Minimum
knowledge, skills and abilities required of the position
- Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to create a strong team environment
- Self-starter with ability to work strategically under little direction
- Ability to focus on meeting/exceeding performance parameters
- Strong attention to details
- Thorough understanding of instrumentation, controls, and control systems
- Proficient in Control System programming and troubleshooting, including PLCs and PCSs
- Able to direct activities of I&C contractors and vendors
Required
Job Competencies for this position
- Ability to earn trust and alignment with stakeholders
- Strategic thinking skills with ability to visualize the big picture and manage tactical details
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong analysis and critical thinking skills
Any
certificates, licenses, etc. required for the position
- State issued Current and Valid Driver's License
- Maintain or ability to maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card in good standing status
Working Conditions- Normally outside in typical Texas weather for 8 hour shifts with periodic health breaks
- During emergencies and process upsets, potential exists for overtime past the normal shift
Physical Requirements- Field environment physical requirements such as lifting, climbing, walking, standing, kneeling, etc.
- Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times
Other- Not all aspects of the job are covered by the description - may require "other duties as assigned"
- Job may change over time in accordance with business needs
- Job description does not guarantee employment
