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Burns & McDonnell · 3 hours ago

Assistant Instrument & Controls Engineer- OnSite (Denver)

Denver, CO

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$76K/yr - $110K/yr

Burns & McDonnell is seeking an Assistant Instrument & Controls Engineer to support design teams in creating world-class designs for refining and chemical projects. The role involves assisting with various engineering and design deliverables throughout the EPC process and ensuring compliance with safety policies and standards.

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Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Assist in preparing instrumentation engineering/design deliverables, including Instrument Index, Instrument Data Sheets, Instrument Installation Details, Instrument Location Plans, Wiring Diagrams, and Loop Diagrams

Assist with preparing control systems (DCS and/or PLC) and Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems (CEMS) Data Sheets

Assist with preparing controls design deliverables, including Input/Output (I/O) list, Process Control Narratives, Graphic Sketches, Cause & Effect Diagrams, Alarm Rationalization, and manage third party control system suppliers to comply with the control system design requirements, including participating in Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT)

Assist with preparing I&C purchase specifications, review bids, make technical recommendations and manage the overall purchase, review of I&C packages, and review of vendor documentation

Assist with working closely with the Process Engineering for development of P&ID's

Assist with performing process measurements such as temperature, pressure, flow, level, analyzers, and control valves

Utilize various technologies in selecting the appropriate I&C application

Assist with performing preliminary sizing calculations for instruments such as orifice plates, controls valves, relief valves, and thermowells

Assist with developing level sketches in conjunction with multiple departments

Apply knowledge of commonly used I&C engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the engineering services industry

Responsible for compliance with company and project site safety policies

Performs other duties as assigned

Complies with all policies and standards

Qualification

Electrical EngineeringInstrumentation DesignControl SystemsAutoCADEngineering TechniquesEIT CertificationCommunication SkillsProblem SolvingTeam CollaborationAttention to Detail

Required

Bachelor Degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam required

Basic knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills

Proficient computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite)

Basic computer skills include AutoCAD, MicroStation, 2D and 3D rendering programs and other analysis programs

Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem solving skills

Must have or be able to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC)

Preferred

Previous internship and/or related experience preferred

Engineers in Training-EIT Certification preferred

Benefits

Insurance

Disability

Time off

Wellness programs

Paid sick leave entitlements provided under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act (HFWA)

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401(k) retirement program

Company

Burns & McDonnell

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Burns & McDonnell is an engineering design firm and it provides engineering, architecture, construction, and consulting services.

Founded in 1898

Kansas City, Missouri, USA

10001+ employees

http://www.burnsmcd.com

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