Project Engineer

The job is open to candidates in Norcross GA or Raleigh NC.

SUMMARY OF JOB FUNCTIONS

Uses electrical, mechanical, chemical and/or computer engineering principals to provide a holistic design of instrumentation and control (I&C) systems for simultaneous projects spanning multiple customers. Design shall include but not be limited to the following subsystems/aspects of an I&C project – field instrumentation, control panels, loop drawings, camera and security subsystems and networking.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Field Instrumentation Makes field instrumentation selections based on the following: (a) what was quoted in our scope letter, (b) the requirements as defined in the Contract Documents, (c) any standardized products currently in use at the facility, and (d) the project budget.
• Interprets the Contract Documents to determine installation requirements and appropriate mounting hardware, sunshields, surge protection, etc....
• Generates a Field Instrumentation Submittal for review and approval by Engineer and Owner on project.
• Responds to and follows-up on submittal comments.
• Panel Design Designs panel hardware drawings for Inframark provided control and network panels based on the following: (a) what was quoted in our scope letter, (b) the requirements as defined in the Contract Documents, (c) any standardized products currently in use at the facility, and (d) the project budget.
• Interprets the Contract Documents to determine installation requirements (e.g. panel sizing, interior versus exterior location, etc...).
• Develops hardwired IO list using standard templates.
• Panel design shall consist of a bill of materials consisting of “major buyout” items (e.g. enclosure, PLC hardware, network hardware) and the IO list.
• Coordinates and manages the efforts of drafting group to efficiently generate AutoCAD drawings.
• Generates a Panel Hardware Submittal for review and approval by Engineer and Owner on project.
• Responds to and follow-up on submittal comments.
• Performs basic panel checkout excluding PLC programming (e.g. hardware placement, electrical continuity, etc...).
• Loop Drawings Designs loop drawings per the requirements of the Contract Documents.
• Coordinates and manages the efforts of drafting group to efficiently generate AutoCAD drawings.
• Generates a Loop Drawings Submittal for review and approval by Engineer and Owner on project.
• Responds to and follows-up on submittal comments.
• Camera & Security Subsystem Design As applicable, selects camera and security system hardware (e.g. card readers, fence monitors) and software based on the following: (a) what was quoted in our scope letter, (b) the requirements as defined in the Contract Documents, (c) any standardized products currently in use at the facility, and (d) the project budget.
• Interprets the Contract Documents to determine installation requirements.
• Generates a Camera & Security Subsystem Submittal for review and approval by Engineer and Owner on project.
• Responds to and follows-up on submittal comments.
• Network Design Works with Inframark’s IT personnel, design SCADA/PLC control systems networks based on the following: (a) networking best practices, (b) what was quoted in our scope letter and (c) the requirements as defined in the Contract Documents.
• Selects copper and fiber cabling and network hardware based on the above criteria plus (a) any standardized products currently in use at the facility and (b) the project budget.
• Generates detailed network diagrams showing all network hardware (servers, PLCs, workstations, switches, firewalls, radios, etc...) and all applicable communications paths and protocols (fiber, Ethernet, serial, radio, etc...).
• Working with Inframark’s IT personnel and HMI technical leads, aids in selecting SCADA and networking software.
• Incorporates third-party equipment and systems into network diagrams, recognizing incompatibilities between Inframark’s network and third-party networks.
• Generates Fiber, Network and SCADA Hardware/Software submittals (as appropriate for the project) for review and approval by Engineer and Owner on project.
• Responds to and follows-up on submittal comments.
• Other Documents (Design & Testing) Although typically the role of the PLC Applications Engineer, could assist in generating a Control Narrative Submittal based on interpreting the Functional Description presented within the Contract Documents and our IO list.
• Generates Factory Acceptance and Site Acceptance Test Procedures by revising up the previously-approved Control Narrative Submittal and referencing our IO list
• Record Documents Upon completion of startup activities, supervises the creation of “As-installed for Record” documentation for Panel Drawings, Loop Drawings and Network Diagrams. Coordinate with startup team to populate information gathered during startup (e.g. field terminal numbers). Perform final quality control of the documentation and generate submittals for transmittal.
• Leads effort to develop Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Manuals by aggregating ISA datasheets generated during the Design document phase and manufacturers’ standard manuals/instructions. Submits for review and approval; responds to and follows-up on comments generated by the Engineer and Owner.
• Demonstrates proficiency in understanding of both water treatment and wastewater treatment processes.
• For a given project, develops the knowledge and expertise to lead design or submittal review meetings with the Engineer and Owner at the discretion of the Project Manager.
• Aims to become the Engineer and Owner’s trusted source of information regarding all design elements on a given project.
• Conducts project site visits (whether existing or new facility) to consider, witness and document conditions at the project site for both sales support and project fulfillment requirements. Must be able to review and understand existing conditions to be able to develop drawings, make material selections and engineer project based on both field conditions and project requirements.
• Develops a relationship with vendors to obtain and review quotes as part of the hardware selection process to (a) ensure equipment accuracy and (b) to protect the project budget.
• Provides clear and accurate information regarding hardware to be ordered to Purchasing/Admin resource charged with generating and issuing purchase orders. Provides assistance and solutions if substitutions or alternates become necessary due to unavailability, lead times or cost.
• Provides support and assistance to Inframarks’ project team members from kickoff through startup and closeout. Act as the Lead Engineer for the project.
• Receives, interprets, and incorporates the design of third-party hardware and systems into our designs.
• Become familiar with Underwriters Laboratories (UL) and National Electrical Code (NEC) standards to apply these requirements to project design efforts.
• Has the ability to effectively make minor AutoCAD modifications to drawings packages. However, this role is NOT a drafting position. It shall be expected that all designs be drafted by a draftsperson with the Project Engineer managing that person’s efforts.
• Becomes proficient using various troubleshooting tools and test equipment.
• Gains familiarity with PLC and HMI/SCADA software and programming products to understand the basic concepts and technical aspects of PLC and SCADA development.
• Provides technical support to Sales and Marketing group, aiding as needed with technical consultation, sales quotations, and quotation review.
• Follows-up with Sales group, post-design, regarding any lessons learned that could be used to strength future sales estimates and bidding.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or Computer Engineering is preferred.
• Experience with field instrumentation hardware, control panel design and hardware and networking design and hardware.
• Excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills.
• Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of AutoCAD.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to orally communicate effectively with customers, management, and other co-workers.
• Regular use of the telephone and e-mail for communication.
• Sitting for extended periods is common.
• Hearing and vision within normal ranges is essential for normal conversations, to receive ordinary information and to prepare or inspect documents.
• No heavy lifting is expected. Good manual dexterity for the use of common office equipment such as computer terminals, printers, scanners, and copiers.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The job is largely performed at one of Inframark's offices with occasional or periodic jobsite visits.

TRAVEL

Estimated at 20% travel. Visits to a project site to gather information, conduct meetings or otherwise meet with customers will occur periodically.