Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer

Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer

Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where you can wear multiple hats? Are you an Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Engineer with a knack for design, project management, and building client relationships? If so, we want to hear from you! This is a contract-to-direct opportunity, expected to transition to a permanent role within 6 months.

What You'll Do:

• Electrical Design (35%)
• Translate your design vision into clear sketches and markups.
• Conduct thorough field inspections to understand existing plant conditions.
• Strategically route trays, conduits, and cables for optimal efficiency.
• Design the layout of new equipment for maximum space and resource utilization.
• Perform preliminary motor, instrument, and control installation designs.
• Handle necessary engineering calculations.
• Collaborate with other disciplines to achieve the most cost-effective project solutions.
• Ensure design accuracy and adherence to project requirements.
• Craft loop sheets, elementaries, system architecture diagrams, and other wiring schematics.
• Leverage Arc Flash study insights to make informed recommendations.
• Project Management & Business Development (65%)
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Lead the scope development process through client interaction.
• Effectively communicate project scope needs to designers and engineers.
• Obtain quotes for engineering services, equipment, materials, and other project necessities.
• Craft client scope documents, bid packages, and lead bid meetings for evaluation.
• Generate material requests and contract requisitions.
• Oversee procurement and construction activities.
• Coordinate project safety, schedule, and other critical aspects.
• Spearhead project checkout and startup activities.
• Manage and control documents generated throughout the project lifecycle.
• Deliver project documents to the client for permanent storage.
• Identify and pursue new client opportunities within the scope of your expertise.
• Review project scopes, ensuring they align with client reliability expectations.

What We're Looking For:

• An Engineering Degree (any discipline)
• Proficiency in CAD software
• A minimum of 5 years' experience creating Electrical Process & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) for industrial projects
• Proven experience with loop sheets, wiring diagrams, flow meters, and control symbols
• A passion for building and exceeding client expectations (a PLUS!)
• Experience in the Pulp & Paper Industry (a PLUS, but not required)
• A Professional Engineer (P.E.) license (a PLUS, but not required)

The Offer:

• Competitive starting salary of $40-$50 per hour (based on experience)
• Potential for overtime pay (time and a half)
• Minimum 40-hour workweek with the opportunity to work independently

Ready to take your career to the next level? Apply with Joe St. Louis at jstlouis@selectek.com today!