What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr Designer (Instrumentation & Electrical) position at iLocatum?
Senior Designer (I&E)
Location: Sugar Land, TX
About Us
Our company is an employee-owned Automation & Engineering Firm specializing in the Refining, Oil & Gas, Pipeline, Renewable, Chemical, and Biopharma industries. With over 25 years of experience in Engineering, Procurement, and Construction—including 15 years in Life Sciences Engineering and Compliance Consulting—we are committed to delivering high-quality solutions tailored to our clients' needs. Our dedication to customer satisfaction has led to long-term partnerships and repeat business.
We are currently seeking a Senior Designer to join our team in Sugar Land, TX.
What You’ll Do
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Location: Sugar Land, TX
About Us
Our company is an employee-owned Automation & Engineering Firm specializing in the Refining, Oil & Gas, Pipeline, Renewable, Chemical, and Biopharma industries. With over 25 years of experience in Engineering, Procurement, and Construction—including 15 years in Life Sciences Engineering and Compliance Consulting—we are committed to delivering high-quality solutions tailored to our clients' needs. Our dedication to customer satisfaction has led to long-term partnerships and repeat business.
We are currently seeking a Senior Designer to join our team in Sugar Land, TX.
What You’ll Do
- Lead and coordinate Instrument & Control System Design for Oil & Gas Refineries and Chemical Plants.
- Work with 2D AutoCAD, Excel, and preferably MicroStation, CADWorx, BlueBeam, and Access.
- Review and redline P&IDs, interlock schematics, and motor schematics.
- Develop wiring diagrams, loop diagrams, demo packages, and I/O loading documentation.
- Design Junction Boxes, Marshalling Panels, and DCS/PLC Cabinets with BOM.
- Create instrument installation details and generate material take-offs for estimates.
- Develop conduit and cable tray drawings, including support details and sizing calculations.
- Provide low-voltage electrical design (120 VAC & 24 VDC power for instruments, instrument power panels, grounding, and bonding per NEC standards).
- Conduct field surveys and assist with hot/cold cutovers.
- Ensure all work aligns with safety policies, industry codes, and client standards.
- Work independently while collaborating effectively with team members and clients.
Required:
- 5-10 years of experience in Instrument & Control System Design for Oil & Gas and Chemical industries.
- High proficiency in 2D AutoCAD and Excel.
- Strong knowledge of instrumentation design, schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts.
- Ability to work in field environments and participate in cutover planning/execution.
- Experience with fiber routing and general fiber optic knowledge.
- Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
- Commitment to safety and quality in all aspects of work.
- Experience with MicroStation, CADWorx, BlueBeam, and Access.
- Familiarity with NEC codes and general electrical design.
- Safety: Proactive approach to workplace safety.
- Teamwork: Strong collaboration skills.
- Quality: Commitment to high standards in design and execution.
- Technical Knowledge: Expertise in instrumentation and control system design.
- Problem-Solving: Ability to analyze and troubleshoot complex technical issues.
- Communication: Clear and professional interaction with teams and clients.
- Decision-Making: Sound judgment in executing responsibilities.
- Competitive salary with discretionary bonus potential.
- Benefit Time Off (BTO) for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or cash-out.
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) & 401(k) with employer match.
- Company-funded health and dental insurance with low employee cost-sharing.
- Wellness & Vision subsidy.
- Company-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage.
