Project Engineer - Controls

Job Description

Role:

Controls (automation) Engineer who will leverage their expertise in PLC programming, control panel design, instrumentation, AC and DC systems, troubleshooting, and testing to support Power Generation and Oil & Gas conversion, modification, upgrade, and service projects throughout the world.

The Controls Project Engineer shall work as part of the Engineering team with emphasis on:

Software development, testing, startup, and commissioning for PLC-based Control Systems

Detailed design of PLC-based Control Systems

Detailed electrical design of AC and DC systems

Creation, review, and approval of required project deliverables

Oversight and direction of electrical technicians for control panel fabrication

Factory and On-site testing and validation of system performance

Duties & Responsibilities:

Review and ensure the project design fulfills all Customer requirements as established in the Customer’s technical specifications, request for quotation/proposal, and purchase order.

Drawing creation, review, and approval for equipment assembly/layout drawings, wiring diagrams, system block diagrams, system wiring schematics, system topology/architecture diagrams, and communications/network diagrams using AutoCAD design software.

Generation of Project Bill of Materials including component selection, drawings, specifications, cable schedules, and documents for procurement of materials, equipment, and services.

Software development from one of or a combination of the following:

Logic Diagrams

Control Narrative/Specification

OEM Documentation and Drawings

Cause & Effect Diagrams

Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)

Troubleshoot existing PLC programs using historical data, real-time data, and customer feedback

Site services to include, control system installation supervision, testing, startup, and Customer training

Ensure projects are completed according to project plan (scope and budget), schedule, bills of materials, drawings, and requirements

Work to Compnay Engineering and Project Execution guidelines, standards, and processes

Provide project coordination, reporting, and documentation to Project Management

Effective communication and collaboration with multiple levels within the organization

Requirements

Experience:

Minimum 3-5 years Electrical, Controls, and/or Project Engineering experience

3 years in an automation environment with direct involvement in software development, configuration, testing, and implementation (required)

Desired Skills & Experience:

Proficiency with Allen Bradley/Rockwell Automation, Siemens, or GE/Emerson PLC platforms

Proficiency with RSView Studio, FactoryTalk View, Cimplicity, Wonderware, or Archestra Human Machine Interface (HMI) platforms

Familiarity with any of GE, Westinghouse, Siemens, Pratt & Whitney, Rolls Royce, Solar, ABB, Mitsubishi gas turbines for power generation and/or oil & gas applications

Familiarity and ability to read/understand Electrical Schematics, Cable Schedules, Control Logic Diagrams, Piping and Instrument Diagrams, and Cause & Effect Diagrams

Working understanding of UL508a and National Electric Code (NEC)

Electrical Process design including specification and selection of Electrical and Controls components, Low Voltage Power distribution (480 VAC/120 VAC), and process control instrumentation

Electrical design and creation of connection drawings with AutoCAD

Ability to synthesize information from electrical/mechanical systems and manufacturer’s data sheets

Proficiency with appropriate tools to conduct electrical testing, including digital multi-meters, process calibrators, and function generators

Proficiency with Microsoft Office (including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Project)

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (preferred), or related field

Miscellaneous:

Travel:

Travel to customer sites is required

Travel is project based (domestic and international) and can vary based on project timelines

Estimated travel is 30-50%

Full-time