ADM · 4 months ago
Senior Electrical SIS Instrumentation Engineer - Decatur, IL
Oak Brook IL - Illinois
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$104K/yr - $195K/yr
7+ years expADM is a global leader in human and animal nutrition, dedicated to providing access to nutrition worldwide. They are seeking a Senior Electrical SIS Instrumentation Engineer to support the development and maintenance of instrumentation and control systems for Generation and Transmission and Distribution assets, focusing on reliability and project management.
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Responsibilities
Develop maintenance programs for instrumentation systems that maximize safety and reliability
Support instrumentation-related threat mitigation action plans and incident management investigations and actions
Participate in incident investigations including failure analysis to determine the root cause of instrumentation failures
Develop asset registers for the instrumentation system with the appropriate hierarchy and attributes to facilitate uploading to the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
Ensure the smooth real-time operation of the instrumentation system by performing and analyzing technical studies and data, developing strategies and alternatives, and establishing and documenting operating procedures
Perform audits of critical instrumented systems, including safety instrumented systems within the computerized maintenance management system to ensure that the appropriate testing and maintenance is completed within the industry recommended timing
Provide report of Instrumentation and Control System performance relative to the company’s established KPIs; develop/ enhance process for alarm management and equipment obsolescence management
Works within a multi-discipline team to develop and/ or review efficient and reliable electrical design packages for medium and high voltage electrical infrastructure
Lead the Instrumentation and Control design for all Capital Projects and define control scheme in alignment with industry standards to satisfy power system reliability requirements
Review ISA data sheets, control block diagrams, and functional/ operational descriptions supplied by the contractor for all instrumentation related capital projects
Ensure that the instrumentation and control assets associated with capital projects are appropriately catalogued, the hierarchy developed and maintenance/ testing requirements created that are aligned with manufacturer’s recommendations/ industry standards
Work with the CMMS team to ensure that developed hierarchy and maintenance/ testing plans are uploaded into the CMMS
Ensure that commissioning documents are comprehensive and aligned with previously authored Instrumentation and Control commissioning standard/ specification
Maintains complete project documentation with respect to setpoints, engineering studies and calculations, all design packages, as-built requirements and return data information
Ensure that during infrastructure handover (from project to operations); the appropriate commissioning documents, O&M manuals and procedures and confirmation of CMMS upload are transferred to the operations team as part of the project closure and transfer process
Develop/ review contingency plans and short-term operating procedures to address non-standard system operations
Provide technical leadership and serves as a subject matter expert, delivering professional and technical guidance on programs, projects and initiatives both within and outside the department
Ensure audit cycle of safety instrumented systems are uploaded to the CMMS and addresses calibration management, alarm management and system functionality
Provides technical guidance to Engineers, consultants and technical support staff. Efficiently manage resources and develop innovative solutions to address engineering challenges
Review safety instrumented systems (SIS) to ensure proper design and that proper maintenance tactic exist to ensure that the outcome intent is met when SIS is activated
Mentor and supports team members, offering guidance and encouraging initiative while helping them develop as engineers and technical leaders
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, or Instrumentation and Control Engineering
7+ years' experience in instrumentation and control systems within the industrial electrical sector
Expertise in the design, application, and implementation of transmission and generation instrumentation and control systems for utility infrastructures up to 138 kV
Ability to demonstrate the critical thinking skills necessary for investigating, analyzing, and resolving a range of engineering issues, including the unexpected maloperation of instrumentation and control sensors
Ability to demonstrate a thorough understanding of the industry standards that governs the selection, testing and performance of instrumentation sensors and control schemes
Ability to demonstrate a thorough understanding of global standards such as ISA, IEC, IEEE and other related to instrumentation and control systems
Possess a working knowledge of hazardous area classifications, ATEX and IP rating system
Experience working with DCS, SIS and PLCs and developing, reading and understanding P&IDs and control schematics
Experience with project management principles managing the engineering component (scope, schedule, cost, technical risk) of large and/or technically complex projects
Proficient in the use of Microsoft suite of products (Excel, Word and Power Point)
Ability to travel to manufacturing facilities as needed (approximately 35%)
Preferred
License Professional Engineer (P.E. or P.Eng) designation
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
Benefits
Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).
Paid time off including paid holidays.
Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
Tuition assistance.
Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.
Company
ADM
ADM unlocks the power of nature to enrich the quality of life.
10001+ employees
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