Orbital Engineering, Inc. · 5 months ago
Instrumentation Department Manager
Baton Rouge, LA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expOrbital Engineering, Inc. is a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, focused on innovative solutions in industry and infrastructure. They are seeking a Senior Instrumentation Department Manager to oversee technical and project execution for various projects, requiring extensive experience in heavy industrial retrofit engineering, particularly in petrochemical and oil & gas sectors.
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Responsibilities
Responsible for the execution of all activities of the department. Schedule, organize, direct and review all department resources and activities
Hire staff, establish individual goals and expectations, and conduct performance reviews. Direct, develop, supervise and provide technical guidance to all direct reports
Establish and execute operational plans for the department with respect to routine, tools and resources to ensure consistent operations and growth of skill sets
Develop and implement policies, standards and procedures for the engineering and technical work performed in the department
Lead instrumentation project engineering and develop contractor construction packages including instrument datasheets, equipment plans, cable/conduit routing plans, interconnecting wiring diagrams, loop diagrams and scopes of work. For larger projects, coordinate with other engineers and designers as required to execute the scope. Review calculations and deliverables for completeness and accuracy prior to issuance to client
Prepare and guide/supervise the preparation of single or multidiscipline engineering proposals including development of scopes of work, project schedules and cost estimates
Prepare, review and/or check engineering calculations, designs, drawings and other project documents related to this specific discipline on projects as required
Develop, maintain and upgrade technical standards/specifications to be used on specific projects, as well as centralized design basis and historical references
Provide enhanced customer support as a technical liaison and support regional business development initiatives as a technical resource
Support the organization through interaction with managers and staff at other Orbital offices, including recruiting and training efforts
Ensure all department operational and project activities are completed in accordance with Orbital’s Project Management system through implementation and enforcement of stated policies and requirements
Lead projects with a variety of durations, prioritizing both long-term planning, as well as provide leadership in a fast-paced engineering environment requiring expedited turnaround
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation and Control Systems or Industrial Engineering from an accredited university
A minimum of 10 years senior level engineering experience in the heavy industrial environments and marketplaces served
Successful experience in leadership roles managing engineering teams and/or engineering departments, preferably in a consulting engineering environment
Superior communication and interpersonal skills with clients and engineering personnel
Knowledge and application of standards (ISA) that apply to instrumentation and controls and the current version of the NFPA 70, National Electrical Code (NEC)
Proficient in reading, understanding and revising engineering deliverables including P&ID's and PFD's, specifications and data sheets for instrumentation, analyzers, and actuated valves, Cabinet Fabrication Drawings, Instrument Loop Diagrams, Logic diagrams, Instrument Installation Details, etc
Experience and knowledge to specify equipment required for control systems (PLC's/DCS's) and attend FAT/SAT for those equipment
Experience with SmartPlant Instrumentation (INTOOLS) or similar software
Preferred
Project management experience including an understanding/use of project management and project control principles/tools
Professional Engineer (PE) License
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Prescription drug
401(k)
Supplemental insurance
Company
Orbital Engineering, Inc.
For 50 years, Orbital Engineering has provided the full-service Engineering, Risk Mitigation, and Project Delivery expertise of a large company with the flexibility, responsiveness, cost advantages, and personal attention of a local company.
501-1000 employees
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