I&E Designer III

Audubon is currently seeking an I&E Designer III to join our Team in our South Houston, TX office. The I&E Designer will perform assignments associated with designing instrument and electrical equipment, components, structures or systems.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Prepare detailed drawings of parts and assemblies from layouts, designs and working drawings including necessary projections, sectional views and standard specifications.

* Interpret verbal or written direction to initiate a preliminary design.

* Perform sizing and electrical load calculations such as cable sizing, conduit sizing, voltage drop, and cable tray using charts and tables, as required to complete work assignments.

* Develop or assist in the development of control circuits for instrument components, logic controllers, and relays.

* Review and optimize the application and function of instruments.

* Check and verify accuracy of drawings prepared by others.

* Prepare parts lists, procurement lists, bills of material (BOM) and specifications when drawings are complete.

* Revise lists, drawings and BOM consistent with engineering changes.

* Implement revisions and change control per company standards at the direction of senior level designers and engineers.

* Assemble information and reference drawings from a variety of sources.

* Continually look for product improvements and cost reductions.

* Determine and initiate drawings/models based on optimal views relative to communicating construction desires as applicable.

* Assist with performing field surveys, documenting existing conditions, and/or recommending various design solutions.

* Check field red-lined drawings and generate accurate as-built drawings as needed.

* Review and assist in preparation of Operation & Maintenance (O&M) manuals.

* Design components or portions of systems, and modify existing designs to develop or improve them.

* Utilize 2D or 3D computer aided design software to create layouts of instrument systems, devices and components, and create fabrication and assembly drawings.

* Create technical specifications to facilitate the procurement, fabrication, and installation of components.

* Create documentation required to process Engineering Change Orders (ECO).

* Utilize engineering sketches, specifications and supporting documents in the designing, detailing, documenting, and verifying of instrument parts, subassemblies, assemblies or system configurations.

* Identify dimensions, angles, curvatures, tolerances and materials necessary for optimal construction.

* Analyze the effect of proposed changes for proper fit and/or interference problems and recommend possible solutions or alternate construction options.

* Produce drawings and deliverables utilizing company standards within project-approved schedule and budget.

* Maintain proper file management in accordance with company and industry standards.

* Interact and communicate effectively with clients, subcontractors, vendors and other consultants.

* Perform field data gathering when required to complete project deliverables within approved project scope and schedule.

* Track and maintain a continued awareness of overall schedule and budget for assigned projects.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:

* High School Diploma or GED required.

* Associate's Degree from a Technical Institution preferred.

* Minimum of 10 years of experience preferred.

* AutoCAD software experience required.

* PDMS software experience preferred.

* Microsoft Office software experience preferred.

* Liquefaction or hydrogen experience preferred, but not required.

* Experience in offshore oil & gas, onshore gas processing, hydrocarbon storage and transportation, chemical manufacturing or refining industry required.

* Medium/ Large project lead experience preferred.

* Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work related problems.

* Ability to comprehend instructions and request clarification as necessary.

* Ability to work in a team oriented environment.

* Ability to think in such a way as to produce a new concept or idea.

* Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal.

* Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.

* Ability to read and understand drawing markups to determine drafting requirements.

* Ability to utilize conventional drafting tools and CAD software to execute drafting requirements.

* Ability to read and understand engineering drawings.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

No recruiters please!