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KBR

Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer

Edison, NJ, USA

130 Days ago

Job Overview


Posted Date: 08 May 2025

Job Function: Other

Job Type: Full Time

Workplace Type: Not Specified

Experience Level: Not Specified

Salary: Competitive & Based on Experience

Experience: 8 - 9 yrs

Job Description


Title: Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer

As an Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer, you will perform advanced engineering techniques, makes decisions on engineering problems and methods, and interfaces with the client to define project scope. Required to perform electrical engineering and design assignments associated with production, maintenance, process, capital projects, R&D, and power distribution involving the application of established electrical technology and principles, including performing all electrical calculations, and often requiring coordination with other engineering design, and cross-functional competencies to provide economical and expedient task implementation. The assignment will include participation in all electrical functions associated with projects including assistance with front end loading, production design, electrical construction management, commissioning, startup, and troubleshooting activities. Provides technical guidance to designers and less experienced engineers and is consulted extensively by the associates and others with a high degree of reliance placed on scientific interpretations and advice. Job role is responsible for a measurable asset including but not limited to forecasting & budget.

Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident

This is a long-term position located in Parlin, NJ.

Responsibilities

Functions as a project lead for a small project or an area lead for larger projects.

Scope definition from receipt of basic data to Issue for Design process deliverables

Interface with the clients? cross functional teams to define all operating requirements.

Responsible for study, design, specification, and services related to electrical systems including power generation, power systems performance and control, cabling and wiring, lighting, motor control centers, communication systems, cathodic protection, grounding, lightning protection, heat tracing, etc.

Responsibility for assessing the quality, robustness, and capability of newly designed and installed Capital Projects.

Industrial electrical power distribution ranging from high voltage (greater than 35kV), medium voltage (1kV through 35kV) through low voltage (120V through 1kV)

Electrical power distribution equipment such as generators, substations, switchgear, transformers, motor control centers, distribution panels

Electrical utilization equipment such as motors (AC and DC), controllers, electrical process equipment

Electrical drawing knowledge (reading and generation via MicroStation V8):

Single Line Diagrams

Three Line Diagrams

Schematic Diagrams

Wiring Diagrams

Physical Drawings

Involved in discussions around the control of the process.

Frequently pulls in additional technical resources for making decisions about the project viability and resolve any safety concerns or hazards.

Provides engineering, Checkout and Qualification for the Capital Project process control systems, such as distributive control systems and components, instrumentation technology, and programmable logic controllers.

Overall responsibility for design, specification, selection, and services relating to instrumentation and control systems including basic process control systems, safety systems, control panels, analyzer systems, field instrumentation, valves, etc.

May self-perform or lead other engineers to complete project scope and provide technical guidance to less experienced engineers. On some occasions, will also plan, schedule, and conduct work requiring independent judgment and adaptation of engineering techniques.

Participation in Process Hazard Analysis for project-related work.

Define the process design basis for other disciplines, specifically Electrical Systems, conduit sizing, and Instrumentation and interface with these groups throughout detailed design. Leading multidisciplinary small project teams across several different businesses and site infrastructure.

Develop project estimates, scopes, and schedule.

May lead estimate reviews.

Work with Construction Manager during FEL as well as to oversee project execution in the field.

Forecasting and project cost tracking, monthly.

Manage scope change technically and commercially.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or Control Systems

Must have a good understanding and knowledge of industry codes and standards (NFPA 70E/NEC, OSHA, IEEE, ANSI, NEMA, API, and ASI.

8+ years of qualified related experience

Experience in the chemical, refining, or biofuels industry required.

Experience with P&ID Development, equipment sizing, electrical calculations, and instrumentation.

Demonstrated leadership of process design on capital projects, including responsibility for budget, schedule, and change management.

Professional Engineering (P.E.) license preferred but not required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Work is located at a chemical plant and requires exposure to ambient temperature extremes

Work may require using and wearing personal protective equipment such as fire-retardant clothing, hearing and eye protection, hard hat and steel-toed boots

Day-to-day physical requirements involve standard office activities including sitting/standing for extended periods of time, attending meetings, use of keyboard and mouse repetitively, lifting and carrying less than 20 lbs frequently, etc

Work requires moderate physical exertion including walking to operating areas and walking up stairs

Assignments may require conducting plant walkdowns and wearing chemical plant or refinery PPE to include an H2S monitor, escape respirator, and FP coveralls.

BENEFITS

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits, which could include a 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

We Deliver ? Together.

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A t KBR, we are passionate about our people, sustainability, and our Zero Harm culture.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.


Key skill Required

  • API
  • Construction
  • Analysis
  • API
  • Change Management
  • Communication
  • Construction Management
  • Coordination
  • Design
  • Development
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Eye Protection
  • Field Instrumentation
  • Forecasting
  • Guidance
  • Hazard Analysis
  • Implementation
  • Infrastructure
  • Instrumentation
  • Insurance
  • Leadership
  • Life Insurance
  • Lightning Protection
  • Maintenance
  • Management
  • MicroStation
  • Motor Control
  • Multidisciplinary
  • Orientation
  • Passionate
  • Personal Protective Equipment
  • Process Control
  • Process Design
  • Process Equipment
  • Process Hazard Analysis
  • Professional Training
  • Project Execution
  • Refinery
  • Refining
  • Robustness
  • Sustainability
  • Technical Guidance
  • Training
  • Training and Development
  • Troubleshooting
  • Cathodic Protection
  • Project Cost Tracking


Company Details


Company about us:

KBR is a global company that specializes in providing science, technology, and engineering solutions to governments and businesses. With a workforce of approximately 34,000 employees in 33 countries, KBR is dedicated to delivering high-quality and mission-critical services to its clients. The company takes pride in its ability to work with...

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