Electrical Instrumentation & Control Engineer (Lead)

Nikkiso; Huntington Beach (CA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 188,000; Full time

Job summary

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases seeks an experienced Electrical Controls Engineer to lead design, documentation, and testing of control systems for cryogenic and industrial applications.

The role emphasizes developing quotes, functional specs, and electrical drawings, with PLC/HMI programming and field startup responsibilities. Requires a BS in Electrical Engineering, 5–10 years of experience, and travel to customer sites worldwide.

Qualifications

• Minimum BS in Electrical Engineering.
• Five to ten years of electrical engineering experience in related projects.
• Allen-Bradley PLC and HMI experience required.
• AutoCAD experience required (electrical schematics, panel layouts).
• Experience with control component selection and control panel design.
• Experience starting up control panels and control systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop Controls Engineering quotes and proposals based on customer project needs.
• Create Functional Specification documentation.
• Design Controls Engineering drawings including electrical schematics and panel layouts.
• Outline drawings and component details for electrical systems.
• Network communication drawings and BOMs for procurement.
• Test and troubleshoot panels and control systems.
• Program PLC systems (FactoryTalk View Studio).
• Program HMI systems (Panelview, FactoryTalk View SE).
• Program Historian systems (FactoryTalk Historian).
• Collaborate with customers to integrate controls solutions.
• Travel to customer sites for field startup and integration.

Skills

Electrical engineering experience

Allen-Bradley PLC experience

HMI programming

VFD drive experience

Field startup travel

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Company Overview

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases is a leading provider of cryogenic pumps, heat exchangers, process systems, turboexpanders, services, and solutions for the liquefied natural gas (LNG), liquefied hydrogen (LH2), and industrial gases industries. Applications include fueling stations, marine engines, peak shaving, power generation, virtual pipelines, carbon capture, geothermal power and well stimulation. We are a subsidiary of Nikkiso Company Ltd, a leading industrial manufacturer headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, with $1.5 B USD in annual revenue, 8000 + employees worldwide, and publicly traded on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.

Job Overview

Typical projects involve reinforced concrete mat foundations, installation of 45 ft. vertical or horizontal storage vessels, cryogenic and high pressure systems, ASME B31.3 pipe welding, process system installation, and hazardous area (CL 1 Div. 1 & 2 Group B or D) electrical work. This role requires support of various projects are typically design/build projects. We self-perform all engineering and specialty construction. Because we have a reputation of getting the job done, we are requested to do unique, one-of-a-kind projects.

The position is designed to serve as the knowledge expert in Electrical Controls Instrumentation & Control in addition to basic essential functions and responsibilities and can be located at any Nikkiso facility.

Salary: $99,046 - $188,228

Responsibilities

• Develop Controls Engineering quotes and proposals based on customer project needs
• Create Functional Specification documentation
• Design Controls Engineering drawings, included but not limited to:
• Electrical schematics
• Control panel and junction box layouts
• Outline drawings and component details for electrical systems
• Network communication drawings
• Select component parts and materials to be used in controls projects and create Bills of Materials for procurement
• Testing and troubleshooting panels and control systems
• Programming of PLC systems (FactoryTalk View Studio programming software)
• Programming of HMI systems (Panelview, FactoryTalk View SE)
• Programming of Historian systems (FactoryTalk Historian)
• Work with customers to integrate controls solutions into their systems
• Ability to travel to customer sites for field startup and integration of controls systems

Qualifications

• Minimum BS in Electrical Engineering
• Five to ten years of experience minimum with the electrical engineering in responsibilities listed above
• Allen-Bradley PLC and HMI experience required
• AutoCAD experience required (i.e. Electrical schematics, Control Panel layouts, etc.)
• Experience with control component selection and control panel design (panel sizing, fuse/breaker selection, PLC component sizing and selection, etc.)
• Fueling Systems (offload, dispensing, fueling stations, etc experience required
• Experience starting up control panels and control systems
• Ability to problem solve and assist customers with control system issues
• VFD drive experience
• Electrical code experience
• Ability to travel to customer sites worldwide

EEOC Statement

Nikkiso CE&IG is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.