Senior Instrumentation Engineer

About us

Worley is a global company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia. We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value across the life of their assets. We specialize in consulting, engineering, procurement and construction across the project lifecycle, with services extending through to operations and decommissioning. Leveraging extensive experience and AI-enabled delivery, we support customers in navigating complexity as they meet today's needs and transition to more sustainable solutions.
Purpose
You will provide instrumentation & controls engineering services to WorleyParsons and its customers, including technical support and supervision within the instrumentation & controls engineering team.

Role

As a  Senior Instrumentation Engineer with Worley,   you will work closely with our existing team to deliver projects for our clients while continuing to develop your skills and experience etc…. 
  The Senior I&C Engineer will provide technical design services for local and regional clients. Will provide leadership, planning and technical support to all aspects of instrumentation & controls engineering associated with a variety of different sized projects and scope of services. The Senior I&C Engineer will also implement efforts to improve product and engineering quality. This role is recognized as a key contributor and leader within their value stream domain and interfaces with clients to achieve program goals and integrate FEED activities when necessary. This position will be based out of our Vancouver, WA office and will report to the Department Manager.   •Instrument selection and specification •Control valve sizing and selection •Develop project deliverables: Loop diagrams, plans, equipment specifications, instrument data sheets, control narratives, control system architecture, panel layouts, fieldbus layouts. •Control narrative, cause & effects, Logic drawing development •Technical writing ability, project scope, technical specification development •Provide direction to other engineers and designers in execution of discipline project scope. •Work collaboratively and effectively with other disciplines in support of projects. •Hands on field as-building, design and start-up experience required. •Control system specification and design experience required. •Heavy industry experience required: Hydrocarbon (upstream, refining) experience, chemical, pulp & paper, power.

Additional Responsibilities:
•Lead a team of engineers and designers overseeing and preparing discipline deliverables while overseeing discipline scope, schedule, budget and quality. •Systems integration experience a plus (not required), PLC programming, DCS configuration, HMI/SCADA configuration. •Safety instrumented system (SIS) design a plus (not required) •Smart Plant Instrumentation/Intools a plus (not required)

About You

To be considered for this role it is envisaged you will possess the following attributes:

- Technical and Industry Experience
Highly effective technical and practical engineering skills and ability to consistently deliver quality, accurate and timely work to WorleyParsons and its customers.
- A sound knowledge of the fundamental requirements of the instrumentation & controls engineering, and the basic requirements of other engineering fields.
- A sound knowledge of applicable local and international standards and statutory and regulatory requirements.
- Competent use of instrumentation & controls engineering specific software.
- Competent use of relevant software such as MS Office Suite.
- Substantial technical land practical experience in instrumentation & controls engineering in the same or similar industry including experience in working in multi-disciplinary projects and teams.

- Qualifications/Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in related field or applicable discipline (Engineering degree preferred or equivalent experience).
- Expert knowledge of applicable theories, practices, and accepted procedures.
- Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience (relevant professional registration preferred).
- Demonstrated planning, analytical, and problem solving skills
- Demonstrated strong communication skills (written and verbal) to all levels of the organization
- Willingness to travel or accept field assignments
- Must be willing to work overtime, and on weekends with short notice.
- Must be willing to take drug test and submit to a background investigation.
- Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
- General attributes required of all WorleyParsons employees include: Zero Harm, Action Orientation, Building
- Effective Business Relationships, Commitment, Customer Focus, Dealing with Change, Drive for Results, Integrity and Trust, and Basic Leadership Skills.

- Desired Characteristics
Knowledge of contract engineering as to understand scope boundaries.
- Understanding on unit operations, operations experience, and a mentality to always go back to base principles/phenomenon is a must (experience in hydrocarbon work a plus)
- Ability to identify and implement Best Practices
- Work collaboratively with project managers and clients to develop project scope and approaches OR with designers and engineers in support of projects.
- Ability to work effectively in teams.
- Ability to communicate effectively with clients to understand needs along with presenting results in a clear manner so project decisions can be made.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English are essential to effectively other employees.
- Ability to meet deadlines and manage priorities important. The ability to prepare and present complex program proposals and reports to senior level management and customers is critical.
- Ability to establish project estimates and oversee project budgets.
- Commitment to customer service and ability to guide department personnel in partnership with and during manager's absence is essential. Ability to maintain confidential information critical.
- Often characterized as a "Leader" or "Technical Specialist" with the ability to technically advise and guide the department program design and development. Leads complex and often cross-functional project teams.
- Will regularly interface with departmental staff and upper management, and frequently with outside clientele.
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills. Accuracy and attention to detail important.
- Willingness to engage in professional associations preferred.

Moving forward together

We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation. We're building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. Creating a space where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and are heard.

And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology. Whatever your ambition, there's a path for you here.

And there's no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.