Electrical Instrumentation & Controls Engineer

Hawkins, Inc.; Roseville (MN); On-site; USD 115,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

LTD/STD

401(k) match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Hawkins, Inc. is seeking an electrical engineer to ensure project and maintenance reliability of EIC systems across multiple chemical processing facilities.

You will work within the Operations Engineering Group and support Project Engineers throughout their design and commissioning phases. Ideal candidates have a BS in Engineering or related field, 3+ years of engineering experience, and hands-on ability with ladder logic, P&IDs, PFDs, and PLC/HMI systems such as Allen Bradley, Ignition, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of engineering experience.
• 3+ years developing and interpreting Ladder/Logic Diagrams, P&ID’s, and PFDs.
• 1+ year in a chemical processing environment preferred.
• 1+ year Ignition software preferred.
• 1+ year AutoCAD preferred.
• RSLogix, ControlLogix, FactoryTalk View, and PanelView preferred.
• Ability to work non-traditional hours including weekends.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PPT, Visio).
• Read blueprints/schematics; experience building panels and electrical troubleshooting.
• Excellent written and oral communication; root cause analysis.
• Knowledge of OSHA, NFPA, NEC, UL, API, EPA, FDA.

Responsibilities

• Design, specify, program, start, validate, monitor, and troubleshoot EIC systems.
• Ensure processes meet specifications, codes, and end-user expectations.
• Value engineering and cost estimating for electrical systems.
• Collaborate across departments to design industrial processes and power systems.
• Program and configure Allen Bradley PLC/HMI and instrumentation (Emerson, Endress+Hauser).
• Develop, educate, and train hourly technicians and managers.
• Solve process engineering issues from commissioning to maintenance.
• Manage multiple projects and coordinate 3rd party contractors.
• Oversee other project portions as assigned.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Problem solving

Communication

Education

BS in Engineering or related field

Tools

Ignition software

AutoCAD

RSLogix/ControlLogix

FactoryTalk View

PanelView

Excel

Job description

About Hawkins

Hawkins, Inc. is a formulator, manufacturer, blender, distributor, and sales agent for thousands of industrial chemicals and reagent grade laboratory chemicals sold to municipalities and businesses throughout the Central United States. Thousands of organizations across a variety of industries have depended on Hawkins for the chemical products they need since 1938.

About Hawkins

Hawkins, Inc. is a formulator, manufacturer, blender, distributor, and sales agent for thousands of industrial chemicals and reagent grade laboratory chemicals sold to municipalities and businesses throughout the Central United States. Thousands of organizations across a variety of industries have depended on Hawkins for the chemical products they need since 1938.

Learn more about us at www.hawkinsinc.com/careers.

About The Job

Project and maintenance reliability of EIC systems within multiple chemical processing facilities. This position will work directly for the Operations Engineering Group and will also support the Project Engineers throughout their design process.

Responsibilities

• Design, specify, program, start, validate, monitor, and troubleshoot EIC systems for new and existing facilities including electrical schematics, panel layout, and site acceptance testing (SAT).
• Ensure that processes, construction, installation, PLC/HMI programming, and operational requirements meet specifications, codes, and end-user expectations.
• Value engineering and cost estimating for all electrical systems within company facilities.
• Work cross-functionally with other departments and across other engineering disciplines to design industrial processes, motor controls, instrumentation, and power systems that meet business requirements.
• Program, troubleshoot, and configure Allen Bradley (Rockwell) PLC/HMI control systems and other instrumentation equipment such as Emerson and Endress+Hauser.
• Develop, communicate, educate, and train hourly technicians and managers on processes, equipment, and standards as needed.
• Problem-solve process engineering issues and design systems to eliminate issues from both commissioning and maintenance perspectives.
• Successfully and cost-effectively manage multiple projects at any given time.
• Manage 3rd party contractors and firms from a project management standpoint on multiple projects.
• Manage other projects or portions of projects (including general coordination for mechanical, structural, or other related work), as assigned.

About You

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or equivalent experience required.
• Minimum of 3+ years of engineering experience required.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience developing, and interpreting Ladder/Logic Diagrams, P&ID’s, and PFDs required.
• Minimum of 1+ year of experience in a chemical processing environment preferred.
• Minimum of 1+ year of experience with Inductive Automation Ignition software preferred.
• Minimum of 1+ year of experience with AutoCAD preferred.
• RSLogix, ControlLogix, Factory Talk View, and PanelView experience preferred
• Ability to work non-traditional hours based on facility needs for commissioning and uploading work including weekends.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Visio required.
• Proficiency in reading and understanding blueprints/schematics required.
• Experience building panels and electrical troubleshooting required.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills required.
• Demonstrated problem solving ability with root cause analysis required.
• Knowledge of various design and regulatory codes such as: OSHA, NFPA, NEC, UL, API, EPA, FDA required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, and climb stairs for up to 12 hours per day.
• Ability to work in a warehouse facility where temperatures may range from 45 up to 105 degrees Fahrenheit; as well as work outside in all weather conditions.
• Able to perform manual dexterity tasks.
• Occasional turning, twisting, stooping, bending, and reaching.

Travel

Travel up to 20%

Expected Compensation:

$115,000-$120,000/yearly. + 10% bonus eligibility

Hawkins offers eligible employees and their dependents comprehensive benefits, which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, LTD/STD and more.Other benefits for eligible employees include 401(k) match, Employee Stock Purchase program (ESPP), paid time off, and paid holidays.

For more information on Hawkins benefits, visit: https://www.hawkinsinc.com/careers/benefits/

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All applications must be received online. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. Hawkins is a Drug Free workplace.