Controls Engineer

About the job Controls Engineer

Job Summary:The Controls Engineer is a key contributor responsible for managing controls engineering projects involving control system design, DCS/PLC programming, control panel design, instrumentation, check-out support, and start-up assistance. This role requires technical expertise, effective communication skills, and the ability to work in a multi-disciplined environment, interfacing with engineers, designers, and drafters.

Responsibilities:

DCS/PLC Control System Design:

Design, develop, and implement DCS/PLC control systems (logic software and hardware) to meet process requirements.

Ensure compliance with local or government agency design/implementation codes.

Control Panel and System Design Standards:

Apply knowledge of control panel and system design standards and code practices for local or government agencies.

Document Development:

Develop documents detailing control configuration and design, including Theory/Description of operation and system implementation/acceptance test plans.

System Design Calculations/Analysis:

Perform system design calculations/analysis such as short circuit protection, harmonics, noise reduction/cancellation, power consumption, load flow, protective relay/circuit design, and safety system implementation (SIL rating).

Hazard Analysis and Mitigation:

Analyze system design for hazard analysis development and mitigation.

AutoCAD Schematics:

Develop schematics of control system configuration, wiring, network layout, and equipment panel layouts using AutoCAD.

Start-Up Assistance:

Assist with the initial start-up and debugging of integrated systems.

Develop system documentation.

Project Leadership:

Act as technical lead on projects, guiding lower-level engineers, technicians, and contractors.

Act as Project Manager on smaller projects ($50k to $250k), including development and execution of implementation plans, assigning work, developing schedules, and overseeing purchasing and subcontractor requirements.

Qualifications:

Education: Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering (Directly related experience may be substituted for a degree).

Experience: 5+ years in Ethernet-based control systems, safety systems, instrumentation, components, logic programming, and DCS programming (e.g., DeltaV, Experion, 800xA).

Skills: Proficiency in AutoCAD, knowledge of contract documents and specifications, ability to collect field data, perform system design functions, planning, customer-focused, timely decision-making, informing, organizing, priority setting, problem-solving.

Software Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Windows and Office environments.

Travel:Ability to travel up to 35%.

Physical Demands of Position:Seeing, color perception, hearing, listening, clear speech, dexterity in hands, driving, lifting, climbing, ability to mount and dismount equipment, pushing, and pulling.

Working Conditions:The position may involve a variety of working conditions, including travel to client sites and hands-on work in various environments.