electrical/control engineer

Our electrical/control engineer works closely with our mechanical/process engineers to control/power: mainly (not limited to) chillers comprising of piping, automated on-off valves, temperature/pressure sensors, pumps, heat exchangers, vessels and fans.

• Perform conceptual and/or detailed design of instrumentation and control systems and modifications thereof, including definition of system functional and performance requirements and control algorithms, definition of control logic and wiring arrangements, control parameters, setpoints, instrument ranges and environmental qualification·
• Perform specification, sizing, and selection for various types of I&C components, and produce component related documentation including assessment documents, setpoint calculations, error analyses, technical specifications, etc.·
• Update and/or prepare I&C engineering design documents including design requirements, design description, elementary diagrams, functional specifications, etc., together with the supporting analysis/assessment documents and other design basis documents.
• Lay out new industrial electrical control panels which are NFPA/NEC compliant, and create electrical, control schematics.
• Architect, write, and debug PLC ladder logic with an emphasis on generating code that is organized, structured, documented, maintainable and reusable.
• Design and troubleshoot both software and hardware necessary for control systems utilizing PLCs for integration of manufacturing systems.
• Design, specify, wire, and procure control panel equipment, e.g. safety circuits, I/O, networks, protection circuits, etc.
• Develop bid documentation for Electrical, Automation, and Low Voltage (network, security) vendors
• Assist in providing responses to technical enquiries from design review teams and regulatory agencies.
• Assist in providing technical support to engineering groups at site.
• Deliver technical presentations accurately and effectively.
• Manage assigned work effectively, including prioritizing, executing, managing schedule and budget, and reporting, to meet project goals.

About You:
· Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
· 3+ years experience with industrial maintenance in a manufacturing environment
· 2+ years experience with industrial controls and automation; programming experience required
· Experienced with micro controllers and related programming skills.
· Minimum three years of manufacturing systems or oil and gas including PLC-based control systems and OPC interfaces preferable
· Proficiency with MS Office and AutoCAD Required
· Experience troubleshooting automated equipment, including sensors, valves, pumps, discrete I/O, PLCs, and VFDs.
· Basic understanding of hydronic and pneumatic system, absorption/adsorption chillers
· Knowledge of the installation, configuration, operation and troubleshooting of route and switched network
· Participate in initial equipment conceptual development and carefully balance product specifications, process control requirements, layout complexity, cost, quality and lead-time limits.
· Generate/program HMI screens for complex machinery.
· Manage electrical cabinet builds, field wiring.
· Select and size electrical and electromechanical components such as servos, AC motors, Valves.
· The ideal candidate takes pride in his/her hands-on work, analytical ability, organizational skills and attention to detail. He/She appreciates an environment where superior work is encouraged, noticed and rewarded and where individuals carry tremendous responsibility. He/She looks forward to learning an incredible amount on the job.

Requirements:
· Proficiency with process integration and electromechanical / mechatronic systems.
· Knowledge of micro controller design
· Familiar with analog and digital sensors
· Knowledge of Electrical Standards (NFPA79, National Electric code, UL508A).
· In depth knowledge of Safety standards (ANSI/RIA15.06, OSHA).
· Advanced proficiency programming industrial equipment:
· Programming PLCs (Allen Bradley, Siemens)
· Safety Controllers
· Human Machine Interface (HMI / GUI)
· Industrial Networks (Ethernet, Profinet)
· Tuning PID controllers
· Proficiency selecting appropriate circuit protectors, wire and cable, sensors, safety hardware, PLC hardware, remote I/O, VFD and servo systems.
· Proficiency creating detailed electrical and fluid schematics in CAD (AutoCAD Electrical preferred)
· Proficiency programming and tuning variable frequency drives
· Exposure to a wide variety of production machinery, industrial sensors, and equipment (pressure transducers, dispense systems, temperature controllers
· Experience creating technical specifications for automated manufacturing equipment is highly desired
· Ability to use 3D CAD packages such as AutoCAD