Sr I&C Engineer

Company: Stellar Energy Americas Inc
Location: Jacksonville
Posted on: June 1, 2025

Job Description:

Sr. Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) EngineerPosition Type: Full-time, Exempt, SalaryReports to: VP of Plant EngineeringSupervisory Responsibility: NoneLocation: Remote (Ability to go onsite in Jacksonville, FL as needed)Company SummaryStellar Energy (SEA) provides custom power augmentation and energy plant solutions (inc. Combined Cycle Conversion) for power generation and utilities, liquefied natural gas (LNG), data center, biopharma, and other markets. Stellar Energy's innovative solutions include turbine inlet air chilling, inlet air conditioning (heating and cooling), evaporative cooling, direct contact air chilling, thermal energy storage, district cooling and central utility plants. The company's experience spans more than 20 years and stretches across the globe, with offices in the United States, Asia and the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.Position SummaryThis is a remote/hybrid role that requires a candidate to come onsite to the corporate office in Jacksonville, FL once a month or as needed for meetings. Responsibilities will include providing verification of the design for the Control Systems and all Plant Instrumentation, the related Cable/Raceway Systems, and all Supplier provided I&C design activities as related to the Steam Turbine Island, inc. HRSGs and Balance of Plant Equipment and Systems. As a Senior Instrumentation & Controls Engineer, this position will support the development of control systems and instrumentation for the Iraq Projects by reviewing the Engineer of Record (EOR) prepared engineering deliverables including: studies, calculations, network diagrams, process configuration diagrams (loop diagrams, logic diagrams, logic tables, etc.), DCS (Distributed Control System) diagrams, control room layout and integration, calculations, engineering specifications, instrument data sheets and applications, control valve data sheets & applications, raceway & cable schedule drawings, material requisitions, and more, in accordance with applicable procedures, codes, standards, and contract requirements. This position will support the SEA activities of major equipment procurement including specification development/review, technical evaluations, and review/acceptance of all vendor-provided electrical design & engineering submittals.Essential Functions:--- Serve as the senior I&C engineer for the Iraq combined cycle conversion power projects from project development to completion.--- Provide comprehensive review and acceptance of the produced engineering deliverables from the EOR in accordance with the Contract requirements, industry accepted standards and constructive feasibility practices.--- Create and update various Technical Specifications for project equipment as procured by SEA and for reviewing/accepting those technical specification which may be developed by the EOR.--- Provide technical comprehensive review and acceptance of offered equipment proposals and preliminary engineering deliverables from the OEMs in accordance with the Contract requirements.--- Provide comprehensive review and acceptance of the produced I&C engineering & equipment design deliverables from the OEMs (Steam Turbine, HRSG, BFP, Water Treatment, etc.), in accordance with the Contract requirements and oversee the various Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) from Project start to completion ensuring timely submission of documents and accuracy/acceptance thereof.--- Resolve technical issues related to the discipline independently including any required interface with other disciplines, functions, vendors, and/or client performing technical bid evaluations.--- Manage technical specifications, procedures, and design data, as applicable to the assigned project(s).--- Work with Supply Chain in obtaining proposals and evaluating the proposals; work in conjunction with Supply Chain and Project Management in selecting the equipment manufacturers.--- Collaborate with Customers, Engineering and Construction contractors, and vendors/suppliers, providing timely resolutions of mechanical engineering issues.--- Collaborate with external engineering companies in designing system around the main equipment, document review, etc.--- Work with other functions and disciplines in a team environment and coordinate within the mechanical group and other disciplines/functions independently in developing system designs.--- Develop, assign, and track actions needed to keep the project on track.
Other Functions:--- Review engineering related deliverables prepared by the Team before passing to Contractor.--- Review and approve project related Instrumentation & Controls design/ engineering matters submitted by the Contractor(s).--- Providing comprehensive support for all engineering processes.--- Effectively apply methodology and enforce/adhere to project standards.--- Highlight and evaluate risks on the project as related to discipline engineering activities and deliverables (or absence of same)--- Ensure project documents are complete, current, and stored appropriately.--- Provide support in claim management and documentation including variation management and reporting and contract entitlements as related to the evaluated engineering work products by the Contractor.--- Support Iraq assigned Engineers and SEA Construction Site personnel during Construction and Commissioning phase by timely responding to RFIs and other information requests.--- Effectively communicate relevant project information to superiors.--- Monitor and verify EOR's engineering work progress for the purpose of progress payments.--- Supports project closeout (i.e., punch list items, client final acceptance, etc.).--- Assists with warranty requests by assessing and executing a corrective action plan.--- Attend regular status meetings with project team.--- Participates in ISO 9001 and other audits.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Competencies--- Strong acumen in control systems, and process (instrumentation), design including equipment design & specifications--- Extensive knowledge of mechanical engineering work processes, procedures, and specifications--- Problem solving/analysis--- Excellent computer skills
Work EnvironmentMost work is performed in an office environment. Infrequent trips to the vendor facilities for observation and support may be necessary which may require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, steel-toed boots, and head protection.
Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.This is largely a sedentary role. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary. The employee must occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds.The employee must be able to bend, climb, stoop, or stretch as required to examine fabricated components at the vendor facilities during FATs or other inspections.
Expected Hours of WorkThis is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. Overtime and weekend work are required as needed.
TravelThis is a remote/hybrid role that requires a candidate to come onsite to the corporate office in Jacksonville, FL once a month or as needed for meetings. Anticipated
Required Education and Experience--- BS degree in Controls Engineering, or Electrical Engineering from an accredited university or college with ten (10) years of progressive related experience, or in lieu of a degree, fifteen (15) years of progressive related experience--- Minimum 7 years of I&C discipline lead project design engineering experience in power and/or utility stations.--- Related experience must include, but is not limited to, experience in Control System Architecture development, Power Plant Process Instrumentation Design and applications, Power Plant Control System configuration development, P&ID development, Control Valve sizing and application and related equipment specification and design development for nuclear, refinery, power, or chemical process facilities and equipment thereof.--- Extensively familiar with the selection and technical requirements of utility control system systems for Combined Cycle Power plants--- Familiar with the use & integration of electrical power distribution equipment, and control thereof, into the overall Plant Control system.--- Knowledge of industry and regulatory guides, codes, and standards--- Extensive knowledge and application of NEC/NEMA/ISO/IEC/BS/OSHA Codes and Standards.--- Knowledge and application of ANSI/ASME Codes and Standards
Other Preferred Education and Experience--- Professional Engineer's (PE) License (desired, not required)--- Minimum of 7 years of project experience for projects in excess of $250mUSD--- Knowledge of 3D CAD software and AutoCAD preferred.--- Engineering/Construction exposure in multiple disciplines.--- Knowledgeable of construction/engineering scheduling and execution processes.--- Good analytical and strategic thinking abilities.--- Excellent problem-solving abilities.--- Effective interpersonal and collaborative skills in a matrix and multi-cultural environment.
Work AuthorizationMust be authorized to work in the United States.
Other DutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Stellar Energy Americas Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Stellar Energy Americas Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.



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