Instrumentation and Control Engineer / I&C Project Engineer

ESPO Corporation; Warrenville (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Instrumentation and Control Engineer to join their dynamic team. This full-time role involves leading controls design and instrumentation applications for various projects. You will leverage your expertise in PLC and DCS technologies to generate and review project documentation, ensuring the highest standards of quality and safety. The ideal candidate will enjoy a collaborative environment where their contributions directly impact innovative engineering solutions. If you are passionate about advancing your career in a supportive and forward-thinking organization, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

PTO

Group Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

401k Plan

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience as a Project Engineer with instrument and controls emphasis.
• B.S. in Engineering (Electrical strongly preferred).

Responsibilities

• Perform I/C project duties and support projects as required.
• Create various I/C drawings including SAMA Diagrams and electrical drawings.
• Maintain communication with controls suppliers and contractors.

Skills

PLC Programming

DCS Technology

Controls Design

Instrumentation Application

Troubleshooting

Education

B.S. in Engineering

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC

FactoryTalk View

SAMA Diagrams

Job description

Instrumentation and Control Engineer / I&C Project Engineer

Location: Naperville, IL Area
Job type: Permanent / Full-Time
Pay: $100,000 - $140,000 Annually

Our global Environmental Improvement Technology client is hiring a Instrumentation and Control Engineer / I&C Project Engineer for a full-time permanent opportunity.

The I&C Project Engineer is responsible for controls design and instrumentation application associated with individual projects. They will be knowledgeable of PLC and DCS technology platforms and their applications and can generate or review and approve project documentation such as functional descriptions, panel layout drawings, logic drawings, controls list (BOM, I/O, Alarm and Setpoint Lists) as well as complete Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) in vendor locations or in the commissioning phase of projects in the field. This position will have the ability to design control device hardware and software (flow, pressure, temperature, motor drives, and control valves).

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform I/C project duties and support projects as required
• Perform component selection and logic sequence design
• Interface with Controls suppliers, vendors, consultants, and contractors
• Review I/C information / drawings from sub-contractors
• Write Functional Description, Sequences of Operation, Equipment Manuals, System Descriptions, and design criteria for I/C systems
• Assist with the establishment of control methodology and strategy based upon discussions with Project and Process Engineering and other personnel
• Create Various I/C drawings including SAMA Diagrams (both analog and digital), electrical drawings, and one-line drawings
• Create Operator Screen designs
• Establish Safety System criteria for I/C design
• Participate in sub-contractor shop testing (FAT), shop equipment testing and project start-up
• Maintain communication channels with Rockwell Software, Revere Electric, and other I/C OEM companies
• Keep current on I/C industry development, especially PLC technology, capabilities, and pricing
• Keep Sub-contractors informed on project schedule requirements to ensure on-time delivery of components and systems
• Maintain proper electrical and I/C record keeping and storage (cut sheets, design documents, drawings)
• Be available to help field personnel troubleshoot day-to-day field electrical and I/C issues
• Knowledgeable in both ISA and KKS tagging platforms and capable of generating such tagging schemes based on client requirements
• Working knowledge of eWon or other remote networking capabilities

REQUIREMENTS

• B.S. in Engineering (Electrical strongly preferred)
• 3-5 years of experience as a Project Engineer with instrument and controls emphasis (or demonstrate equivalent experience)
• Programming Allen-Bradley PLC products. Emphasis on Control Logix family (Control Logix and Compact Logix) and some understanding of SLC 500, MicroLogix
• Allen-Bradley Panelview and Panelview Plus Products
• Allen-Bradley FactorytalkView Products (ME and SE)
• Instrumentation and device set-up (flow, pressure, temperature, and control valves), loop checks and troubleshooting
• Creation, review, and modification of SAMA drawings
• Programming Operator Interface Computers using FactoryTalk View SE or RSView 32
• KKS & ISA tagging generation/knowledge

ESPO Corporation
Leaders in Technical Recruiting & Staffing since 1965

ESPO has a comprehensive benefits package which includes PTO, Group Health and Dental Insurance, and 401k once you have satisfied the necessary waiting periods.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value the benefits of diversity in our workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other attribute or protected characteristic by law. If you need assistance applying, please get in touch with us directly.