Electrical Control & Instrumentation Design And Project Engineer

Chart Industries is a leading global manufacturer of highly engineered equipment and solutions serving multiple applications in the Energy, Industrial and Industrial Gas end markets. In March 2023 Chart Industries acquired the Howden Group, and the combined group is now represented in over 40 countries worldwide with over 11,700 employees. Our vision is to enable the vital processes of our customers and thereby promote a more sustainable world via our Nexus of Clean™ strategy. The combination of Chart and Howden furthers our global leadership position in process technologies with products and services in applications such as hydrogen, carbon capture, energy recovery, nuclear, water treatment, mining, and LNG to name a few. Together with customer-focused service solutions including extensive service network and market leading digital diagnostics, we support our customers through the complete lifecycle of their assets.   At Chart we have a strong corporate identity and a clear purpose - you will be a member of our team shaping the future of the company and participating in helping our customers and the world tackling some of the planet's most pressing issues.

What do we do?

Our vision is to enable our customers’ vital processes, which advance a more sustainable world.  We supply turnkey solutions, fans, compressors, turbines, blowers, heat exchangers and silencers, as well as a comprehensive range of services including specialised engineering for air and gas handling, project management, equipment servicing and site management.

The Big Picture:

Howden Australia currently has a vacancy for an experienced Electrical Control and Instrumentation Design and Project Engineer to join our busy team. This is a 12 month fixed-term contract, with the potential to convert to permanent.

The Electrical Control and Instrumentation Design and Project Engineer’s role is focused on providing projects and tenders with electrical engineering Design and drafting services to required technical and quality standards, within limited time schedule and budget. The successful candidate will design electrical, control and instrumentation solutions in accordance with client’s specifications, statutory requirements and Howden quality standards, as well as supporting the tendering of mine turnkey proposals by interpreting client’s specifications and assisting in scope definition and costing. 

The roles involves some travel of up to 30% of time including mine sites (project specific – thus depends on the nature of the project), there may aslo be some international travel.

We will offer an attractive remuneration package, annual bonus, flexible working arrangements, reimbursement towards your health & fitness regime and a supportive culture.

What needs to be done?

• Carry out assigned drafting and design work in compliance with Howden’s offered technical solution, appropriate standards and regulations, budget, schedule, scope and client’s specification.
• Liaise and co-ordinate, as appropriate, with other disciplines involved on the project (internal and external) to exchange related technical, budget and schedule details.
• Maintain quality levels throughout the work with particular reference to drawings and associated technical documentation.
• Maintain project files up-to date with relevant information
• Carry out electrical system Design and drafting, and maintain control over the design solutions carried out by external service providers and suppliers.
• Develop of P&ID, layout drawings, wiring schematics, instrument and equipment list and ePLAN-based reports (cable schedule, I/O list, BOM, etc.)
• Ensure EC&I system design takes into consideration all interfaces with other disciplines – mechanical, process and civil 
• Ensure design solution compliance with project’s technical offer, client’s specification, relevant standards and regulations, budget and schedule. 
• Ensure that scope changes are identified, submitted to client and approved. 
• Produce and review ITPs, perform and witness equipment testing as required for internal quality control, FAT and SAT
• Perform commissioning tasks
• Help maintain library of technical knowledge

What do you need to bring?

• Qualification in Electrical Engineering. 
• Strong working knowledge of relevant Australian Standards including AS standards related to surface and underground mines, NSW Coal Mines Health and SafetyCMHS) Act, CMHS Regulations and Queensland Coal Mining Safety and Health Regulation 
• Design and/or maintenance experience with electrical installations in mining, coal mines in particular 
• Solid understanding of MV and LV protection 
• Design and/or maintenance experience with MV and LV switchgear, VVVF drives and various types of SoftStarters
• Experience with prefabricated switchrooms and associated equipment (Air conditioning, fire detection and fire suppression systems, lighting etc.) 
• Solid Turnkey project experience 
• Knowledge of earthing and lightning protection systems. 
• Ability do use AutoCAD for drawing update or design work 
• Ability to program PLC and develop HMI and SCADA functional screens
• Understanding of control communication protocols 
• Understanding of Electrical Control and Instrumentation (EC&I) systems.
• Experience with Eplan 
• Ability to define scope of electrical work/producto Ability to write functional specifications 
• Ability to work independently and as part of the team 
• Good communication and interpersonal skills 
• Demonstrated experience in project management from design through to commissioning 

 Desirable skills, knowledge & behaviours

• Lighting 
• Electrical design in Hazardous area, especially on Coal mines. 
• Experience with ETAP 
• CPEng & RPEQ 
• Experience working with ventilation system equipment 

To express your interest in this position, please click apply and submit your CV and cover letter

The advantages of working at Howden:

Worldwide business – Liaise with our colleagues in 27 countries.

We offer global and local opportunities– 6000 employees and world leading engineers, who create cutting edge developments – You will be a part of over 160 years of innovation and development that continues today with our digital solutions.

At Howden we have a strong corporate identity and purpose – You will be a member of our team, shaping the future of the world and tackling some of the most pressing issues facing the planet.

Our products and organisation are Revolving Around You – Our culture promotes individual development to enhance our most important asset – our people.