Instrumentation and Controls Engineer

Arcadis; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 49,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Arcadis, a leader in sustainable design and engineering, seeks an entry-level Instrumentation and Controls Engineer in Chicago. Candidates should possess a degree in engineering and a passion for environmental remediation projects. This role combines office and field work, necessitating excellent communication skills and proficiency in relevant programming tools.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401K plan

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

15 days PTO annually

Qualifications

• Entry-level position with a focus on instrumentation and control systems.
• Proficiency with PLCs and SCADA software is crucial.
• Ability to work independently and in a team is required.

Responsibilities

• Support design and implementation of instrumentation and control systems.
• Program various PLCs and SCADA software.
• Provide troubleshooting support for control systems.

Skills

Communication

Detail-oriented

Time management

Diagnostic skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Autodesk AutoCAD

PLC and SCADA programming

Job description

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Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.

We are more than 36,000 people, in over 70 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.

Role description:

Arcadis is seeking an entry-level Instrumentation and Controls Engineer with a background in Chemical, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering to support an expanding portfolio of projects. While we offer flexibility in office locations, we have a preference for candidates to be based near Chicago, IL; White Plains, NY; or Cleveland, OH.

As part of our Resilience Environment team, you’ll help improve quality of life. You will work alongside Professional Engineers, Senior Scientists, Project/Program Managers, and Technical Experts on various activities in support of diverse environmental assessment and remediation projects.

Role accountabilities:

As a key member of our team, you will take on the role of supporting design in the office and field implementation of instrumentation and control systems, focusing on projects related to environmental remediation and industrial water/wastewater treatment. Your duties will encompass not only the hands-on implementation and functional testing, but also the crucial oversight and coordination of electrical, instrumentation and controls subcontractors and integrators.

Your core responsibilities will include.

• Programming of various platforms of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs); Allen-Bradley, Schneider Electric, Automation Direct, etc.
• Programming of various platforms of Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) software; Wonderware, Rockwell Automation, etc.
• Technical and troubleshooting support of instrumentation and controls systems
• Support in the preparation of detailed engineering design drawings and calculations for instrumentation and control components of treatment systems
• Support in the specification and procurement of instrumentation and controls components of treatment systems
  
  

The successful candidate will have excellent written and oral communication skills, be self-motivated, detail oriented, exhibit excellent organization, time management, and diagnostic skills, and be able to work successfully in a team setting as well as independently. This position encompasses both office work as well as field work in all weather conditions. This position does require travel. Travel amount is up to 50%.

In summary, the ideal candidate should possess a well-rounded skill set, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite for effective communication and documentation, experience with PLC and SCADA programming of control systems, hands-on experience in environmental monitoring and remediation to support sustainability initiatives, and proficiency in Autodesk AutoCAD for precise design and drafting. A valid driver’s license and clean driving record is required for this position.

Qualifications & Experience:

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Chemical, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• OSHA 40 Hour HAZWOPER
• Previous experience with Rockwell Automation RSLogix 5000 or similar PLC programming platforms
• Previous experience with Autodesk AutoCAD
  
  

Why Arcadis?

We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It’s why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.

You’ll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you’ll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you.

Together, we can create a lasting legacy.

Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day which is why we take equality and inclusion seriously and hold ourselves to account for our actions. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Arcadis offers benefits for full time and part time positions. These benefits include medical, dental, and vision, EAP, 401K, STD, LTD, AD&D, life insurance, paid parental leave, reward & recognition program and optional benefits including wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement. We offer nine paid holidays and 15 days PTO that accrue per year. The salary range for this position is $49,,390- $98,779. Actual salaries will vary and are based on several factors, such as experience, education, budget, internal equity, project and location.

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