Entry Level Instrumentation and Controls Engineer (Industrial)

Carollo Engineers, Inc.

Portland (OR)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 95,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Tuition reimbursement

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Travel assistance

Job summary

Carollo Engineers, Inc. is seeking an entry-level Instrumentation and Control Engineer to support water and wastewater facility projects. The role involves learning and applying basic I&C engineering tasks, developing P&IDs, and contributing to control network designs.

The position emphasizes collaboration with senior engineers, CADD technicians, and field inspectors, with opportunities to grow in a leading water-focused firm.

Qualifications

Bachelor-level degree in electrical, instrumentation and control, mechanical, or chemical engineering.
0–4 years of experience in the field.
Experience in start-up of instrumentation and control systems for water and wastewater facilities.

Responsibilities

Performs basic instrumentation and control system engineering tasks for water and wastewater facilities under supervision.
Assists in development of P&IDs and associated I/O.
P&ID database manipulation and basic CADD drafting.
Submittal review and specification research.
Develops portions of technical memoranda and specifications.
Contributes to control systems designs and development of control networks.
Maintains professional relationships with project team members.
Liaises with supervisor to complete routine tasks.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Access

Team collaboration

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering; Instrumentation and Control Engineering; Mechanical Engineering or Chemical Engineering

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering; Instrumentation and Control Engineering; Mechanical Engineering or Chemical Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Job description

Overview

Carollo Engineers is a leading engineering firm dedicated exclusively to water. For over 90 years, we've specialized in the planning, design, and construction of water, wastewater, stormwater, and reuse facilities, bringing innovative and sustainable solutions to the water sector's most complex challenges.

We work with water agencies, municipalities, utilities, research organizations, and private companies across various industries, including technology, manufacturing, and beyond. These clients choose Carollo because we employ some of the most knowledgeable and experienced professionals in the world. When you join our team, you'll work alongside industry leaders who are advancing the science of water, protecting public health, and building resilient communities.

Carollo's vision is to be the best water consulting firm and the best place for you to build your career. If you're passionate about making a difference in this critical field, we invite you to explore a career with Carollo.

Responsibilities

Performs basic instrumentation and control system engineering tasks and calculations for water and wastewater treatment facilities under the direction and supervision of a Staff Instrumentation Engineer
Assists in the development of P&ID's and associated I/O
P&ID database manipulation
Performs basic CADD drafting
Submittal review
Performs specification research
Assists in development of portions of technical memorandums and specification research
Assists in control systems designs and in the development of control system networks
Reviews work for discrepancies or inconsistencies
Tracks details of work to discuss and resolve
Develops and improves technical knowledge and skills
Maintains professionalism in relationships with other office and team members
Plans what needs to be communicated and how to present the information effectively
Seeks out company and client technical standards and implements them on projects
Constructively builds and maintains relationships with others on the project design team
Travel required when requested
Makes site visits to observe during construction and operation

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering; Instrumentation and Control Engineering; Mechanical Engineering or Chemical Engineering
0-4 years experience
Experience in start-up of instrumentation and control systems for water and wastewater facilities
Experience in conduction and observing loop checks
EIT or FE license - or will obtain in 1 year after employment
Basic understanding of the National Electrical Code
Ability to read and understand P&ID's
Working knowledge of communications networks
Ability to read and understand Control Schematics
Ability to work as part of a project team consisting of senior level staff, CADD technicians, and field inspectors
Ability to work with supervisor to effectively complete routine tasks
Capable of breaking a task into one or more component parts and sequencing those parts effectively
General awareness of need for practicality and constructability of design solutions
General awareness of the scope, schedule and budget assigned for engineering tasks
Ability to work with more experienced instrumentation and control engineers to apply standard textbook instrumentation and control design and analysis approach
Follows selected design approach through completion of analysis and detailing
Logically organizes work
Ability to listen to others and ask clarifying questions at appropriate time
Willingness to accept suggestions and corrections on organization and planning issues
Seeks help to understand and productively work through conflict to keep tasks moving ahead
Understanding that personal performance and actions impact future work opportunities
General awareness of the "business" of instrumentation and control engineering as well as the technical design issues
Strong verbal and written communications skills that are well organized and persuasive
Highly motivated self-starter with the ability to learn quickly
Proficient in MS Word and Excel
Experience with Microsoft Access

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering; Instrumentation and Control Engineering; Mechanical Engineering or Chemical Engineering
Public speaking experience
Experience with Microstation or Autocad

Compensation Range

An employee's pay within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.

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