Controls Engineer - Power Metering Focus

Job Description

Job Title: Electrical Controls Engineer – Power Metering Focus

Job at a Glance:

Title: Electrical Controls Engineer

Location: Anaheim, CA 5 days on site

Contract: 22 months initial with potential for conversion to full time employment

Pay: $70.00-$80.00/hour + optional medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match

Overview:

We are seeking a Electrical Controls Engineer with deep expertise in electrical power metering and control systems to join a multidisciplinary automation and controls team. This role blends hands-on technical troubleshooting with strategic planning and proposal development to ensure the performance, reliability, and long-term sustainability of critical power metering infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:

Electrical Communications & System Integration

Configure, troubleshoot, and maintain communication systems related to electrical power meters.

Field Troubleshooting & Diagnostics

Perform on-site diagnostics to identify and resolve issues with power metering equipment and control systems.

Obsolescence Mitigation & Proposal Development

Assess aging metering infrastructure and collaborate on proposals for upgrades, replacements, or redesigns.

Preventive & Corrective Maintenance

Conduct electrical and communication maintenance for metering systems to ensure continued accuracy and reliability.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Work closely with engineers across instrumentation, electrical, controls, and software disciplines on integrated solutions.

Technical Focus Areas:

Electrical power metering systems

Metering control systems and automation

Industrial electrical communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, DNP3)

SCADA and control system integration

Obsolescence risk assessment and lifecycle planning

Work Environment:

Field Work: On-site troubleshooting and support at operational facilities

Office-Based: Proposal development, planning, and documentation

Hybrid Role: Balanced mix of hands-on technical work and strategic engineering initiatives

Qualifications:

Required Experience & Skills:

5+ years of experience in controls engineering, power metering, or electrical/automation systems

Strong understanding of industrial electrical communication systems

Proven ability to troubleshoot and maintain complex metering equipment

Experience with control system integration and automation infrastructure

Solid grasp of electrical codes and standards (e.g., NEC, IEEE)Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Team Environment:

This role is part of a highly collaborative automation and controls team composed of professionals in controls, instrumentation, software, and electrical engineering. While team members currently share the title of “Controls Engineer,” the group is moving toward more specialized roles aligned with individual technical domains.

About the Client:

This opportunity is with a leading name in themed entertainment, hospitality, and immersive experiences. The company is known for its innovative engineering and creative development of world-class attractions, providing a dynamic and collaborative environment for cutting-edge project work.

About CEI:

CEI delivers solutions that help our customers transform their businesses and achieve meaningful results as a trusted technology partner. From strategy and custom application development through application management, our technology and digital experience services are tailored to meet each unique need of our customers. Our staffing solutions bring specialized skills to complement our customers' workforce and project requirements.

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Full-time

Hybrid remote