Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Designer We are seeking an experienced Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Designer to support ongoing projects in an industrial environment. This role will be responsible for developing, updating, and maintaining electrical and instrumentation design documentation to support engineering and project execution efforts. The ideal candidate will have strong AutoCAD experience and a background in refinery or heavy industrial settings.
Key Responsibilities Develop and revise electrical and instrumentation drawings to support engineering and construction activities
Create field sketches and convert them into detailed AutoCAD drawings upon engineer approval
Perform field walkdowns to verify existing conditions and support design development
Update and maintain existing drawings to reflect project modifications and as-built conditions
Collaborate with engineers and project teams to ensure accuracy and completeness of design deliverables
Ensure compliance with site safety standards and applicable design specifications
Design & Drafting Responsibilities Instrument loop diagrams, including: Terminal cabinet drawings
DCS hardware drawings
Field device layouts
Instrument location plans
Motor control schematics and control logic diagrams
Power distribution plans and details
Grounding and lighting plans
Panel schedules
Electrical heat trace isometrics
Conduit and cable schedules
Electrical single-line diagrams
Area classification drawings
P&ID updates and modifications
Additional Responsibilities Support document control activities, including filing and maintaining drawing records
Coordinate drawing number assignments and manage document check-in/check-out processes
Assist with third-party drawing requests as needed
Qualifications Minimum of 5+ years of electrical and instrumentation design/drafting experience in a refinery or similar industrial environment
Strong working knowledge of industrial electrical and instrumentation systems
Proficiency in AutoCAD (2023 or newer preferred)
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, and specifications
Experience performing field walkdowns in an operating facility
Work Environment & Requirements Ability to work in both office and field environments
Willingness to access operating industrial facilities and wear required PPE, including: Fire-resistant clothing
Hard hat, safety glasses, and steel-toe boots
Hearing protection as required
Ability to climb ladders and stairs and work at elevated heights as needed
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under the law. Assistance with the application process is available upon request.