Sr Principal Instrumentation Designer

The Sr Principal Instrumentation Designer completes assignments and directs the work activities of others in the Instrumentation Design discipline. They can solve unique and complex problems and act as a subject matter expert. They can work autonomously within established procedures and practices. The Sr Principal Instrumentation Designer can lead others to solve complex problems and use analytical thought to exercise judgment and identify innovative solutions. They directly impact the achievement of customer, operational, or service objectives.

Responsibilities

Prepare and develop arrangement and detail conceptual, FEED, studies, and detail design drawings of high technical quality and professional consistent presentation ensuring clarity and ease of construction; Develop 3D models and ensure clash-free with other disciplines; Ensure design deliverables are completed and issued per project specifications, MDR, and project Level 2 & 3 procedures, and within agreed schedules and budgets; Direct small or medium Instrument Design team as Lead Designer; Lead projects as Lead Designer engaging the participation of other disciplines; Coordinate all activities within own discipline and Discipline interfaces with other disciplines; Act as project-based Discipline point of contact in communications and meetings with Project Team, Customer, vendor/supplier and/or subcontractor counterparts; Prepare and review discipline deliverables such as 3D model, layout drawing, instrument hookup/installation detail, wiring/loop diagram, panel and console drawing, instruments drawing list, logic diagram, shutdown hierarchy drawing, schematics and block diagram, material schedule; Participate in design review and audit; Provide leadership, mentorship, and guidance to others

Requirements

High school graduate with a diploma in Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Design, or Drafting in a related discipline or equivalent experience; Minimum of 14 years of experience with a major contractor or consultant of which 9+ years of experience in predominately offshore oil and gas; Detailed knowledge of associated industry detailing standards and codes; Detailed knowledge of 3D and 2D drafting and material control systems (AutoCAD and/or MicroStation); Working and/or reviewing experience in PDMS and/or PDS/SPM; Capable of handling multiple projects; Recognized expert in one or more skill sets; Knowledge of QA systems and a good communicator; Knowledgeable in project coordination and execution skills

Nice to have

Detailed knowledge of AutoCAD and/or macro compilation skills would be an advantage