Chief Designer (Instrument)

Required Skills:

• Analytical thinking - Ability to identify issues, obtain relevant information, relate and compare data from different sources, and identify alternative solutions.
• Communication - Ability to present information to individuals or groups; deliver presentations suited to the characteristics and needs of the audience; convey information clearly and concisely to ensure understanding; listen and respond appropriately to others.
• Decision making - Knowledge of and ability to use effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions and/or reaching conclusions.
• Problem solving - Ability to identify problems, determine possible solutions, and actively work to resolve issues.
• Training - Ability to lead and guide others to develop new skills or knowledge that will enhance their work; design, develop and/or deliver training programs.

Responsibilities:

• Review project schedules with the Chief Instrument Engineer to verify that all dates and project requirements are realistic.
• Prepare project specific standards and job notes.
• Set up and operate the appropriate sections of DMS.
• Prepare and maintain a Drawing Index for all Instrumentation Design Drawings, indicating planned and actual issue dates inclusive of the various revisions.
• Design preparation, production, and approval of instrument drawings as appropriate.
• Review and approve air distribution schedules, instrument cable block diagrams, cable and drum schedules, cable racking/routing drawings, instrument representation on the model, loop drawings, and termination detail drawings.
• Review and comment on drawings and ensure that the quality of design drawings produced for enquiry and fabrication purposes is of satisfactory standard and in accordance with the relevant client and company specifications.
• Comment on other discipline drawings and specifications where relevant. Review and approve the instrument interface drawings applicable to mechanical and electrical interface.
• Review package supplier drawings as requested by the Instrument Engineer responsible for the equipment.
• Using the instrument database and project specifications/standards, produce instrument hook-up drawings and instrument installation detail drawings.
• Produce, review, and approve instrument location drawings based on the instrument database, EFD’s, and plant layout drawings.
• Develop/provide input on the 3D Model to clarify instrument requirements on the model inclusive of cable racking, junction boxes, air headers, and field instrument placements.
• Produce, review, and approve instrument loop diagrams and termination schedules utilizing the In-Tools database.
• Maintain the instrument design database and drawing register in a current project state.
• Review and approve instrument requisitions for instrument cable and junction boxes.
• Review and approve Instrument contract indirect BOM.
• Liaise with engineers to ensure design intent on various projects is implemented.
• Liaise closely with CAD Operators and instrument designers for the creation and validation of instrument design drawings and deliverables.
• Advise the Chief Instrument Engineer of any slippages, their cause, and proposed corrective action.
• Advise the Chief Instrument Engineer of any technical problems and unresolved differences with other disciplines.
• Notify the Chief Instrument Engineer of all deficiencies in the flow of data or other basic information required for execution of work.
• Assist the Chief Instrument Engineer with estimates, progress assessment, and control of manpower on assigned projects.
• Suggest ways to improve efficiency, costs, and service in the execution of projects.
• Keep abreast of developments in the Instrument Engineering field.
• Perform any other duties assigned within reason by the Chief Instrument Engineer.

Qualifications:

• In-Tools 6.0 or Higher
• Smart Plant Review
• Microsoft Packages
• 10 Years minimum experience

Personal Qualities:

• Initiative - Grasps new or unfamiliar concepts quickly and can effectively deal with complexity and ambiguity. Identifies issues in a constructive manner and recommends solutions.
• Change and Adaptability - Gains awareness for, and an understanding of, the position of stakeholders. Readily adapts to changing circumstances.
• Interpersonal Communications - Actively listens and seeks to understand others’ points of view. Communicates openly and honestly to all levels of the organization.
• Problem Solving - Grasps new or unfamiliar concepts quickly and can effectively deal with complexity and ambiguity.
• Planning, Organising & Execution - Prioritizes and plans work activities. Uses time efficiently.