Controls Specialist – Advanced Tech & Life Sciences

barrywehmiller; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Barry-Wehmiller Design Group in Portland, OR seeks a Controls Specialist in LSS to join our CSI Practice. You will collaborate with industry experts to deliver high-quality control system solutions for leading manufacturers, guiding projects from design through commissioning.

You will work with seasoned leaders, engineers, and technicians to ensure safety, reliability, and efficiency across capital projects, while developing as a world-class consultant and leader.

Qualifications

• BS in engineering (ABET-accredited) preferred.
• Experience in chemical/electrical/mechanical facilities engineering.
• Familiarity with AHJ inspections and life-safety design.
• Experience commissioning complex, interconnected systems.
• Experience with design/build engineering and construction.

Responsibilities

• Support capital projects and implement client solutions.
• Design and specify production lines and facilities layouts; coordinate with teams and vendors.
• Manage budgets, equipment procurement, scope, schedule, and documentation.
• Coordinate start-up activities and plant personnel training.
• Review construction specs, as-built drawings, and O&M manuals; ensure quality.
• Provide CAD support to project teams.
• Collaborate with owners, GC, contractors, and system integrators.

Skills

Chemical engineering

Mechanical facilities

MEP coordination

Life Safety Systems

Commissioning

Documentation control

Written & verbal communication

Education

ABET-accredited BS in engineering

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Barry-Wehmiller Design Group in Portland, OR seeks a Controls Specialist in LSS to join our CSI Practice. You will collaborate with industry experts to deliver high-quality control system solutions for leading manufacturers, guiding projects from design through commissioning.

You will work with seasoned leaders, engineers, and technicians to ensure safety, reliability, and efficiency across capital projects, while developing as a world-class consultant and leader.