Controls Design Engineer

ControlsJobs; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, dental insurance

401(k) plan with employer match

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

ControlsJobs in Charlotte, NC seeks a Controls Design Engineer to design process control systems for boilers and industrial furnaces. You will translate specifications into AutoCAD drawings and PLC wiring diagrams, selecting instrumentation and assisting with FAT and field support.

The role collaborates with controls engineers and project managers to align designs with project goals, while contributing to cost estimates and fabrication drawings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering preferred.
• Five years of controls engineering experience preferred.
• Experience with process control systems and combustion is a plus.
• Ability to produce electrical ladder diagrams, PLC wiring diagrams, and control panel layouts.
• Skilled in creating detailed mechanical fabrication drawings.

Responsibilities

• Develop and design process control systems for boilers, furnaces, kilns, and related applications.
• Review specifications and determine power, PLC I/O, and hardware needs.
• Translate designs into AutoCAD drawings including ladder and wiring diagrams.
• Select instrumentation like transmitters and valves; support FAT and site work.
• Assist sales with cost estimates and provide technical support to shops.

Skills

Process control systems

AutoCAD

PLC wiring diagrams

Electrical ladder diagrams

Control panel layouts

Project coordination

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering

Associate degree with relevant experience

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Join a dynamic engineering team in Charlotte, NC, as we seek a talented Controls Design Engineer. In this role, you will leverage your expertise in designing process control systems to make a significant impact in the process and power industries. If you have a solid background in combustion and process control, we want to hear from you!

This position is part of our dedicated Controls Engineering team and offers a collaborative environment where you will coordinate closely with fellow Controls Engineers and Project Managers. Your main focus will be to create innovative process control system designs that align with our project and sales objectives. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to assist in generating detailed mechanical fabrication drawings supporting our valve assembly department.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and design process control systems tailored for boilers, industrial furnaces, kilns, and other combustion-related applications.
• Review project specifications to establish design criteria, which includes:
• Identifying system power requirements and developing PLC input/output lists
• Selecting and specifying necessary hardware like PLCs, power supplies, and control panel components
• Translate design specifications into precise AutoCAD drawings, including:
• Electrical ladder diagrams and PLC wiring diagrams
• Layouts for enclosures and subpanels to facilitate fabrication and assembly
• Select instrumentation for process controls, such as:
• Pressure transmitters and temperature transmitters
• Flowmeters and control valves
• Conduct process system reviews, travel for site assessments, and support project implementation.
• Assist the sales team with project cost estimations and quotations.
• Provide technical support to panel and valve assembly shops.
• Participate in Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) of completed control panels before shipment.
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least five years of relevant experience in controls engineering or a related field.
• A Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering is preferred; candidates with a two-year technical degree or associate’s degree and relevant experience will be considered.
• Proven experience with process control systems; experience with combustion systems is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to produce electrical ladder diagrams, PLC wiring diagrams, and control panel layouts.
• Proficient in creating detailed mechanical fabrication drawings.
• Solid knowledge of AutoCAD software for design purposes.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) with the ability to adapt to company-specific software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage with engineering teams, sales staff, and customers.
• Capability to manage multiple tasks independently in a fast-paced environment.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) plan with employer match and immediate vesting
• Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Basic life insurance and AD&D; supplemental life insurance options available
• Paid time off and holidays
• Tuition reimbursement for ongoing education