Controls & Automation Engineer

hargroveepc

Mobile (AL)

On-site

USD 75,000 - 100,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance benefits

Matching retirement contributions

Job summary

Hargrove EPC in Mobile, AL seeks a Controls Engineer to perform routine design of less complex automation tasks and assist with larger projects under supervision. The role emphasizes DCS/PLC/HMI/SIS systems and on-site startup support.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical, Chemical, or Computer Engineering, with EIT registration required and PE preferred, plus at least 1 year of relevant experience. Strong ISA/IEC knowledge and MS Office skills are expected.

Qualifications

Bachelor or Master degree in Chemical, Electrical, or Computer Engineering from an accredited university is required.
Engineer in Training (EIT) registration is required. Professional Engineering (PE) registration is preferred upon eligibility.
Minimum 1 year of relevant industrial experience in controls and automation engineering.

Responsibilities

Design routine control system assignments and assist larger automation projects under supervision.
Provide on-site startup support and guidance to less experienced staff.
Coordinate work activities with staff and office leaders.
Produce control system installation specifications and diagrams.
Develop conceptual layouts and cost studies for small projects.

Skills

DCS/PLC/HMI/SISSystems

ISA S88

IEC 61131

ISA S84

OSHA 1910.119

PFD/P&ID interpretation

Networking TCP/IP

Troubleshooting I/O

MS Office

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master in Chemical, Electrical, or Computer Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Vendor drawings review

Job description

What You'll be Doing

Job Summary: Generally responsible for performing routine design of less complex engineering assignments using theoretical knowledge and practical design methods with regard to implementation of DCS/PLC/HMI/SIS systems. With experience at this level, the expectation is to assist in the design of larger and more complex automation and controls engineering assignments or lead smaller automation projects. This work will be performed under general supervision.

This position offers a highly competitive compensation package, including paid time off, health insurance benefits, and matching retirement contributions.

Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Recognizing and communicating scope and design changes promptly.
Providing on-site assistance during startup.
Providing technical guidance to less experienced engineering personnel in the department.
Coordinating work activities with other staff members and C&A Office Leaders.
Producing control system installation specifications.
Developing conceptual layouts and cost studies on small projects as necessary to determine the most simple, efficient approach to solving engineering tasks at hand.
Configuring control systems with an overall emphasis on ease of maintenance and completed product meeting the expectations of the client.
Consulting with design leaders from other disciplines to ensure the smooth flow of vital information necessary for the scheduled completion of the project.
Reviewing and checking vendor drawings and other discipline drawings for Controls & Automation input.
Performing fieldwork necessary to gather field data and retrieve existing control system configuration.

Ideal Background

Education: Bachelor or Master degree of Chemical, Electrical, or Computer Engineering from an accredited university is required.

Registration: Engineer in Training (EIT) registration is required. Professional Engineering (PE) registration is preferred upon eligibility.

Experience: This position requires a minimum 1 year of relevant industrial experience in controls and automation engineering.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Ability

Ability to understand and implement the current version of ISA S88 programming standards.

Ability to understand and implement the current version of IEC 61131 programming languages and standards.

Ability to understand and implement the current version of ISA S84 programming standards.

Ability to understand and implement the current version of OSHA 1910.119 Management of Change.

Experience with two or more of the following systems (DCS, PLC, HMI, or SIS) OR Extensive knowledge of at least one of the following systems: - DCS - Honeywell TDC2000/TDC3000 - Honeywell Experion - Emerson DeltaV - Yokogawa Centum 3000 - Yokogawa Centum VP - ABB 800xA - Siemens PCS 7 - Foxboro - PLC - Allen Bradley Control Logix - Allen Bradley PLC 5 - Allen Bradley SLC 500 - Allen Bradley Micro Logix - Allen Bradley Compact Logix - Siemens S7-400 - Siemens S7-300 - Siemens S7-1200 - Siemens S7-1500 - Modicon PLC's - GE PLC's - HMI - Rockwell Automation FactoryTalk View SE - Rockwell Automation FactoryTalk View ME - Wonderware - GE iFix - SIS - Triconex - Yokogawa ProSafe - Honeywell FSC and Safety Manager - DeltaV SIS - Rockwell AAdvance - Allen Bradley GuardLogix - HIMA - Triplex - Quadlog

Ability to create accurate controls hardware installation documents from the information found on vendor equipment drawings.

Ability to read and interpret PFD's, P&ID's, and instrument loop sheets.

Working knowledge of TCP/IP networking protocols, media (twisted pair, coaxial, fiber optic, wireless, etc.), and equipment.

Ability to troubleshoot I/O problems in the field using a multimeter.

Ability to troubleshoot software problems in the field.

Ability to troubleshoot networking problems in the field using common isolation techniques.

Knowledge and application of at least one of the following in support of control system installation: - Microsoft Windows Client - Microsoft Server Operating Systems - UNIX - Linux - VMS

Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Good communication skills, both verbal and written.

Ability to accurately estimate completion of assigned tasks.

Forecasting hours to complete professional services.

Developing design criteria and scope of work.

Excellent virtual team skills and cross divisional relationships.

Preferred Skills