Instrumentation Engineer - On-Board Companies

On-Board Engineering is hiring an Instrumentation Engineer in Richmond, VA!

Position Details:
Position Type: Full-Time
Job Location: Richmond, VA (incentives negotiable for out of area candidates)
Benefits: Medical, Dental, 401k, Paid Holidays, PTO, and more
Compensation: $55 - $85/hr depending upon qualifications
Drug and background screenings required

Overview
Under general supervision, will independently apply electrical and instrumentation knowledge base to generate issued for construction design packages and assist in execution of capital projects. Makes decisions on engineering problems and methods and represents the organization in project meetings to resolve important questions with key engineers. Is consulted extensively by associates and others with a high degree of reliance placed on scientific interpretations and advice.

This position is located at the Spruance Site in Richmond, VA. Work will be performed full time on site.

Of Note
This position is part of our dedicated and nested site operations team, which means this role will continue in perpetuity if the selected candidate’s performance meets expectations. The ideal candidate will be someone who looking to establish roots and stay for many years to come as an integral part of the team.


Responsibilities

• Responsible for design for instrumentation, process control systems, and instrument components for chemical processing facilities
• Responsible for study, design, specification, and services related to electrical and instrumentation equipment including control valves, flow meters, temperature/pressure/level instrumentation, cabling and wiring, communication systems, grounding, heat tracing, etc.
• Responsible for in-line instrumentation specifications, compliance with piping standards, and material of construction selection.
• Assist in conducting instrumentation and electrical reviews of all project packages prior to IFC to ensure that quality procedures are followed
• Review project design estimates and scopes of work for new and proposed projects
• Consulted on design, specification, selection, and services relating to instrumentation and control systems including basic process control systems, safety systems, control panels, analyzer systems, telecommunications, field instrumentation, valves, etc.
• Provides technical guidance to designers and less experienced engineers.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of applicable electrical & instrumentation design experience in industrial/manufacturing settings
• PE license preferred
• Experience in P&I diagrams, loop sheets, logics, and control schematics
• Working knowledge of the NEC and IBC Codes.
• Experience utilizing vendor equipment specifications and reading vendor manuals to implement control solutions in an industrial setting
• Experience with CAD systems, MicroStation is a plus
• Experience working with and mentoring designers/team members
• Experience in communicating job packages/projects with construction and plant personnel.
• Experience in developing scopes of work, task analysis, material list and project schedules
• Preferred experience in power distribution systems, lighting, schematic wiring diagrams, cable / raceway sizing, lightning protection and grounding required
• Preferred Experience in voltage drop calculations, wiring sizing and conduit fill calculations.

Physical Requirements

• Work is located at a chemical plant and requires exposure to ambient temperature extremes
• Work will require using and wearing personal protective equipment such as fire-retardant clothing, hearing and eye protection, hard hat, and steel-toed boots
• Must be able to complete necessary field work in process areas around the plant site

About Us:
On-Board was founded in 1976 by Robert L. Wilson to provide Engineering and Design services to the chemical manufacturing industry. Today, On-Board is a thriving privately held family of companies with services including: Consulting, Professional Engineering, Industrial Maintenance and Facility Management, Contracted Manufacturing and Production Services, as well as Temporary Staffing and Recruiting throughout North America.

The On-Board Family of Companies conducts operations through its Corporate Headquarters located in East Windsor, NJ along with Regional Offices in New Castle, DE and Wake Forest, NC. On-Board’s Mission is to provide “Flexible Service by applying the talents of our people, work processes and technology to meet our clients’ expectations in a Safe, Responsible and Dependable manner.”

On-Board Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

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