Lead Instrument Engineer

KEYSTONE ENGINEERING

Wausau, WI

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology), AutoCAD, Automation, Budgeting, Calendar Management, Calibration, Civil Engineering, Commissioning, Communication Skills, Communications Protocols, Construction Management, Control Systems, Customer Relations, Datasheets, Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Electrical Engineering, Electrical Wiring, Electricity, Electronics, Engineering Procurement and Construction (EPC/EPCC/EPCM), HAZOP (Hazard and Operability Analysis), ISA Standards, Industry Standards, Information Technology & Information Systems, Instrumentation, Manufacturing, Multitasking, National Electrical Code, OSHA, On Site Support, Operational Audit, Operational Support, Organizational Skills, Petrochemicals, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Process Control Engineering, Process Manufacturing, Procurement Management, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Project/Program Management, Reporting Skills, Safety Compliance, Safety Process, Safety Standards, Safety Systems, System Integration (SI), Technical Writing, Technical/Engineering Design, Time Management, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Wausau, WI
POSTED
Today

Keystone Engineering is currently seeking a Lead Instrument Engineer for our Nassau Bay Area Office Team.Keystone Engineering Inc. opened for business in 1988 and for decades, has been a reliable provider of qualified engineering resources and technically innovative solutions. Keystone was founded to be an enduring company, and to provide an environment for our employees and clients to innovate, thrive, and be successful.Keystone's family of companies include: Milestone Project Services, SIS SILverstone, VeraPro, and Salmon & AssociatesOur varied and extensive experience indicates that successful projects come down to personnel. We incorporate their individual skills in a process that's geared toward excellence. The intentional pairing of people and process is the reason why clients know that they can trust their projects in the hands of Keystone.Services Offered: 3D Laser Scanning, Controls & Automation, Construction Management, Design & Drafting, Engineering: Civil/Structural, Electrical, Mechanical, Process, Functional Safety, Information Technology, Instrumentation, On-Site Services, Operations & Commissioning Support, Procurement, Project Management.Position TypeFull-timeWork Environment/Physical DemandsOffice/Sedentary, work includes time in industrial operating units.Travel RequirementsOccasional travel for site inspections, vendor FATs, or commissioning support.Essential FunctionsProvide professional oversight to junior engineers & designers and perform technical review of designs and reportsManage a team of engineers and drafters for multiple projects including resource planning, schedule and budget and leading client meetingsCommunicate effectively with project team members and managerDevelop strong relationships with clients and support the incoming reque sts in a timely mannerDevelop and specify instrumentation systems for complex process control applications in petrochemical and manufacturing environments.Select instruments and control devices suitable for harsh environments (e.g., hazardous areas, corrosive chemicals, high-temperature operations).Review P&IDs, instrument datasheets, control panel designs, cable schedules, control narratives, loop diagrams, wiring diagrams, and IO lists.Ensure instrumentation systems comply with industry codes and standards (API, ISA, IECEx, ATEX, NEC, etc.).S upport compliance with process safety standards (e.g., SIL ratings, HAZOP recommendations, alarm management).Participate in safety audits and provide technical expertise on instrument-related safety systems.Interface with EPC contractors, vendors, and internal teams on instrumentation packages and control system integration.Maintain and update instrument databases, calibration records, and system documentation.Provide technical reports, inspection summaries, and recommendations for improvements.In-depth understanding of process instrumentation and control strategies.Experience with hazardous area classification and intrinsically safe systems.Familiar with tools like SPI (SmartPlant Instrumentation), AutoCAD, or equivalent.RequirementsBachelor's degree in Instrumentation, Electronics, or Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.10+ years of relevant experience in the petrochemical, refinery, or process manufacturing industries.Experience with DCS, PLCs, ESD systems, field instrumentation, and communication protocols (e.g., HART, Foundation Fieldbus, Modbus).Ability to make field trips and lead in all project communications.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Self-motivated, organized, and solution advocate.Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer.Experienced PreferredPE Licensure.OSHA or local safety certification for refinery/manufacturing environments.Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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