Your JobOptimized Process Designs (OPD), a Koch Engineered Solutions company, is seeking an
Instrumentation Lead to join their team. The role is responsible for leading and managing the specification and procurement of all instrumentation in an EPC project, from early development phase to commissioning and turnover. The ideal candidate for this role will have experience with customer interaction, detailed design to construction and has previously worked in SmartPlant Instrumentation (SPI). This role will not only be the point person on a project for Instrumentation, but will also participate in instrumentation specification and design.
This role will sit at our headquarters in Katy, TX Monday - Friday. This role is not open to Visa sponsorship. What You Will Do- Lead the Instrumentation scope throughout the project lifecycle, from project development through commissioning and turnover, ensuring safe and timely project execution.
- Develop, review, and markup P&IDs to ensure compliance with company, client, ISA, and applicable industry standards while maintaining accurate project documentation within SPI.
- Own the specification, selection and procurement of instrumentation, including control valves, regulators, flowmeters, and pressure, temperature, level and flow measurement devices.
- Collaborate with vendors and procurement teams to obtain quotations, perform technical bid evaluations, issue purchase orders, and ensure instrumentation is delivered to support project and field installation schedules.
- Review equipment packages and instrument installation requirements to ensure compliance with project specifications, client requirements, and constructability needs.
- Coordinate effectively with Process, Mechanical, Civil/Structural, Electrical, Procurement, Construction, and Commissioning teams to remove barriers and achieve project objectives.
- Ensure maintenance of accurate and timely Instrument Indexes, Datasheets, Instrument Project Plans and Trackers, and SPI databases in accordance with departmental and project standards.
- Support construction and commissioning activities by resolving technical issues and ensuring instrumentation readiness.
- Build trusted relationships with clients, vendors, contractors, and internal stakeholders through proactive communication and a commitment to delivering value.
- Develop team capability through coaching, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement of work processes and standards.
Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)- Associate's degree or higher in an engineering or technology discipline
- Experience with EPC project flow in refinery, chemical, power plant or midstream industries
- Working knowledge of Codes and Standards such as API, PIP, ASME, ISA, etc.
What Will Put You Ahead- Experience using SmartPlant Instrumentation (SPI) software
- Experience with Fisher control valve sizing software
- Professional Engineering license
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