I&E Engineering Specialist, Senior

Audubon is currently seeking a I&E Engineering, Senior to join our team in our Metairie, LA Office. The I&E Engineering Specialist, Senior will perform instrument and electrical engineering assignments associated with designing equipment, components, structures or systems.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Independently prepare intermediate to advanced level specifications for project assignments detailing client performance requirements, specific component needs, design requirements, applicable design codes, and vendor drawing requirements.

• Prepare engineering sketches, perform engineering calculations and develop analysis models for complex project assignments.

• Review and/or approve vendor drawings for compliance with project specifications.

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

• Set realistic expectations and ensure assigned projects are completed according to schedule and within budget.

• Adhere to company quality standards and follow engineering checking and approval procedures.

• Comply with all company and client health, safety, security and environmental (HSSE) standards as well as federal and local HSSE regulations.

• Actively participate in company and client hazard identification and observation programs, and immediately report any unsafe acts, conditions or incidents to your supervisor.

• Interact with drafting/design group to develop and review engineering drawings.

• Visit job-sites to evaluate site, project requirements, and conditions.

• Visit vendor facilities to inspect equipment for compliance with requirements/specifications.

• Prepare inquiry and purchase requisitions as well as bid tabulations associated with equipment purchases.

• Perform checking of engineering drawings and mathematical calculations.

• Adhere to safe design practices, while focusing on identifying cost saving opportunities.

• Plan and manage workload, budgets and project resources, requesting assistance as necessary.

• Develop, review and/or approve conceptual and detailed engineering design packages.

• Assist in the development of internal design guidelines, specifications, and design control procedures.

• Assess feasibility of projects by assessing materials, costs and time requirements, applying knowledge and techniques of engineering and advanced mathematics.

• Utilize complex and repetitive calculations.

• Prepare or direct preparation and modification of reports, specifications, plans, and/or construction schedules for projects.

• Analyze and examine different strategies, equations and applications to ensure appropriate procedures are applied and/or utilized.

• Resolve design and development issues.

• Manage client relationships and develop repeat business opportunities.

• Compile discipline-specific man-hour estimates and Total Installed Cost estimates based on client provided project scope.

• Manage and forecast man-hour requirements and schedules associated with discipline-specific project scope.

• May lead medium to large scope multi-discipline projects and manage day to day workflow within a group or project; may delegate assignments, distribute workload, establish work deadlines, and issue reports to immediate supervisor regarding completion of work.

• Responsible for providing feedback to immediate supervisor regarding co-worker's performance and any work related issues, including those that might lead to disciplinary actions.

• Provide advice and assistance on work techniques, best practices, and subject matter expertise to co-workers.

• High School diploma or GED required.

• Industry experience preferred.

• Field experience preferred.

• Minimum of 15 years of experience preferred.

• Medium/large multi-discipline project lead experience preferred.

• SmartPlant Instrumentation (SPI), Control Valve Sizing, Meter Sizing and Relief Valve Sizing software experience preferred.

• Working knowledge of the design of instrumented control and safety systems preferred.

• Working knowledge of instrument and electrical design codes (ISA, NEC, API, etc.) preferred.

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

• 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 communicate effectively with others verbally and in writing.

• Ability to organize and direct a project to completion.