Electrical Controls Engineer

Apollo Technical; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm in the Houston area is seeking an Electrical Controls Engineer to design and implement cutting-edge control systems. This role involves working on diverse projects, providing technical support, and collaborating with a talented team to drive automation solutions forward. The ideal candidate will have a strong analytical background and experience in PLC programming and instrumentation. If you're a self-starter with a passion for engineering and a knack for problem-solving, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to impactful projects in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Min 5 years experience in Electrical Controls Engineering.
• Strong inter-personnel communication and report writing skills.
• Experience with PLC/SCADA software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and configure control/electrical/automation systems.
• Communicate effectively with clients and co-workers.
• Maintain and upgrade existing systems.

Skills

Control Systems Design

Instrumentation Equipment

Analytical Skills

PLC Programming

SCADA Systems

Computer Programming

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Siemens Step 7

Rockwell Automation

MS Office Suite

CAD Software

Job description

Apollo Technical has an immediate need for a Electrical Controls Engineer in the Houston TX area

Job Summary

Electrical / Controls / Automation Engineer responsible for all aspects of specifying, designing, configuring, testing, supervision, and manufacturing of control/electrical/automation systems. Will work as a technical reference for designers and engineering technicians that are responsible for automation, instrumentation, and control system integration/development. Will aid in on-site installation and support of PLC/HMI/VFD/Computer based hardware with minimal software support.
Provide schedule, cost, and status information to project managers on multi-discipline projects. Communicate effectively with clients and co-workers, and works well with others, will report to the location manager.

Responsibilities and Duties

Role requires:

- Knowledge and experience with design of control systems & Instrumentation equipment

- Strong analytical background is a requirement

- Role would include research and development of new products and solutions in several industries

- Self-starter who takes initiative is a requirement

- Installation and commissioning experience is a plus

- Maintaining, modifying and upgrading existing systems is a requirement

- Experience of a wide variety of EC&I related PLC/SCADA software such as Siemens Step 7/WinCC/TIA Portal, Rockwell Automation/Allen Bradley RSLogix5000 and FactoryTalk is a plus but not required

- Experience of a wide variety of VFDs and associated design/programming is required

- Computer Programming background is a plus but not required

- Knowledge of requirements for equipment and installation in hazardous areas (ATEX, IECEx, NEC, NFPA etc.) is required

- Knowledge of DNV, ABS. API and MODU codes/standards is a plus but is not required

- Communicate effectively with clients and co-workers as well as direct manager

Qualifications and Skills

Experience:

- Min 5 years experience in a similar role, field or industry experience may substitute depending on experience level

- Must have good inter-personnel communication and report writing skills

- Participates in a high level of productivity, initiative, teamwork, and employee satisfaction

- Must have a positive approach to problem finding and problem-solving

- Must be well versed in various computer skills and common programs, the use of the MS-Office Suite, and have a working knowledge of CAD and other similar design software

Qualifications :

- BS or greater in Electronic & Electrical/Controls/Instrumentation Engineering or equivalent experience

- Must have valid US work credentials

- Position is in the Houston, Texas area

- Travel could be required but will be minimal

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