I&C Engineer II

neci; Foxborough (MA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flexible Spending or Health Savings

Unlimited Vacation

Paid holidays

Family leave

Pet Insurance

401(k) and ESOP

Employee Referral Bonus

Professional Development Reimbursement

STD/LTD/Life Insurance

Job summary

NECI in Massachusetts is seeking an I&C Engineer to blend control panel design with field engineering. You will support instrumentation, electrical systems, and control panel layouts across DCS and PLC platforms, collaborating with customers to deliver innovative solutions in dynamic industrial environments.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in electrical engineering, 3+ years' experience, knowledge of NEC, UL 508A, ISA standards, and is proficient with CAD tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in electrical engineering or equivalent on-the-job experience.
• 3+ years in related engineering field.
• Knowledge of electrical engineering principles; process control theory; electrical schematics and wiring diagrams; NEC, UL 508A, IEC, ISA standards.
• Sensor types including thermocouples, RTDs, pressure/flow sensors.

Responsibilities

• Design and specify instrumentation, control panels, and materials based on customer needs.
• Perform control system startups, loop checks, commissioning, and generate documentation/punch lists.
• Troubleshoot analog/discrete signals and protocols (HART, Fieldbus, Profibus, DeviceNet, AS-I, Ethernet I/P, ProfiNET, Modbus).
• Manage electrical installation vendors, review submittals, and execute pre-FAT/FAT for green or brownfield system installations.
• Perform PLC & DCS system physical layer troubleshooting.
• Support Front End Engineering and Design studies
• Support sales proposals (estimates, walkdowns, scoping, BOM generation).
• Ensure uncompromising quality and safety; authority to halt work if compromised.
• Travel: 30-75% within New England; lift up to 50 lbs.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Process control theory

Sensor types

I/O loop checks

CAD tools

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's in electrical engineering

Equivalent on-the-job experience

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks Electrical

EPLAN

Job description

About NECI

NECI?is the leading Automation solutions provider transforming manufacturing,?lab operations, process development and process control across a range of process industries in Northeast.?NECI?relentlessly seeks to drive the outcomes that ‘change the game’ for our clients and is seeking team members to join in our mission.

Here’s What You’ll Get

• Highly competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending or Health Savings Accounts
• Unlimited Vacation Time
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 12 Paid Weeks Birthing Parent Leave
• Pet Insurance
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Professional Development Reimbursement
• Company Paid STD, LTD, and Life Insurance

The Role

Join NECI as an I&C Engineer, blending control panel/system design with field engineering. You'll support instrumentation, electrical systems, and control panel layouts across DCS & PLC platforms. Collaborate with customers to deliver innovative solutions in dynamic industrial environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and specify instrumentation, control panels, and materials based on customer needs.
• Perform control system startups, loop checks, commissioning, and generate documentation/punch lists.
• Troubleshoot analog/discrete signals and protocols (HART, Fieldbus, Profibus, DeviceNet, AS-I, Ethernet I/P, ProfiNET, Modbus).
• Manage electrical installation vendors, review submittals, and execute pre-FAT/FAT for green or brownfield system installations.
• Perform PLC & DCS system physical layer troubleshooting.
• Support Front End Engineering and Design studies
• Support sales proposals (estimates, walkdowns, scoping, BOM generation).
• Ensure uncompromising quality and safety; authority to halt work if compromised.
• Travel: 30-75% within New England; lift up to 50 lbs.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's in electrical engineering or equivalent on-the-job experience.
• 3+ years in related engineering field.
• Knowledge of:
  • Electrical engineering principles
  • Process control theory
  • Electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
  • UL 508A design: enclosures, SCCR, components, grounding, labeling, wiring, compliance.
  • Standards (NEC, UL 508A, IEC, ISA).
  • Sensor types (thermocouples, RTDs, pressure/flow sensors)
• Ability to perform I/O loop checks, verifying continuity, 4-20 mA signal integrity, calibration, and end-to-end functionality per control principles.
• Proficient in CAD (AutoCAD, SolidWorks Electrical/EPLAN).

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications in relevant technologies (e.g., Emerson/DeltaV).
• Experience in cGMP/validated environments, hazardous areas, and intrinsic safety design.
• Circuit design and simulation knowledge
• Strong communication, organization, and teamwork abilities.

• Understanding of hazardous area and intrinsic safety design

Compensation:

This position offers a base salary range of $87,000 to $102,000 based on level of previous experience. In addition, hired applicants will be eligible for a variable incentive plan.

The posted salary range represents a good faith estimate of the expected compensation for this role at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as relevant experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and business needs.

On-Site Requirements

This position requires a full on-site presence 5 days per week during the first 4–6 months. Following that period, the role will be on-site four days per week, including Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday, with the fourth on-site day alternating between Tuesday or Friday depending on business needs.

Must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

Please Note: Stellix is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.