Instrumentation Designer III

Quanta Power Solutions brings together the industry-leading capabilities and resources of Quantas operating companies to deliver complete EPC solutions. Our integrated approach spans power generation battery energy storage renewables transmission substation and underground infrastructure from concept to commissioning we execute complex power infrastructure projects with the speed certainty and operational excellence our customers depend on.

At Quanta Power Solutions we are driven by a culture of safety integrity and disciplined execution and were building a team that shares that commitment.

Quanta Power Solutions is seeking an experienced Instrumentation Designer III to perform advanced instrumentation and control system design for power generation renewable energy battery energy storage systems (BESS) data centers substations transmission and industrial infrastructure projects. This position is responsible for independently executing complex design assignments developing detailed construction packages and providing technical guidance to junior designers while supporting Engineering Procurement and Construction (EPC) project execution.

The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in instrumentation design industrial control systems and multidiscipline coordination within industrial and power generation environments.

Instrumentation Design & Development

• Independently develop instrumentation and control system design deliverables for EPC projects.
• Prepare review and coordinate:
  • Instrument location plans
  • Instrument installation details
  • Loop diagrams
  • Wiring and interconnection diagrams
  • Junction box layouts
  • Cable schedules
  • Instrument indexes
  • Control panel and marshalling cabinet layouts
  • Instrument cable routing plans
  • P&ID markups and revisions
  • Control system interface drawings
• Create detailed construction packages utilizing engineering specifications calculations vendor documentation and project requirements.
• Ensure instrumentation designs support constructability maintainability safety and operational requirements.

Advanced Design & Modeling

• Utilize AutoCAD Revit Plant 3D Navisworks and related design platforms to develop detailed engineering drawings and models.
• Participate in 3D model development and interdisciplinary design reviews.
• Develop complex instrumentation layouts and equipment arrangements.
• Support BIM coordination and clash detection activities.
• Maintain compliance with company drafting standards and project requirements.

Instrumentation Systems Design

• Support the design and layout of:
  • Pressure temperature flow and level instrumentation
  • Analytical instrumentation systems
  • Control valve assemblies
  • Instrument air systems
  • PLC DCS and SCADA interfaces
  • Process automation systems
  • Field instrumentation networks
• Assist engineers with instrument installation requirements and control system integration.
• Develop material take-offs (MTOs) and quantity estimates for procurement and construction activities.

Project Execution

• Execute instrumentation design activities throughout conceptual design detailed engineering procurement construction and commissioning phases.
• Monitor assigned deliverables and ensure alignment with project schedules and budgets.
• Review vendor drawings equipment packages and technical documentation.
• Support engineering scope development and project planning activities.
• Identify design challenges and recommend practical solutions.

Multidisciplinary Coordination

• Coordinate instrumentation design activities with electrical mechanical process civil structural and construction teams.
• Participate in interdisciplinary design reviews and constructability assessments.
• Resolve design interface issues and drawing conflicts.
• Ensure instrumentation systems are properly integrated into overall facility designs.

Construction & Field Support

• Conduct field verification activities and site walkdowns.
• Support responses to Requests for Information (RFIs) and field design questions.
• Revise drawings based on field conditions and as-built requirements.
• Support startup and commissioning activities through design clarification and technical assistance.
• Participate in equipment installation reviews and construction progress meetings.

Leadership & Mentorship

• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to Instrumentation Designer I and II personnel.
• Review junior designer work for accuracy quality and adherence to standards.
• Assist in training and development of design team members.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and development of design best practices.
• Promote safety quality and engineering excellence throughout project execution.

Quality & Standards

• Ensure compliance with company engineering standards drafting procedures and project specifications.
• Perform quality checks and peer reviews of instrumentation design deliverables.
• Maintain project documentation and revision control requirements.
• Support quality assurance and quality control programs.
• Participate in lessons learned and process improvement initiatives.

Education & Experience

• Associate degree in Drafting Technology Engineering Technology Instrumentation Technology or related technical discipline.
• Minimum 58 years of instrumentation design experience in industrial utility power generation renewable energy or EPC environments.
• Experience supporting multidisciplinary engineering projects and construction execution.
• Experience with large industrial facilities power plants data centers or energy infrastructure projects preferred.

Advanced Knowledge Of:

• Industrial instrumentation systems and installation practices.
• Instrumentation symbols standards and drafting conventions.
• Instrument loop design and wiring practices.
• Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).
• PLC DCS and SCADA system interfaces.
• Instrument cable routing and raceway systems.
• Industrial construction and commissioning practices.

Software Proficiency

• Plant 3D.
• Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel Outlook).

Preferred Experience With:

• SmartPlant Instrumentation.
• Aveva Instrumentation.
• BIM coordination platforms.
• Electronic document management systems.

Familiarity With:

• ISA standards.
• NEC requirements.
• Industrial and power generation facility design standards
• EPC project workflows and deliverable requirements.

Professional Skills

• Strong attention to detail and technical accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to mentor junior designers and collaborate across disciplines.
• Commitment to quality safety and continuous improvement.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit stand or walk for extended periods.
• Ability to travel periodically for field verification site visits and construction support.
• Ability to work in active industrial facilities power plants substations data centers and construction environments as required.

• Competitive Compensation
• Weekly Pay
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Holiday Pay
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Comprehensive Health Coverage
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Discount Program

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race color religion national origin or ancestry sex (including gender pregnancy sexual orientation and/or gender identity) age disability genetic information veteran status and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal state or local law.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and protected veteran status.

We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application interview or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position please contact us the Companys Human Resources department.