Controls Design Engineer

ControlsJobs; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

401(k) with employer match up to 4%

Disability Insurance (short & longterm

Life Insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

ControlsJobs in Raleigh, NC is seeking a talented Controls Design Engineer to design automation control systems for boilers, furnaces, kilns and related combustion equipment. You will review project documents to define design criteria, create electrical ladder and PLC wiring diagrams in AutoCAD, and select instrumentation such as transmitters and valves.

The role collaborates with engineers, project managers, and the sales team to support estimating, FATs, and panel assembly activities, while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering preferred; two-year technical or associate’s degree with significant experience considered.
• Strong knowledge of process control systems and combustion systems a plus.
• Proficiency in creating detailed electrical ladder diagrams, PLC wiring diagrams, and control panel layouts.

Responsibilities

• Design automation control systems for boilers, industrial furnaces, kilns, and related systems.
• Review project documents to establish design criteria including power needs and hardware requirements including PLC I/O lists.
• Use AutoCAD to produce electrical ladder diagrams, PLC wiring diagrams, and control panel layouts.
• Select and recommend instrumentation such as pressure/temperature transmitters, flowmeters, and control valves.
• Engage in site assessments and FATs; support project estimating with technical insights.
• Assist UL508A panel assembly and valve assembly teams.

Skills

Controls design

Project collaboration

Communication

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering

Associate degree with significant experience

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Join a dynamic team in the heart of Raleigh, NC, as a pivotal member of our Controls Engineering group. We are seeking a talented Controls Design Engineer who has a proven track record in designing advanced process control systems. This opportunity requires collaborative work with other engineers and project managers to design control systems that meet project specifications and sales objectives.

In this role, your primary responsibilities will include:

• Designing and developing automation control systems for various applications including boilers, industrial furnaces, kilns, and other combustion-related systems.
• Reviewing project documents and specifications to establish clear design criteria, encompassing system power needs and hardware requirements including PLC I/O lists.
• Utilizing AutoCAD to produce comprehensive drawings and diagrams, such as electrical ladder diagrams, PLC wiring diagrams, and control panel layouts that facilitate fabrication and assembly processes.
• Selecting and recommending suitable instrumentation for process control systems, including but not limited to pressure transmitters, temperature transmitters, flowmeters, and control valves.
• Engaging in process system reviews and conducting occasional site assessments to provide project support.
• Collaborating with the sales team by providing technical insights for project estimating and quoting.
• Offering technical assistance to various departments, including UL508A panel assembly and valve assembly teams.
• Participating in Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) of control panels prior to their shipment.
• Performing additional duties as required that contribute to team objectives.

Ideal candidates will have:

• At least five years of relevant experience in controls design.
• A Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering is preferred; a two-year technical or associate’s degree alongside significant experience is also considered.
• In-depth knowledge and experience with process control systems; familiarity with combustion systems is an added advantage.
• Proficiency in creating detailed electrical ladder diagrams, PLC wiring diagrams, and control panel layout diagrams.
• Experience generating mechanical fabrication drawings.
• Expertise in using AutoCAD software for design purposes.
• Competency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) along with adaptability to learn internal software systems.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with engineers, sales teams, and clients.
• A proactive approach to multitasking and the ability to work independently within a fast-paced, evolving environment.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time associates, which includes:

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for medical and dependent care
• 401(k) with an employer match of up to 4%, with immediate vesting
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability coverage
• Employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance, with supplemental options available for employees and dependents
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• Tuition reimbursement to support your continued education

If you are ready to advance your career in controls engineering with an innovative team, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.