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Gulf Companies

SR. PRINCIPAL INSTRUMENTATION ENGINEER

Gulf Companies, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246

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Position Title:

Senior Principal Instrumentation Engineer Location:

Houston, TX Description

Gulf Companies has served the global energy industry since 1953 by supporting the complete project lifecycle and developing valued business partnerships to ensure the success of the project. Our worldwide experience and multi-disciplined capabilities encompass all aspects of the Engineering, Procurement, Construction Management, Field Inspection, GIS Integrity, Staffing Services and more. Essential Functions

Assists the Chief Instrumentation Engineer in proposals. Assists the Chief Instrumentation Engineer in providing training to personnel. Prepares or reviews discipline job specifications. Prepares or reviews requisitions for inquiry and purchase of equipment, materials, and subcontracts. Approves technical bid evaluations for equipment, materials, bulk materials and subcontracts in cooperation with the Procurement Department. Prepares and reviews/approves operation philosophy and Cause & Effect diagrams. Reviews and provide inputs to Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) and Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs) Develops Network Architecture, Instrument Index, I/O List and layouts as required by the discipline. Directs/observes factory acceptance testing of equipment. Reviews plot plans and facilities for Instrumentation & Control System requirements. Coordinates with and provides liaison with client personnel relative to Instrumentation & Control activities. Reviews and approves vendor documents. Prepares or reviews engineering and design status reports, work plans and man-hour estimates. Reviews the discipline scope of work to be executed to ensure it matches project specification and/or the proposal documents as appropriate. Accepts both short and extended term assignments to the site, client’s office, etc. as may be requested by the Chief Instrumentation Engineer. Qualifications

Typically 15+ years proven experience in oil and gas, focusing on pipeline facilities. In-depth knowledge of natural gas industry standards and codes published by NEMA, NFPA, API, AGA, ISA, IEC, ANSI, etc., and the ability to apply the standards to measurement, process control and control system designs. Knowledge of computer systems in an engineering environment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical Engineering Professional Engineering License (by exam) Competencies

Results oriented Customer focused Impact and influence Business and people acumen Strong interpersonal skills to work with Multi-Disciplined Team, and Managers Strong organizational skills to handle multiple projects at once Strong communication and networking skills to work with a variety of groups and people Work Environment/Physical Demands

Working conditions are normal for an office environment. Frequent sitting and operating a computer. Must be able to use body members to work, move or carry objects or office materials. Must be able to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally. Physical demands requirements are those for sedentary work. Gulf is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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