Burns & McDonnell ยท 1 day ago
Assistant Instrument & Controls Engineer- Food & Beverage (Chicago)
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$76K/yr - $110K/yrBurns & McDonnell is a company focused on engineering solutions, and they are seeking an Assistant Instrument & Controls Engineer. The role involves assisting design teams in creating designs for refining and chemical projects, preparing engineering deliverables, and supporting the construction phase.
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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
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
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)
Engineers in Training-EIT Certification
Preferred
Previous internship and/or related experience
Benefits
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
401(k) retirement program
Insurance and disability
Time off
Wellness programs
Company
Burns & McDonnell
Burns & McDonnell is an engineering design firm and it provides engineering, architecture, construction, and consulting services.
Founded in 1898
10001+ employees
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Funding
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Late StageLeadership Team
Leslie Duke
Chief Executive Officer
Alissa Schuessler
Chief Financial Officer
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