Controls Engineer

LVI Associates; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Employee ownership program

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy based in Philadelphia is seeking an Automation and Controls Engineering Consultant to design and implement control systems for various automation projects. The role involves programming PLCs, designing control panels, and mentoring junior engineers. Candidates should have a BS in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering and 3-5 years of relevant experience. Comprehensive benefits are offered, including medical and retirement plans, along with an employee ownership program.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years in controls, PLC programming, instrumentation design.
• Ability to travel up to 50%.

Responsibilities

• Develop control systems and schematics using AutoCAD.
• Create Sequence of Operation documents and lead reviews.
• Perform system checkout and start-up; deliver documentation and training.
• Act as technical lead and mentor junior engineers.
• Manage small projects, including planning and purchasing.

Skills

PLC programming

Control panel design

Instrumentation design

AutoCAD

Education

BS in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

Job description

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Automation and Controls Engineering Consultant at LVI Associates

Overview: Design and implement control systems for automation projects, including hardware, software, and instrumentation. Responsibilities include PLC programming, control panel design, system checkout, and start-up support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop control systems and schematics (AutoCAD).
• Create Sequence of Operation documents; lead reviews.
• Perform system checkout/start-up; deliver documentation and training.
• Act as technical lead; mentor junior engineers.
• Manage small projects ($50K-$250K) including planning and purchasing.

Requirements:

• BS in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering preferred.
• 3-5 years in controls, PLC programming (Allen Bradley, Siemens, etc.), instrumentation design.
• Ability to travel up to 50%.

Physical & Environment: Work in industrial settings; lift/climb; frequent PC use.

Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, disability, PTO, holidays, tuition reimbursement, retirement plans, and employee ownership program.

Controls Engineer - Philadelphia, PA