Job Title: Safety and Compliance Instrumentation Engineer
Job Summary:
The Junior Safety and Compliance Instrumentation Engineer is responsible for supporting the installation, maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting of instrumentation systems designed to monitor and ensure safety and compliance within manufacturing or industrial environments. This role involves working with senior engineers to ensure that safety-related instrumentation systems such as pressure, temperature, flow sensors, and emergency shutdown systems are operating efficiently and in compliance with safety regulations and industry standards.
Key Responsibilities:
System Setup and Installation:
- Assist in the installation and configuration of safety and compliance instrumentation systems, including sensors, control systems, and emergency shutdown devices.
- Support the integration of safety and compliance instrumentation with existing production and process systems to ensure smooth operation.
- Help with the setup of monitoring systems that track critical parameters (pressure, temperature, flow) to ensure safety standards are met.
Calibration and Maintenance:
- Assist in the calibration of safety and compliance instrumentation systems to ensure the accuracy of measurements and proper system performance.
- Perform routine maintenance on safety instrumentation systems, including inspecting, cleaning, and replacing components as needed.
- Help monitor and ensure that instruments are functioning correctly and meet safety standards, conducting regular checks to prevent system failure.
Troubleshooting and Problem Resolution:
- Assist senior engineers in troubleshooting issues with instrumentation systems, such as sensor malfunctions or failure to meet calibration standards.
- Help identify the root cause of instrumentation problems and assist in resolving issues to minimize downtime and prevent safety violations.
- Support corrective actions and ensure the safety systems are restored to proper working order promptly.
Data Collection and Reporting:
- Collect and record data from safety and compliance instrumentation systems, such as sensor readings, alarms, and system performance data.
- Assist in generating reports to track system performance and compliance with safety regulations.
- Support the preparation of documentation for audits, inspections, and regulatory reviews to demonstrate compliance with safety standards.
Compliance and Safety Monitoring:
- Ensure that safety and compliance instrumentation systems comply with industry standards and regulatory requirements, such as OSHA, EPA, or ISO guidelines.
- Work with senior engineers to monitor and verify the operation of safety systems, ensuring they perform as required under normal and emergency conditions.
- Help maintain safety records, including calibration logs, maintenance activities, and compliance checks.
Collaboration and Teamwork:
- Work closely with engineers, operators, and maintenance teams to ensure the proper functioning of safety and compliance systems.
- Assist in coordinating with cross-functional teams to identify and address any safety or compliance issues related to instrumentation systems.
- Provide technical support to operators on the proper use of safety instrumentation systems and assist in the identification of potential risks.
Learning and Development:
- Continuously develop knowledge and understanding of safety and compliance instrumentation, including learning about industry standards and the latest technology in safety systems.
- Participate in training programs and workshops to enhance your understanding of safety regulations, instrumentation systems, and troubleshooting techniques.
- Stay up to date on new developments in safety instrumentation, sensors, and related technologies to improve system performance and efficiency.
Documentation and Compliance:
- Assist in the documentation of safety instrumentation activities, including installation procedures, maintenance logs, and system performance reports.
- Ensure that all records related to safety instrumentation are accurate, complete, and easily accessible for future audits or inspections.
- Support the creation of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safety guidelines for the use and maintenance of instrumentation systems.
Skills and Knowledge Required:
- Basic understanding of industrial instrumentation systems, including sensors, control systems, and emergency shutdown devices.
- Familiarity with safety standards and regulations (e.g., OSHA, ISO, EPA) is an advantage.
- Eagerness to learn about safety and compliance instrumentation technologies and regulatory requirements.
- Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail to assist in troubleshooting and maintaining instrumentation systems.
- Ability to work with data collection tools and assist in generating reports to track system performance and compliance.
- Strong communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and document system activities.
- Ability to follow instructions, work under supervision, and contribute to team objectives.
Educational Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Control Engineering, or a related technical field.
- Coursework or certifications related to industrial instrumentation, safety systems, or regulatory compliance is a plus.
Experience:
- 1-2 years of experience in instrumentation systems, safety systems, or industrial automation. Internships or academic projects in related fields are beneficial.
- Familiarity with industrial instrumentation, PLC programming, and basic safety systems through coursework or hands-on training is advantageous.
Tools and Technologies:
- Familiarity with calibration tools, instrumentation systems, and sensors used for safety and compliance applications.
- Exposure to SCADA systems, PLCs, and process control software is a plus.
- Basic knowledge of diagnostic tools for troubleshooting safety instrumentation systems.
Other Requirements:
- Strong desire to learn and develop expertise in safety and compliance instrumentation systems.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment, supporting senior engineers and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
- Willingness to work in industrial settings, assisting with hands-on tasks related to instrumentation systems and safety compliance.
- Good organizational skills to manage documentation and maintain compliance records.