B.S. in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
3+ years of SIS experience in project or reliability roles.
5+ years of instrumentation experience in project or reliability roles.
Familiar with ISA / ANSI-84.00.01 and IEC 61508/61511-1 standards.
Experienced in Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) and Layer of Protection Analysis (LOPA).
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
Self-motivated and detail-oriented.
Responsibilities
Evaluate instrumentation recommendations from HAZOP/LOPA studies for project implementation.
Develop SIS & IPL implementation plans based on HAZOP/LOPA outcomes.
Define job scope for SIS and IPL projects, updating necessary documentation.
Manage MOCs for instrumentation projects stemming from studies.
Submit EWR for capital funding of permanent mitigation projects.
Participate in PHA and assist in rationalizing study recommendations.
Share best practices for instrument systems with the corporate SIS tech team.
Benefits
Access to professional development resources.
Opportunities for team-building and collaboration.
Work in a dynamic office environment in Lake Charles, LA.
Exposure to cutting-edge safety systems and engineering practices.
Engagement with industry standards and compliance processes.
Full Job Description
SILverstone Engineering, a Keystone affiliate partner is currently seeking a Contract Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) Engineer for an onsite position in Lake Charles.
Position Type: Full-time, Contract
Location: Lake Charles, LA
Work Environment/Physical Demands: Office/Sedentary
Travel Requirements: Occasional
Essential Functions:
The Contract Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) Engineer will evaluate Instrumentation recommendations from HAZOP/LOPA studies and develop a path forward for permanent and/or interim mitigation projects.
Create SIS & IPL implementation plans for instrumentation projects resulting from HAZOP/LOPA studies.
Develop job scope definition for SIS and IPL implementation plans including updating P&IDs, loop sheets, wiring diagrams, cause & effect matrices, and all applicable documentation
Create/manage MOCs to implement instrumentation projects generated from HAZOP/LOPA studies
Submit engineering work request (EWR) for permanent mitigation projects that require capital funding
Participate in Process Hazards Analysis (PHA) / Layer Of Protection Analysis (LOPA) & assist in rationalization of recommendations
Must have strong team-building skills with the ability to build teams across organizational lines.
Adopt and share instrument systems best practices with the corporate SIS tech team.
Requirements:
B.S. in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
3+ years of SIS experience in project and/or reliability roles.
5+ years of instrumentation experience in project and/or reliability roles.
Experienced in the selection, specification, configuration, testing, and maintenance of safety instrumented systems following ISA / ANSI -84. 00. 01 and IEC 61508/ 61511-1, NFPA 85 / 86.
Experience in Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) and Layer of Protection Analysis (LOPA).
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Self-motivated, organized, and solution advocate.
Attention to detail.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer.
Experience Preferred:
7+ years of instrumentation experience in refining, petrochemical, or oil and gas industries.
Experience with sizing and selection of instrumentation in the Refining or Petrochemical industry, preferred.
Broad experience as a Process/Functional Safety Engineer in a Petrochemical or Refining environment.
Current, valid Functional Safety competency certificate (PRISM, CFSE, ISA, TUV).
Familiarity with SIL calculation software and P&ID symbology.
